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        The philosophy of the Spanish program in St. John the Evangelist school is based on the belief to learning a foreign language is an advantage. This is accomplished through a proper instruction so students can further there knowledge of Spanish. The program's hope and goal is to provide the necessary tools to accomplish this journey. 

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Spanish Resources

Spanish Speller 

How to Write a Paper

History-Spanish Language

Library of Congress Hispanic Division 

 Spanish Dictionary 

What is plagiarism?

Hispanic Flags

Vatican Library History 

Spanish Reading List 

Catholic Prayers in Spanish

National Geographic in Spanish 

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The Spanish Speaking World  Online Spanish Thesaurus   Spanish Games  Spanish Vocabulary Games 
Story Place for Kids  Virginia Public Libraries Office of Catholic Schools  Quick Spanish Reference 
Weather Spanish Speaking Countries  Spanish News Papers     


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                                                          8th Grade

CLASS DESCRIPTION
HOMEWORK
QUIZZES & TESTS 
 ORAL PRESENTATIONS
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
LISTENING EXERCISES
LESSONS
FIELD TRIPS
GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY
VERBS & GRAMMAR
TEXT BOOK
GRADING POLICY
 
CLASSROOM EXPRESSIONS
SPANISH RESOURCES
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                                                          7th  Grade

CLASS DESCRIPTION
HOMEWORK
QUIZZES & TESTS 
 ORAL PRESENTATIONS
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
LISTENING EXERCISES
LESSONS
FIELD TRIPS
GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY
VERBS & GRAMMAR
TEXT BOOK
GRADING POLICY
 
CLASSROOM EXPRESSIONS
SPANISH RESOURCES

CONTACT
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                                                          6th Grade

CLASS DESCRIPTION
HOMEWORK
QUIZZES & TESTS 
 ORAL PRESENTATIONS
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
LISTENING EXERCISES
LESSONS
FIELD TRIPS
GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY
VERBS & GRAMMAR
TEXT BOOK
GRADING POLICY
 
CLASSROOM EXPRESSIONS
SPANISH RESOURCES

CONTACT
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                                                          5th Grade

CLASS DESCRIPTION
HOMEWORK
QUIZZES & TESTS 
 ORAL PRESENTATIONS
WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
LISTENING EXERCISES
LESSONS
FIELD TRIPS
GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY
VERBS & GRAMMAR
TEXT BOOK
GRADING POLICY
 
CLASSROOM EXPRESSIONS
SPANISH RESOURCES
FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
VOCABULARY
 
CONTACT
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                                                          4th Grade

CLASS DESCRIPTION
HOMEWORK
QUIZZES & TESTS 

WRITING ASSIGNMENTS
LISTENING EXERCISES
LESSONS

GRAMMAR & VOCABULARY
VERBS & GRAMMAR
TEXT BOOK
GRADING POLICY
 
CLASSROOM EXPRESSIONS
SPANISH RESOURCES

CONTACT
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3rd Grade

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Class Description

Homework

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Tests & Quizzes
Grading Policy

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5th Grade

4th Grade

3rd Grade


Homework
: every quarter students will have four assignments (worth 25 pts.). Each homework is intended to reinforce the material introduced in class.  Don't hesitate to contact me (matosa@ctwisp.net) if you have questions. Please keep in mind Late assignments will not be accepted unless an explanation is provided in writing  by the parent or guardian.

The dates for homework are below they can be printed online if you have internet access.  If you don't have internet access, copies will be in the office. 

HOMEWORK#3
http://www.quia.com

Due Wednesday 10/23/07
HOMEWORK#4    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


                                                          

2nd Grade

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  1st Grade

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   kindergarten

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Class Description


8th Grade
Spanish Level 1
: this class is for students who are going to take Spanish in high school. It meets 3 times a week (MW&F) for 45 minutes each session. The objective is to prepare students for the first year of Spanish. The class will be conducted in Spanish (25 minutes) and English (20 minutes) each session. Finally, students will study in class Spanish grammar and Hispanic culture. BACK


7th Grade
Spanish 01
: this class is for 7th graders who are planning to take Spanish Level 1 as 8th graders next year.  It meets 3 times a week (MW&F) for 45 minutes each session. The objective is to prepare students for the first year of Spanish. In this class students will be exposed to Spanish Grammar and Hispanic culture.
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6th Grade
Spanish 001
: this class is for 6th graders who are planning to take Spanish Level 1 as 8th graders next year.  It meets 3 times a week (MW&F) for 45 minutes each session. The objective is to prepare students for the first year of Spanish. In this class students will be exposed to Spanish Grammar and Hispanic culture.
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5th Grade
Spanish for 5th Grade
: this class is designed to prepare students for Spanish. Heavy emphasis will be placed on grammar and Hispanic culture. It meets once a week (Wednesdays) for 60 minutes each session. The class will be conducted in Spanish (35minutes) and English (25 minutes) each session.
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4th Grade
Spanish for 4th Grade
: this class is designed to prepare students for Spanish language. Heavy emphasis will be placed in basic Spanish grammar. The curriculum includes: listening, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar.  It meets once a week for 45 minutes each session and it class will be conducted in Spanish (25 minutes) and English (20 minutes) each session.
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3rd Grade

