Important FAQS
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- How do I find out what I missed if I'm absent ?
- Do I have to hand in an assignment and/or essay or take a test in class the day I get back from being absent?
- My computer has a virus...My printer is out of ink... I am having a problem turning in an assignment on time.. What can I do?
- What is the English Department policy on late work?
- How much time do I have to turn in an assignment from when I was absent?
- When can I take a make-up quiz?
- What would a class often look like?
- What supplies do I need?
- How do I set up my binder?
- What are the class rules?
- What kind of novel should I check out or bring to read every day?
- What are the main things I will study in English III and when ?
- What are the main things I will study in English II?
- What advice would you give a person who is planning to go to college about the SAT's or ACT's?
- When are finals?
- When can I come for tutoring ?
How do I find out what I missed if I'm absent?
Each class will have a secretary who will record notes and assignments. He or she will also put your name on any handout you missed or give you a pass to come take a quiz you missed by a specific day. You can quietly get that info from the secretary at the start of class. If you have further questions, you can come ask me after class.
Get a phone number from someone in the class you can call to find out what you missed.
Make use of my email to ask questions or to send me assignments.
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Do I have to hand in an assignment and/or essay or take a test in class the day I get back from being absent?
Being absent does not excuse you from quizzes or tests or assignments that were on the class calendar.
Assignments are due the day you return at the start of the period.
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My computer has a virus.. my printer is out of ink..I have a problem turning my paper in on time... What can I do?
Let me know BEFORE the due date if your printer is broken or if your computer has a virus, etc. If you come see me in the morning or the afternoon BEFORE the next class meets, we might be able to solve the problem together without you having a penalty. mailto:PCarnie@alief.isd.tenet.edu.
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What is the English Department policy on late work?
.English Dept. policy is:
Major grades
1 day late= 20 points off
2 days late=0
Minor grades are not accepted late.
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How much time do I have to turn in an assignment when I have been absent?
You will have two days (with a blue slip) to get make-up work turned in. After two days, the grade turns to a zero.
When can I take a makeup quiz?
Makeup quizzes and tests must be taken BEFORE or AFTER school after you come back BEFORE the next time the class meets.
What would a lesson plan often look like?
v Sentence analysis or vocabulary lesson
v Literature or writing discussion/response
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What supplies do I need?
Elements of Literature and the BK English book. Check these out from the book room to use at home.
 | Approved 200 page or more novel from library or home (10 pts.) |
| 3 ring binder, paper (10 pts.) |
| 5 dividers (10 pts.) |
| map pencils (10 pts.) |
| highlighter (10 pts.) |
| pens, pencils (10 pts.) |
| Yellow folder with brads and pockets (10 pts.) |
| Approved novel from library or home |
| To be announced (10 pts.) ______________ |
Date Due for a grade:
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How do I set up my binder?
Class Calendar in front of the class syllabus
Get some dividers and label the following:
1. Literary responses
2. Class notes/handouts
3. TAKS practice
4. Sentence analysis
5. All graded work
All class workbooks in the back
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What are the class rules?
House Rules in Miss Carnie's Room
1. Be in your seat with all materials ready when the bell rings.
2. Raise your hand for permission to speak or leave your seat.
3. Respect yourself, others, and property.
4. Leave food, drinks, and toys at home.
5. Cooperate with the teacher.
6. Do what you're supposed to be doing when you're supposed to be doing it.
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What kind of novel should I check out or bring to class every day?
Find a novel that is two hundred pages or more to read for SSR-- Sustained Silent Reading.
If the novel you find is also a movie, you will need to, in addition to the class assignment over your novel, write a two page analytical essay/review detailing the differences between the movie and the book, as well as giving your opinion about the merits of each.
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What are the main things I will study in English III and when?
Literature
First semester: Puritans through the Civil War
Self-chosen novels (grade appropriate and approved)
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I will not steal your responsibility. |
Second
semester: Realism through Contemporary writers
Writing
Literary responses/portfolio
Literary analysis
Personal narrative
Research paper
Sentence Analysis
Grammar and mechanics as needed
Vocabulary
Greek and Latin Roots
Analogies
What are the main things I will study in English II?
[This is the answer to the question.]
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What advice would you give a person who is planning to go to college about getting ready for the SAT's or ACT's?
The SAT and the ACT, the two main tests that you take and submit to a college, test different skills. Regardless of which test your college requires, it's a good idea for you to brush up on solving analogies and building your vocabulary. I want you to know you have become academically competent for college since more than eighty percent of Hastings students apply to go on to further education. Most schools start asking for your test results during your junior year when you apply.
I would recommend that you start visiting http://www.number2.com every day for some free tutoring in preparation.
I would also recommend that you read and write as much as possible since much of what you do in college will require good skills in those areas.
Think while you read. Just reading something to get through it does not help
you as much as it could if your mind is awake. Be proactive about learning.
This is the time set apart for you to get an education for free. Take full
advantage of the work and preparation and suffering others have done so that you
could have this opportunity. 
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When can I come for tutoring ?
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Before School |
After School |
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By appointment |
2:30-3:00 Tue. Wed. Fri. by appointment |
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© P Carnie, January 2004
Last update: 03/27/2008