Course Description

Course Objective:

The goal of this class is to further develop your skills in the area of transitioning to the next stage of your life…college. In this class we will explore the fundamentals of college applications, college essays, disclosure, SAT/ACT preparation and self-advocacy. Furthermore, Ms. Teach and I will help you get ahead with the professional skills necessary to enter the workforce. You will be provided with direct, specially designed instruction that reflects your Transition goal and objectives. Additionally, we will visit college campuses and have guest speakers supplementing our curriculum. You will have time to work on your class assignments for a portion of each LSC period.

Class Rules & Behavioral Expectations:

ü      Always do your best work!

ü      Be on time.

ü      Be prepared with the materials you will be working on for LSC.

ü      Be respectful of the rights and learning styles of others.

ü      No cell phones

ü      Remember that headphones are a privilege for independent work and need to be

kept at a quiet volume.

ü      You must have a functioning organizational system

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How will you be graded in the English Lab?

You will have a Transition binder for this class that will assist you in organizing and safekeeping your transition materials. You will be graded based on the following rubric:

On Time	1 points
Following class expectations & rules	2 points
Proper use of an organization system	2 points
Daily points	=5
In class assignments (weekly)	10 points

The grading scale is as follows:

90-100%	A
80-90%	B
70-80%	C
60-70%	D
Below 60%	Failing

Because parents are an integral part of student’s academic success, we ask that you read and sign below indicating that you will commit to reviewing your student’s assignment tracking system on a weekly basis. Please Return to Ms. Evans/Ms. Teach by: 9/14/09

Parent(s)/Household Member’s Signature ______________________________________