English I
*Syllabus
1st Six Weeks
Unit 1 – The Short Story
2nd Six Weeks
Unit 2 – Nonfiction
3rd Six Weeks
Unit 3 – Poetry
4th Six Weeks
Unit 4- Drama
5th Six Weeks
Unit 5- Novel
6th Six Weeks
Unit 6 – Science Fiction & Fantasy
40% of grade: minor grades (daily assignments, quizzes, homework, participation, etc)
60% of grade: major grades (tests, projects, major writing assignments, etc)
-Students have 2 days per missed to make up daily assignments and homework.
-It is the student’s responsibility to ask for missed assignments. Assignments will be posted on my website.
-Major grades must be made up within 5 days of the students return to school.
-Late work will be accepted up to ONE DAY ONLY. There will be a 15 point penalty for ALL late work.
-Major assignments that are late will receive a 25 point penalty
Classroom Rules
-Be on time
-Bring all materials to class
-Show respect to others at all times
-Listen and follow directions the first time they are given
-Do not speak while others are speaking
-Follow Godley ISD rules at all times
Classroom Procedures
-Be in your seat when the bell rings
-Check the board and start your in class assignment
-Remain in your seat until you are dismissed. I dismiss you, not the bell.
-Turn in homework at the beginning of class in the appropriate box
Contact Information
E-mail address: rodgers@godleyisd.net
School phone number: 817-309-3880
Please send me an email to confirm that you and your child fully understand the rules and procedures in my classroom.
Thank you,
Stephanie Rodgers
*subject to change