This class is designed to lay the foundation for Spanish in Elementary school. The class continues the learning process begun in 2nd grade. The curriculum includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, and vocabulary. Emphasis will be placed on the acquisition of a broad vocabulary as the student begin to learn basic words in the language.  They will follow the pattern set by the home room teacher. 
       At home, I recommend that you as the parent with your child if possible practice the words I teach in class. The class meets once a week for 45 minutes.
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2nd Grade
This class is designed to lay the foundation for Spanish in Elementary school. The class continues the learning process begun in 1st grade. The curriculum includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, and vocabulary. Emphasis will be placed on the acquisition of a broad vocabulary as the student begin to learn basic words in the language.  They will follow the pattern set by the home room teacher. 
       At home, I recommend that you as the parent with your child if possible practice the words I teach in class. The class meets once a week for 45 minutes.

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1st Grade

This class is designed to lay the foundation for Spanish in Elementary school. The class continues the learning process begun in Kindergarten. The curriculum includes listening, speaking, reading, writing, and vocabulary. Emphasis will be placed on the acquisition of a broad vocabulary as the student begin to learn basic words in the language.  They will follow the pattern set by the home room teacher. 
       At home, I recommend that you as the parent with your child if possible practice the words I teach in class. The class meets once a week for 45 minutes.
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Kindergarten
This class is an introduction to basic Spanish. It has been designed to make it a positive experience for your child.  Students in my class  will follow the pattern set by the home room teacher. 
        At home, I recommend that you as the parent with your child if possible practice the words I teach in class.  The class meets once a week for 30 minutes.

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Homework: five assignments must be completed every quarter. They are worth 20 pts. each. The assignments are intended to reinforce the material introduced in class.  Don't hesitate to contact me if you have questions (matosa@ctwisp.net))Late assignments will not be accepted unless an explanation is provided in writing  by the parent or guardian.

The dates for homework are below they can be printed online if you have internet access.  If you don't copies will be in the office. 

Homework #1 Homework #2 Homework #3
5th grade due 10/10/07
 
FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
VOCABULARY
 
Homework #4 Homework #5

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Tests
& Quizzes
: every quarter students will have two quizzes and one quarter test. Quizzes are worth 50 points and the quarter test 100 points. The quarter test and quizzes will be based on the material introduced in class, homework, class work and any other material relevant to the class. 

If a student is absent for a quiz or a test click below on the quiz# or quarter test. Print the quiz and bring it to class.  Remember when you take the quiz YOU CAN NOT USE ANY KIND OF NOTES. Please follow the instructions as indicated on the quiz or test. If a week goes by and no attempt has been made by the student, parent, or guardian to make up the quiz or test the grade will be recorded as cero.  Every quiz or test will be posted after 3:00 p.m. from the date that the quiz was given. 
                                                                                                                        

Quiz #1
September 17
Quiz #2
October 12
Quarter Test
October 29

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Oral Presentation: each quarter students will have a three-two minute oral presentation in Spanish. The instructions are below.

8th grade
ORAL PRESENTATION 
Presentation Date October 31, 2007
1st Quarter

7th Grade
ORAL PRESENTATION
Presentation Date October 31, 2007
1st Quarter

6th Grade
ORAL PRESENTATION
Presentation Date October 31, 2007
1st Quarter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Writing Assignment: each quarter students have to write an assignment in Spanish. The requirements are: one page; it must be typed; double space; font type--Times New Roman; font color--black and the font size 12 points.   Please follow these guidelines.   
8th Grade
Due date November 2, 2007
7th Grade
Due date November 2, 2007
6th Grade
Due date November 2, 2007

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


GRADING POLICY
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5 assignments

20 points 100 points

2 quizzes

50 points 100 points

1 test

100 points 100 points

1 Oral Presentation

25 points 25 points

1 Writing Assignment 

25 points 25 points

1 listening exercise

25 points 25 points

Participation

25 points 25 points

                                                       Total--------------------------         400 points

Note: participation is divided  in 5 assessments worth 5 points each. These assessments will be done in class. If a student is not present in class when the assessment is given contact me as soon as possible so I can make arrangements. Please keep in mind you may lose points if there isn't a valid excuse.    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Listening Exercises: each quarter students will have one listening exercise. The exercise will be base on the material introduced in class. Please keep in mind each lesson is very important. If you are absent during the listening exercise you need to contact me so I can make arrangement for you to make up the exercise. The date for the listening is November 2, 2007. 

