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Welcome to Advanced ELD

 * === The goal of Advanced ELD is to improve students’ skills in academic English (reading, writing, and thinking) in preparation for the CAHSEE and college-prep level courses at ECV as well as entry into college courses. ===

Please see the Calendars for daily Learning Objectives and Agendas.



Class Syllabus
 * Teacher Information**
 * Teacher name: Mr. Devine, MrDevine.net
 * Telephone Number: (619) 401-4814
 * E-mail address: adevine@guhsd.net


 * Teacher name: Ms. Jacoub
 * Telephone Number:
 * E-mail address: sjacoub@guhsd.net


 * Class web page: www.advancedeld.wikispaces.com

Materials: Each day bring pens, pencils, and a notebook. You may keep your notebook in the student file cabinet.
 * Textbook and Materials**
 * Textbook: The EDGE, Level C


 * Course Description and Objectives**
 * The English Learner program at El Cajon Valley High School offers students a comprehensive academic program that develops English fluency as quickly as possible while providing access to English Language Arts high school level standards.
 * Daily Learning Objectives: These can be viewed on the class calendar on the class web page.


 * Calendar of Assignments and Due Dates**
 * Please click on the calendar in the sidebar menu. Also, students are required to write their homework in their planners each day.

//Student grades are made up of 4 categories://
 * Grading / Evaluation**
 * Reading Standards: 35%
 * Reading Notes/Assignments
 * Reading Tests
 * Writing Standards: 35%
 * Writing Notes/Assignments
 * Writing Tests
 * Speaking Standards: 15%
 * Participating in speaking activities.
 * Class Participation: 15%
 * Daily notes
 * Participating in Student Centered Learning Environments


 * Assignments**
 * Students must complete all assignments. This includes class work as well as homework.
 * Late assignments will be accepted for full credit. However, in order to turn in a late assignment students must first spend 30 minutes in the classroom, or in Night Library. If students do not want to spend their time this way then simply turn in your work on time!
 * Students must make up missed/failed tests.
 * Reminder PowerPoint: [|ConductLateWorkReminder.ppt]
 * Conduct**
 * All El Cajon Valley High School rules apply.
 * Be on time. This means be in your seat and ready to work when the bell rings.
 * Bring materials: textbooks, notebook, paper, pencil, and pen.
 * No gum, food, or beverages. Bottled water is allowed.
 * Contribute to a positive classroom environment.
 * Failure to follow the rules may result in detention, phone calls to parents, referrals, and a lower conduct grade.
 * Presentation on Class Expectations: Link