About
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students at Sedgwick are from many different countries around the world and some are born in the U.S. All of the students are in 6th, 7th or 8th grade and speak a language that is not American English. We usually have at least 10 different language groups in classes each year. Some of the languages are Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Nepali, Vietnamese. They bring with them different cultures but they all have in common the desire to learn English.
Tell us what country and city you are from, and when did you come to the U.S.A. Describe what the trip was like, and how you felt when you first came to America. What was the same here and what was different in Connecticut? What do you miss from your country? What did you bring with you from your old home? How do you like your new home?
June 18th, 2010 at 12:44 pm
GUIDE FOR STUDENT SUCCESS IN ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGE (ESOL) COURSES
ESOL STANDARD: English language learners communicate for social, intercultural, and instructional purposes within the school setting.
GOAL OF ESOL COURSE: The students will increase their English fluency in the areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing.
MAJOR UNITS OF STUDY: A variety of units are designed to foster learning and
practice in communicating for social, intercultural and instructional purposes
using the four language domains of listening, speaking, reading and writing.
ATTENDANCE: Attendance is important to learning. We want you to be in class EVERYDAY to share ideas and learn from the teacher and other students. If you are absent you must bring in a note to your homeroom teacher. It is your responsibility to make up the work that you have missed.
MATERIALS: Having the proper materials will help you to be successful in this class.
The following items are required. Please bring a three-ring notebook with a divided section for ESOL, notebook paper, a pencil, a pen, your agenda, and your ESOL books.
JOURNALS: The purpose of your journal is to improve mechanics and usage for writing. Journals remain in the classroom.
CLASS PARTICIPATION: Class participation is an integral part of the learning process. By participating in all class activities, you will greatly improve your chances for success. You are expected to participate in:
Oral Reading
Writing Assignments
Classroom Work
Projects
Discussions
HOMEWORK: Completing homework is an essential part of your learning process. English skills are practiced and reinforced. The homework assignments should be recorded in your agenda. All homework is due when assigned. Late homework will receive a lower grade.
GRADE: Your grade is based on the following:
Assessments 25%
Class Participation 30%
Homework 15%
Notebook 10%
Journal 20%
CITIZENSHIP: A good citizen respects others and follows school and classroom rules. Your behavior receives a separate grade.
EFFORT: Each student is expected to complete all of the requirements to the best of their ability. Your effort receives a separate grade.
EXTRA HELP: I encourage you to ask for extra help when needed.
PARENT COMMUNICATION: Parents may contact me at 570-6501 X1230 Ms. Bogdan.
Sept. 2010