Course Objectives
The focus of our Spanish courses is to build skills in our students. Each Spanish Course is carefully aligned with proficiency standards that encourage growth and development of language. All activities and assessments follow these proficiency guidelines.
Grading and Assessments
Students will be measured on their ability to demonstrate their language skills several times throughout a Unit---typically resulting in 12-18 assessments per quarter.
We utilize a standards referenced grading system to measure the proficiency and quality of the student's demonstrated skills. For each assessment, students will be assessed using the following scale:
It's more important now than ever that young people become creators and have ownership of their own learning. I don't want education to be about compliance and that is why I utilize a grading system that encourages independent thought, expression and challenges.
Reassessments
Any student showing just partial proficiency should be able to reassess. In many cases I will try to schedule these individuals for extra instruction to do so. However the option for reassessment is open to all students who follow the reassessment guidelines.
Stay Active and Engaged
Students will have an enriching experience if they stay immersed in the Spanish language--inside and outside of class. There is ALWAYS something every student can be doing.
Stay Connected
Our Spanish class is active on social media, sharing celebrations and creating a transparent classroom that shows a sampling of what we do on a daily basis. Many times the class Social Media representative creates the posts. Mrs. Huff also uses the accounts to share announcements or updates regarding class activities.
SnapChat: espanoldhs
Lesson plans are posted on the school website. Always email if you have any questions.
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Photos from Mrs. Huff's Classroom