British Literature (English IV)
Ms. Varnado (2403)
ebony.varnado@killeenisd.org
Conference time: 10:45 – 11:20am
Term: Aug. 24, 2015 – June 2, 2016
Introduction to Subject
Students enrolled in English IV continue to increase and refine their
communication skills. High school students are expected to plan, draft, and
complete written compositions on a regular basis. Students edit their papers for
clarity, engaging language, and the correct use of the conventions and mechanics
of written English and produce final, error-free drafts. In English IV, students are
expected to write in a variety of forms, including business, personal, literary, and
persuasive texts as well as create various forms of multimedia projects. English IV
students read extensively in multiple genres from British literature and other world
literature. Periods from British literature may include the old English period,
medieval period, English renaissance, 17th century, 18th century, romantic period,
Victorian period, and modern and postmodern period. Students learn literary
forms and terms associated with selections being read. Students interpret the
possible influences of the historical context on a literary work.
TEXTBOOKS (Class Set): Prentice Hall Literature – The British Tradition; Texas Write Source
Supplies Needed for Class:
* Blue or Black Ink Pens, and Pencils
* One Notebook or Folder with loose leaf paper
* Kleenex, Hand Sanitizer (personal supply)
* Earphones (your own)
*Thumb drive (optional, but highly recommended) - storage device for work on computersthis device will be very beneficial to the student throughout this school year and for years
to come. This device can also be used for other course assignments other than English class
assignments.
**The student will need their supplies daily to be prepared for class.
Grading: Daily Grade/Participation/Class work = 40%; and Tests/Quizzes = 60%
Make-up Work Procedures: It is the student’s responsibility to ask for the missed work. All students have (5)
consecutive days, following their return to school after being absent, to make-up any missed work. No Exceptions.
Late Work: NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED - The due date is the date the work is due.
Rules and Procedures:
At Entry: EVERY SINGLE DAY – Positive attitude and ready to get to work. Have a seat at your
assigned desk and begin your warm-up assignment. All personal needs should be addressed
before entry into the classroom: water, restroom, etc. Once you have entered, remain in the
classroom. Students will not be able to leave class within the first or last 10 minutes of class. No
Exceptions! ** (Teacher reviewed personal classroom policy each English class throughout
the 1st week of school) **
Student Expectations:
Students should always:
1. Be Prepared with all supplies & materials. Sharpen pencils after entering the classroom
2. Promote a Positive Learning Environment!
Classroom Rules:
1. No personal grooming or eating in class.
2. Promote a Positive Learning Environment!...
Tardiness: Students should be in class on time each day. Tardiness will be handled according to SHS
campus Minor Violation policies and procedures (discussed in each English class 1 st week of school)
Discipline Policy: Consequences:
1st time- Verbal Warning- the teacher will tell the student what she needs the student to change.
2nd time- Student conference
3rd time- Parent Call/Conference
4th time- Teacher D-Hall (Afterschool Detention with prior parent approval)
5th time- Referral (AP’s Office)
Substitutes: If a substitute leaves a student’s name for teacher, it will result in an immediate referral to the assistant
principal’s office upon the teacher’s return to class. There is no tolerance for misbehavior or disrespect to a
substitute teacher..
**Late Work: NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED - The due date is the date the work is due.
Make-up Work Procedures: It is the student’s responsibility to ask for the missed work. All students have (5)
consecutive days, following their return to school after being absent, to make-up any missed work. No Exceptions.
Shoemaker High School
In accordance with KISD Board Policy EIA (Local), a student shall be permitted one opportunity to Re-do any
assignment or retake any test for which the student received a failing grade. The student or parent must request the
additional opportunity within 10 days of the grade being posted in the grade book. Campuses may determine
additional and more specific criteria.
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The Re-do form and procedure are not applicable to Dual Credit classes as these are governed by the
syllabus and overseen by the College.
The Re-do form and procedure are not applicable to UIL Eligibility concerns.
The student obtains the Re-do form from the teacher and he/she submits the FULLY COMPLETED form to
the teacher, within ten school days of the assignment being posted in the grade book.
Any student who wishes to re-do/retake any assignment or assessment must complete a minimum of one
intervention session during the teacher’s regularly scheduled (posted) tutorial time.
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The actual re-doing of the assignment occurs in the teacher’s regularly scheduled (posted) tutorial time
and duration of tutorial time.
Re-do assignments or assessments will cover the same material, but the new assignment may have a
different format or different questions.
No Re-do shall extend beyond the semester grading period.
This opportunity does not extend to semester exams or assessments, or final exams or assessments.
The student will be awarded the average of the 2 grades achieved on the assignment or assessment.
Shoemaker High School
Assignment Re-do Request Form
Student: If you would like to request the opportunity to Re-do an assignment for which you received a failing
grade, please complete this form and submit it to your teacher within 10 days of the date the failing grade was
posted in the electronic grade book.
Date:
Student Name:
Teacher Name:
Course Name:
Assignment:
Grade Received:
Why do you believe you earned this grade?
What are you doing to improve your understanding of this material and your performance on this
assignment?
When have you scheduled to attend tutorials to Re-do the assignment?
Student Signature:
Parent Signature:
Teacher Signature & Date:
Parent Contact/Acknowledgement Form
Teacher: Ms. Varnado (English all levels, Res.)
I have attached a form for you to fill out with the best contact information for you. This will assist me should I need
to contact you throughout the year in order to ensure your student’s progress to success.
Also, please make sure you have read through this syllabus to ensure you understand the expectations and guidelines
your child will be held to. If you have any questions about what you have read, please feel free to email me or write
it in the comment box below, and I will respond as soon as possible.
I am looking forward to a great year, and I hope you and your student are as well.
Ms. Varnado
English III – Res. (2403)
Shoemaker High School
ebony.varnado@killeenisd.org
254-336-0991
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Name of Student: ____________________________________________
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