Listening Exercise Practice

Basic Spanish Word with Pronunciation 

  Listening Comprehension Exercise1  

Click on the sound icon and select the correct translation from the choices provided. If you are correct, your answer will be highlighted in green; otherwise, your answer will be highlighted in red. You must have java script installed to see the multiple choice questions.
                                               

8TH GRADE

7TH GRADE

6TH GRADE

5TH GRADE

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Field Trips
: please keep in mind, field trips are subject to approval by the principal. A field trip can be cancel at anytime because of class behavior, weather condition, or an extraordinary event. You will be notified in advance.                                                                        

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Textbook & Workbook: The text book to be used in class is ¡Ya verás! (2nd edition-). This textbook will be used as a reference book. The book will be used in class and it will not be taken to home unless there is a special request.  7th and 6th graders will use the 1st edition of  ¡Ya verás!. All quizzes and tests are derived from different sources (180 Practice Test: reading, grammar, and oral presentations from Teacher’s Discovery 22741 Paldan Drive Auburn Hill, MI 48326 (2001); S.T.A.R: An Oral Assessment for Spanish Semester Testing. Teacher’s Discovery 22741 Paldan Drive Auburn Hill, MI 48326 (2002); and the ¡Ya verás! Testing Program. Heinle &  Heinle Publishers Boston , MA 02116 (2001).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Classroom Expressions
(practice them as much as you can)

¿Puedo ir al baño, por favor? (May I go to the bathroom, please?); ¿Puedo tomar agua, por favor? (May I get a drink of water, please?); ¿Puedo usar el sacapuntas? (May I use the pencil sharpener, please?); No, entiendo (I don’t understand); ¿Cómo se dice _____ en Español? (How do you say ______ in Spanish); No tengo mi tarea (I don’t have my homework); Lo siento (I’m sorry); Perdóname (Excuse me); Con permiso (Excuse me); Necesito un/una____, por favor (I need a ___, please); Quiero un/una ____, por favor (I want a __, please).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Lesson Plan (2nd Quarter)

      The lessons in this website are designed to provide quick, brief, and accurate information for students and parents. They have been designed to make students to think and practice what they have learned in class.  Keep in mind that grammar will be explained in English (as the textbook does) and the practice in Spanish.  If you have questions do not hesitate to contact me at matosa@ctwisp.net.  

Lesson 6: To Be (Ser & Estar   (November 5-19)

         This lessons teaches students how to use the verb to be in the Spanish language.
Use the following web sites to practice: http://www.studyspanish.com/lessons/serest1.htm 


  Homework

                                                                     
                                                          Monitoring Sheet (SDQ1; LQ1; AQ1; CCQ1; SQ1).

Lesson 7: Verb Conjugation of -AR, -ER, -IR verbs (November26-December 12)

          This lesson teaches students how to conjugate Spanish verbs in the present tense. http://www.lingolex.com/spanver.htm http://www.lingolex.com/conjugatorform.htm  

Don't forget the essential vocabulary given in class.  ESSENTIAL VOCABULARY  

 

Homework

 

 

Monitoring Sheet (VQ1; CCQ1; LQ1; RQ1; WQ1)

Lesson Lesson 8: -AR, -ER, -IR SPANISH IRREGULAR VERBS ( December 1-17, 2007 )

 

                This lesson teaches students the conjugation of five irregular Spanish verbs. These verbs are: ser, estar, tener, hacer, and ir. The goal is to help students to understand and learn why they are important in the Spanish language.  




                The concept of verb conjugation among irregular verbs is the same as in English. Verb conjugation refers to the process of changing a verb form to provide information about the action being performed. The form of the verb can gives us some idea about who is performing the action, when the action is being performed, and the relation of the verb to other parts of the sentence. In Spanish you have to keep always in mind the relationship between stem (root) and the ending of the verb. Lets consider the five irregular verbs mentioned above.

                 Example: SER -------------------- S (the root or stem) and –ER (the ending).

Irregular verb conjugations have to be memorized. With practice it will feel natural.

 

Lesson Lesson 9: Christmas in the Spanish Speaking World ( December 19, 2007 )

 

                This lesson teaches students the how Christmas is celebrated in some parts of the Spanish speaking world. The goal is to help students understand Christmas from the Hispanic perspective.   

                Christmas is a Christian celebration brought to Spanish America by the Roman Catholic Church through Spanish colonists during the Age of Discovery. For Hispanics Christmas is about advent, Jesus Christ is the central figure throughout the celebration. Although in United States advent is the same as throughout the Christian world. The cultural differences between Spanish America and Anglo-America are striking especially when it comes to food. Traditionally in the Spanish speaking world people exchange presents on January 6th and not December 25th.    

 

            Christmas Vocabulary:

 

-          Navidad                                                                          - María y José

-          El bebé Jesus                                                                 - Dios

-          Los Reyes Magos                                                           - Espiritu Santo

-          Belén                                                                               - canciones

-          Jerusalem                                                                        - Burro

-          Gaspar                                                                            - ovejas

-          Melchor                                                                          - camellos

-          Baltasar                                                                           - insienso

-          diciembre                                                                        - oro

-          enero                                                                               - miare

-          parandas                                                                         - bailes

-          aguinaldos                                                                      - música

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