English+9

**Welcome to English 9!**



Mrs. Koss

309­-495-­6800

skoss@peoriaroe48.net


 * Throughout the course, you will meet the following goals:**

• Read increasingly complex literature independently with fluency and comprehension

• Understand and analyze literature from various genres

• Communicate effectively through a variety of writing assignments

• Learn transferable vocabulary skills to help interpret unfamiliar words in various contexts

• Learn to use Standard English through a variety of grammar lessons


 * Where**

We will be meeting as a class in the Computer Lab


 * What to bring**

• Folder

• Pencil

• Pen/Pencil

• Notebook

• Notebook to act as a journal and stays in class


 * Expectations**

• You are expected to attend every class. If you cannot come to class be

sure to let me know so that I can plan for this.

• Participate in class discussions

• Do your work

• Have a positive attitude

• Be confidential


 * Routine**

• Come into class and begin journal assignment

• Review work from yesterday

• Begin new work for today

• Start assignment

• Review lessons learned today Grading

We will use the school wide grading scale found in the handbook. You will have the opportunity to gain several points throughout the semester. If you miss an assignment you will be required to make it up on Fridays. Use your time in class and this will not be an issue.


 * Class Topics**

• Analysis of Plot and Setting

• Analysis of Characterization

• Analysis of Conflict, Theme, and Literary Elements

• Analysis of Narrator, Point of View, and Voice

• An Epic Text: Oedipus by Sophocles

• Drama: Shakespeare – Hamlet