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What are the 4 language skills we will focus on this year?

Speaking, Listening, Reading & Writing

According to the Syllabus, what do I "strongly recommend" you do if you are serious about becoming fluent?

Find time to practice outside of class.

"Be respectful of: _________, _________ & ________"

your teacher, fellow classmates & the classroom.

T/F: During an interview you will be expected to perform a prepared script in front of the class.

False: Interviews are impromptu (you can't prepare a script ahead of time), and won't be performed for the class.

What is the limit of extra credit you can earn each semester?

2% of the total points in the class.

How can you earn extra credit?

Prepare a food from a list of authentic dishes so you can share it with the class.

What is the main purpose of bellwork?

To prepare you mentally to start speaking in Spanish each day.

When is homework due in this class (unless told otherwise?)

Sundays at 11:59 pm

What should you do if you are absent

Check google classroom!

How do you say Welcome in Spanish?

Bienvenidos!

What is Miss Urban's first name?

Chelsea

Where did I graduate from High School

Wellington High School

What does "Collaborate; don't copy" mean?

If you are working in a group you should be contributing to the discussion and helping find the answers, not just copying down what your partners put.

What is the expectation for getting help during individual/group work?

Ask your group/check Quizlet BEFORE raising your hand and waiting patiently for me to come to you

What is the expected voice level during a test or quiz?

0

What is the expected voice level during teacher instruction?

0

What is the expected voice level during Individual & Group work?

1-2

What is the expected voice level during Classroom Discussion?

0

True or False: headphones/earbuds are allowed in class

False

What is the cell phone policy this year?

Keep phones silent and put away during class. 1 warning, 2nd time it goes on my desk and I call home

What 2 things should you check OFTEN to make sure you are keeping up with assignments and materials for class?

Google Classroom & Infinite Campus

Where will you find the vocabulary lists for class?

Quizlet

Where can you find almost all assignments for class?

Google Classroom

True or False? Miss Urban lived in Mexico for 2 years.

False, Spain

What is the penalty for late work in Spanish class?

-10% for each day it is late (cutoff at 50) and no work accepted after a month

What is Miss Urban's favorite outdoor physical activity?

Swimming OR walking

What are my cats' names?

Waldo & Tuni

How many cats does Miss Urban have?

2

What year did I graduate from WHS?

2007

Where did Miss Urban go to college?

K-state