Spanish 2 - High School
Time: Wednesdays 2:30-3:30 PM
Teacher: Elaine McWhirter
1902 San Joaquin
Friendswood, TX 77546
Phone: 281-993-9095
E-mail: <ElaineJMcW@yahoo.com>
Cost: $45 a month (September through May), $40/month if taking
multiple classes
Supply fee: $25, due at Registration, NONREFUNDABLE.
Textbook: The
students will need to purchase the Bob Jones Spanish 1 Student Text
and Activity Manual (2nd ed.)
This book can be found
at HEP bookstore on Fuqua or at the Homeschool Store on Judiway. The
textbooks can also be purchased used on the Internet for half the price.
Spanish student
textbook:
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Spanish 1 Activity
Manual (2nd ed.) Item #: 194571 |
Course
Description:
This course entails beginning with conversational greetings. The topic of
Spanish is introduced and developed through lessons with vocabulary, grammar,
dialogue, cultural notes, oral exercises, and partner conversations in
Spanish. I will emphasize verb conjugation, and sentence structure using
the vocabulary words and material. All lessons are presented with a
Christian world view. We will also listen (CD) and translate Spanish
Conversation. The book is colorfully illustrated, with reference charts,
music, and a glossary as added helps. We will continue to use the Spanish 1 Textbook
and Activity Manual for this class, so students will continue to
have and build a good foundation in Spanish. (if they were in Spanish 1
last year, they will already have the Activity manual)
Course Evaluation: Grades are given
weekly. Grades are made up of class participation, daily work, homework,
and chapter quizzes. I use an online grade book that you can view your child’s
grades anytime or assignments on the Internet. This is a great
communication tool to view your child’s progress. A "Progress
Report" will also be sent home each six weeks as well as an end of the
year cumulative grade. An e-mail reminder will be sent to the parents.
Homework:
Spanish homework is given weekly and may include, but not all of the following
topics every week.
Vocabulary
occasional Bible Verse memorization
Take home Chapter quizzes
Worksheets
Activity manual
Weekly review of class assignments at home to
ensure fluency.
Bio: In 2002, I earned a Bachelors
Degree from the University of Houston majoring in Communications/Broadcast
Journalism. Shortly after graduation, I returned to college and
received my Teaching Certificate. I have been teaching in the public
school system for six years and have enjoyed every moment of my
tenure. I've resided in the Pearland area for over 30 years, where
I've met my husband and have had two beautiful children, ages 2 1/2 and 10
months. I've been blessed with the wonderful opportunity to be able to
use my skills in the home school setting. I'm extremely excited to meet
all the new faces in the upcoming school year and look forward to making
special memories for both myself and your children.