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Welcome to

Español 2

2022-2023

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  • Also the Division Chair of Fine Arts and World Languages
  • BA from NIU, MA’s from Saint Xavier and Concordia
    • Spanish Language & Culture
    • Teaching & Leadership
    • Teacher Leader
    • Principal Preparation
  • 15th year @ MCHS (19th in education)
  • Besides being a parent, traveling is my number 1 passion and I’ve been to 11 countries. Japan is my favorite!

About Ms. Bennett

Click the video to learn more About ME!

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  • Cultured Warriors
  • Continue studying elementary concepts of grammar and vocabulary
  • Develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the target language
  • Increase appreciation for and understanding of other cultures

Course Objectives

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You will need to use the following Tech Tools

    • Conjuguemos
      • Teacher Code: dvmldk
    • FlipGrid
      • 2nd hour join code: e3ee7027
      • 3rd hour join code: 34cf7927
    • Quizlet
      • DO NOT CREATE AN ACCOUNT

How This Class Works

  • What you put in, is what you’ll get out.

  • You can expect to read, write, listen, and speak Spanish in class each day.

  • Everything you need for this class can be found on Schoology.

  • Good idea to have a folder and notebook as well.

  • No cell phones or food in the classroom (eat breakfast!)

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What will we study?

SEMESTER 1

SEMESTER 2

  • La estructura de la escuela
  • Making comparisons
  • Descriptions
  • Un ambiente escolar que facilita el éxito académico
  • Recommendations / advice
  • Expressing obligations
  • El mundo en el que vivo
  • Clothing
  • Weather

  • Cada familia se ve diferente
  • Superlatives
  • Ser vs. Estar
  • Routines & Reflexive Verbs
  • Cada familia funciona de manera diferente
  • Imperfect verb tense
  • Chores
  • Navegando y conociendo nuestras comunidades
  • Preterite verb tense
  • Giving directions

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  • Your grade is broken up into these categories:
    • 29% = Comprehension (Listening & Reading)
    • 27% = Production (Writing & Speaking)
    • 24% = Cultural & Linguistic Awareness (culture, grammar, and vocab. quizzes)
    • 10% = Ownership of Learning (daily assignments, class participation, class activities)
    • 10% = Final Exam

  • World Language Retake Policy
    • World Language teachers support the concept of retake and revision to improve student learning. However, we feel strongly that retakes and revisions are a privilege and not a right and will only be granted to students who are actively attempting to improve and grow. Students will be allowed one retake of both formative and summative assessments provided they have either completed all homework/learning activities during the unit (i.e. daily homework, online group activities, note taking, etc.) OR have completed a teacher assigned activity/meeting demonstrating that they have relearned the material prior to the retake.

Grading & Retake Policies

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  • Academic Integrity in the World Languages
    • While doing any work, cheating will not be tolerated. Consequences for any of the actions listed below will result in a zero for the assignment/assessment until it is retaken, as well as parental and/or administrative contact.
      • Using an online translator, even if it’s to translate one word or to use advanced grammar structures
      • Copying, plagiarism, turning in someone else’s work as your own
      • Using notes or study aids during a test or quiz �Using a phone, tablet, or other technological device without expressed consent of the teacher for any particular task (if you’re unsure, ask!)
  • Late Work
    • While I will be more than happy to give you feedback on late work, it will not be accepted for credit since we will go over the answers in class on the day it is due AND it is only 10% of your overall grade.

Grading Policies (continued)

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If you’re unsure, reach out!

  • How to contact me:
    • Via email: BennettMegan@dist156.org
    • Stop by my office (Room 208)

Communication is Key!