ENGLISH BASICS
General Philosophy
I like to use the language arts as a medium to prepare you for life after high school. We will cover the basics of grammar and composition and use those principles to respond to a variety of literary works. You will write several compositions during the year and may be requested to rewrite or revise until you meet acceptable standards. I establish reasonable deadlines, which I expect you to meet. Any written assignment can earn ten points extra credit if it is typed; however, a handwritten rough copy with obvious revisions must be turned in at the same time. We will also complete various worksheets that accompany our texts. I don’t hold a formal tutorial but I am available after school until 4:00 whenever you need assistance.
Classroom Rules
Please…
…do not ask to leave class after the tardy bell rings unless it is a physical emergency.
…do not eat or drink in class. The school policy prohibits food or drink of any kind in the halls or classrooms.
…respect your instructor, your fellow classmates and yourself in all situations.
…be honest.
…be on time and if you enter after class has begun, enter quietly without inter-rupting. (Make sure you have the appropriate pass to enter.)
…be responsible for your make up work and your behavior.
…be prepared with your notebook, your pen, and paper or homework. Without being prepared, it sends the message that you are not willing to work.
…do not apply makeup, fragrance or lotion. (I have an allergy to some fragrances.)
…feel free to ask for help anytime. Let me know if you need after school help.
Mrs. Thomas’s Schedule
1st period…….. English III
2nd period A…. English III
2nd period B…. English III
3rd period……. English III
4th period……. Conference 903-839-5551
5th period A…. English III
5th period B…. English III
6th period……. English III
thomasa@whitehouseisd.org
