Spanish (6th Grade) General Information
Señora Feigenbaum
LANGSTON CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL
1950 Woodruff Rd. Greenville, SC 29607
Website: https://mrsfspanishlangston.weebly.com/
Office (864) 286-9700 Fax (864) 286-9699
Email: kfeigenbaum@langstoncharter.org
¡Bienvenidos al mundo de español! (Welcome to the world of Spanish!) My name is Kathy Feigenbaum, and I will be your child’s Spanish teacher this year.
In today’s world, learning a second language will help your child converse with people of different nationalities, understand other cultures through observation and social practices, and prepare him/her for the workforce in a global world.
This year your child will learn vocabulary and grammar, perspectives on different cultural issues, and how to read and write in Spanish through games, media, conversation and repetitive speaking. Learning a second language takes a lot of practice. I expect students to use it in and out of the classroom and have them relate their experiences. The more comfortable they feel speaking, the more learning they will do. Mistakes are expected and will be used as an opportunity to learn. Questions are expected!
I encourage you to become involved in your child’s journey into a new language. Let your child know that you value achievement in school. I am very excited about teaching your child Spanish this year. I look forward to a fun and productive year.
STUDENT GOALS
*Student goals are based on the National Foreign Language Standard.
South Carolina Academic Standard for Spanish I can be found at:
http://ed.sc.gov/scdoe/assets/file/agency/ccr/Standards-Learning/documents/2013_SC_Standard_for_WL_Proficiency_08-13-13.pdf
CLASSROOM RULES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
YOUR CHILD CAN BE A SUCCESSFUL FOREIGN LANGUAGE STUDENT IF THEY:
GRADING
Each assignment will be assigned a points value dependent upon the task. 600 points per quarter.
South Carolina Grading Scale: A = 90-100 B= 80-89 C= 70-79 D= 60-69 F= 59-below
Make-Up Work Policy: In the event that a student is absent from class, it is his/her responsibility to gather all make-up work and complete it in a timely manner (within 3 days of his/her return to school). Tests and quizzes that need to be made up will be done during designated times on Fridays at 7:45 am or 1:30 pm.
Online Translators: Google translate, or other online translators are prohibited. Use of a translator is considered cheating worthy of a zero and administrative attention.
Online Dictionaries: The following dictionary is permitted WordReference.com
Assignments: Assignments are posted on the board daily. Students are given time in class to write the assignments in their agenda. Homework assignments may be posted on my website, however, this tool is meant to be used in emergency situations and is NOT to be used in lieu of the student agenda. Please also be advised that homework may not be posted until after 5 pm due to other duties and responsibilities. Please help your student become an independent learner by encouraging use of the daily agenda.
Movies in the Classroom: From time to time, our class may have the opportunity to watch movies during school; particularly during inside lunch. The movies that will be viewed may be PG rated. By initialing on the parent signature form that you “Read 6th grade Spanish General Information Document” you are giving consent for your child to watch PG movies in my classroom.
Señora Feigenbaum
LANGSTON CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL
1950 Woodruff Rd. Greenville, SC 29607
Website: https://mrsfspanishlangston.weebly.com/
Office (864) 286-9700 Fax (864) 286-9699
Email: kfeigenbaum@langstoncharter.org
¡Bienvenidos al mundo de español! (Welcome to the world of Spanish!) My name is Kathy Feigenbaum, and I will be your child’s Spanish teacher this year.
In today’s world, learning a second language will help your child converse with people of different nationalities, understand other cultures through observation and social practices, and prepare him/her for the workforce in a global world.
This year your child will learn vocabulary and grammar, perspectives on different cultural issues, and how to read and write in Spanish through games, media, conversation and repetitive speaking. Learning a second language takes a lot of practice. I expect students to use it in and out of the classroom and have them relate their experiences. The more comfortable they feel speaking, the more learning they will do. Mistakes are expected and will be used as an opportunity to learn. Questions are expected!
I encourage you to become involved in your child’s journey into a new language. Let your child know that you value achievement in school. I am very excited about teaching your child Spanish this year. I look forward to a fun and productive year.
STUDENT GOALS
- Communicate in the Spanish language for a real purpose
- Gain knowledge and understanding of the Hispanic culture through the language
- Connect with other disciplines and acquire information
- Develop an understanding of the similarities and differences between the English and Spanish language and cultures
- Participate in multicultural activities at home and in the community for personal enjoyment and enrichment
*Student goals are based on the National Foreign Language Standard.
South Carolina Academic Standard for Spanish I can be found at:
http://ed.sc.gov/scdoe/assets/file/agency/ccr/Standards-Learning/documents/2013_SC_Standard_for_WL_Proficiency_08-13-13.pdf
CLASSROOM RULES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Students will be respectful of each other and the teacher.
- Students will remain in their seats unless otherwise instructed.
- Students will raise their hand for permission to speak.
- Students will bring their own materials (composition notebook, pencil, and pen) to class each day.
- Students will be given one “oops” homework pass each quarter in case they forget their homework. Otherwise, late homework is not accepted.
- Students will follow ALL rules in the Langston Charter Middle School Handbook.
YOUR CHILD CAN BE A SUCCESSFUL FOREIGN LANGUAGE STUDENT IF THEY:
- Study vocabulary every day.
- Listen carefully for correct pronunciation in class.
- Participate by speaking Spanish as much as possible in the classroom and beyond.
- Work conscientiously on all assignments (including homework).
- Develop a good attitude about learning Spanish. Realize that Spanish pronunciation and grammar will be different from your native language.
- Ask for help as soon as you know you need it.
- Come prepared to class!
GRADING
Each assignment will be assigned a points value dependent upon the task. 600 points per quarter.
- Test: 100 points
- Quiz: 50 points
- Homework/classwork: 10 points
South Carolina Grading Scale: A = 90-100 B= 80-89 C= 70-79 D= 60-69 F= 59-below
- Parents may access student grades at PowerSchool on the web.
- Report cards are sent home according to the school calendar.
Make-Up Work Policy: In the event that a student is absent from class, it is his/her responsibility to gather all make-up work and complete it in a timely manner (within 3 days of his/her return to school). Tests and quizzes that need to be made up will be done during designated times on Fridays at 7:45 am or 1:30 pm.
Online Translators: Google translate, or other online translators are prohibited. Use of a translator is considered cheating worthy of a zero and administrative attention.
Online Dictionaries: The following dictionary is permitted WordReference.com
Assignments: Assignments are posted on the board daily. Students are given time in class to write the assignments in their agenda. Homework assignments may be posted on my website, however, this tool is meant to be used in emergency situations and is NOT to be used in lieu of the student agenda. Please also be advised that homework may not be posted until after 5 pm due to other duties and responsibilities. Please help your student become an independent learner by encouraging use of the daily agenda.
Movies in the Classroom: From time to time, our class may have the opportunity to watch movies during school; particularly during inside lunch. The movies that will be viewed may be PG rated. By initialing on the parent signature form that you “Read 6th grade Spanish General Information Document” you are giving consent for your child to watch PG movies in my classroom.
