UPCHURCHIAN MYTHOLOGY
Please feel free to contact me at any time by e-mail at: rupchurch@farmington.k12.mo.us
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Learning Objectives
1. What is Mythology? 2. Greek and Roman 3. Celtic 4. Norse 5. Egyptian
Required Materials:
1. Writing Utensils: I won’t have one. You will need one (or more…).
2- Notebook: This will be used primarily for journaling and brainstorming purposes.
3. Folder: To keep your stuff in.
4. Internet/Jump-Drive: Not required, but one or the other will be SUPER useful.
5. Yo’ Self: 100% of people who do not come to school do not pass.
Assignments:
My grading is designed around large, objective-linked assignments. Therefore, most of the work we do in class will be preparing you for or working with you on these larger assignments. Due to the size and nature of many of these assignments, this will result in few grades being inputted into the grade-book. Since such an emphasis is placed upon every assignment, failure to complete any one task could have a very serious impact on your success.
Late Work:
I will deduct 10% off all late assignments. Furthermore, it is important to note that no late assignment will be accepted after the last day of each six-week-grading period, unless prior approval has been given by an administrator, due to special circumstances.
Extra Credit:
Write a 3 page essay analyzing how four of the seven mythic themes appear in a book or movie.
Tutoring:
I am available to tutor on TUESDAYS after school, or by appointment. If you plan on staying with me, please let me know ahead of time, as family emergencies and mandatory meetings do arise.
THE LAW
*The discipline in this class will hinge the concept of respect. I will do my very best to be respectful towards every student, at all times. If I ever fail to do so, please feel free to inform me of this. The issue of respect should be exemplified in the following areas:
1. Be nice to everyone in this room
2. Be nice to everyone...everywhere
3. No cell phones unless we’re using them.
4. Only listen to music when I say it is okay (that rhymes).
5. The straight line and quiet rule (aka common courtesy)
6. It will be tempting to copy and paste; don’t. Steal material and get a “0”. Period.
7. Don’t leave until I dismiss you.
8. You must wear clothes.
*I will adhere to all the district-wide discipline requirements addressed in the Farmington R-VII Discipline Handbook
**Farmington High School is mindful of the burden COVID-19 has placed on families in our community. As FHS teachers prepare and plan for the 2020-21 school year, students and families will notice minimal school supplies required for classes. Farmington High School keeps school supplies on hand for any student in need. Please contact Amy Greif, FHS social worker, at 573-701-1310 ext. 3237 or by email at agreif@farmington.k12.mo.us if you are in need of assistance.