Welcome to 9 th CP English! Do Now: Choose a seat. Please write your name on the piece of cardstock on your desk. About Ms. Jurewicz Originally from Pittsburgh, PA. Graduated from Dickinson College. Studied abroad in Brisbane, Australia. Taught all ages, from preschool to college level. Activities at AHS: Director of Fall Play Travel Club Advisor Paintball Club Advisor Choreographer for AGW Musical Now, Tell Me About Yourself! Based on how many squares of toilet paper you have on your desk (1,2,3), tell me a fact about yourself. It can be sports you enjoy, number of siblings, favorite type of monkey, etc. School can be rough but were here to help! THE TOP 5 WAYS TO SUCCEED IN THIS CLASS: 1. Be prompt. 2. Be prepared. 3. Be productive. 4. Be positive. 5. Be polite. Supplies Notebook Looseleaf paper Writing utensils (pens and pencils) Mini pencil sharpener Highlighter Flash drive (optional; used during research unit) Notecards/ Post-It Notes In the Classroom Smartboard Daily Warm-Up Whiteboard Daily Agenda, Homework, Upcoming Deadlines Supply table Books, Handouts, Art Supplies Absent Folders Missed work Back Bins Turn in work Other Resources My webpage: appohigh.org -> Staff -> Ms. JurewiczID=548515&type=uID=548515&type=u Online textbook Login info coming soon Home Access Center Grades updated weekly Homework You will have homework every week Due at the beginning of class Late or poorly completed work receives a point deduction. Assignments turned in more than a week late will NOT be accepted NO EXCUSES. NO NAME= NO CREDIT. Keep track using your agenda and my webpage. Absences You are responsible for making up work. (3B4ME) First stop: Absent Folders Second stop: Webpage Third Stop: Classmates Fourth Stop: Ms. J Cell Phones Read the signs! Green side = Okay to use (group work) Red side = No phones (lectures, presentations, quiz/test) NO CHARGING YOUR PHONE IN CLASS. Consequences: 1. Warning 2. Confiscate phone 3. Confiscate and call home 4. Referral Bathroom Breaks: - Only ask during transitions and after directions are given - You get three bathroom breaks a week during my class. - Your agenda is your pass. - Be back in 10 minutes or less! Im looking forward to a great semester! Ice Breaker #2: Two Truths and a Lie Can you guess which of the following facts are true and false? Ms. J 1. Used to be a pre-professional ballet dancer. 2. Has watched every episode of Game of Thrones. 3. Owns three pet guinea pigs. 1. Truth: She danced with the Boston Ballet, Joffrey Ballet, and American Ballet Theater among others. 2. Lie: She has only read the first two books. 3. Truth: Their names are Daisy, Myrtle, and Midnight. Your Turn! Write down two truths and a lie about yourself. Share your answers with your shoulder partner. Working with Your Seat Partner Complete the syllabus quiz. Before You Leave Today Write a #4 on the back of your nametag. Place your nametag in the Period 4 bin in the back. Dont forget to complete your syllabus sheet by Friday, 1/22! Stay seated until the bell rings.