¡bienvenidos! a la clase de español can you guess who this is?

¡Bienvenidos!A la clase de español

Can you guess who this is?

Señora Crognale

16th year teaching Spanish

Grew up Speaking Spanish. Mom was from Cuba

Mom was a Spanish teacher too!

My Cuban grandparents are/were a very BIG part of my life

Traveled to Spain, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico and last summer…CUBA!!!

Course Objectives

To foster a love for Spanish culture and language

Prepare students for Spanish II, either regular or honors

Finish 3 units (each unit has 2 chapters)

Have fun!!!!

Grading20% Homework (not too much in the beginning, but should expect something every weeknight (no weekends)..\Spanish stamp and grade sheet.doc

25% tests/projects (usually 1 per mp)

35% quizzes (given each Friday)

20% class participation & preparation

http://www.transparent.com/word-of-the-day/today/spanish.html?utm_media=email

Sign up for the Spanish word of the day. I accept 5 words per test/quiz for extra credit.

It is the student’s responsibility to make up work!!

El textohttps://my.hrw.com/

Lots of on-line resources for the textbook.

I took 2 years of Spanish in high school and I can’t remember a thing…how can I help my child!

Practice at home daily (review pages at end of each chapter) https://my.hrw.com/ Make flashcards or go to Be a partner in quizzing of dittos/flashcardsChecking that homework is doneE-mail me anytime and make sure your child sees me after an absence. acrognale@crsd.orgLeave me a message 215-944-2963Check the website for updates on tests and homework.

What can you expect from me?

I will prepare materials and activities for class to generate enthusiasm for learning. Develop a relationship with your child. I’m a mommy too, so I know they are your whole worldI will be fairE-mail me!!!! I will be happy to keep in touchWe will have a lot of fun, and by accident, they will learn Spanish!Visit my website. www.crsd.org/Domain/1136