Latin I – Mr. White – Strake Jesuit College Preparatory 2019-2020

Required Texts and materials:

Lingua Latina Per Se Illustrata Level 1 by Hans H. Ørberg (print or Kindle electronic copy)

iPad for access to any digital text resources

Latin-English dictionary (Whitaker’s Words via iPad App Store – Free)

PAPER Notebook

Folder or binder to retain papers, handouts, quizzes, tests, etc.

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Your grade will be based on the following percentages:

Tests 50%

Quizzes 20%

Homework 10%

Daily Translation and Classwork 20%

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100%

* Final Grade: Semester Grade 75%

Final Exam 25%

TECHNOLOGY GUIDELINES – 

• While our texts are often digital, translations and notes should NOT BE done on iPads, laptops, or other electronic formats. Instead, translations and notes should be kept in a traditional paper notebook or on a paper copy or printout of the text.
• In the classroom, iPads and phones should never be on your desk or otherwise open, on, or available for use unless specifically instructed by Mr. White. Supplemental resources you intend to use in class, such as dictionaries or grammar guides, should be in a hard-copy format.
• You MUST have prior permission to use any specific digital resources for completing work other than the text copies, a dictionary, or Perseus Digital Library; unauthorized translations, etc., will be considered to be plagiarism and a violation of the school’s Honor Code.

About the class:

Objectives:

• To begin the student’s understanding of Latin vocabulary and grammar
• To begin the student’s understanding of universal linguistic concepts, using Latin as the example, to particularly improve his understanding of English
• To become familiar with the culture and history of the Romans, and their profound impact on western literature and civilization
• To increase one’s knowledge of the influence of Latin on the English language
• To understand the mythology, history, and culture of the Greco-Roman world
• To prepare the student to continue on to Latin 2 and beyond

Expectations:

• The class is, obviously, an introduction to the Latin language. The class is mainly a didactic through our textbook and workbook, with a goodly deal of addition from Mr. White’s guidance and knowledge of Latin. This is supplemented by lectures on grammar, history, mythology, etc., as well as student-led topics on the texts or the Roman world.
• The class is structured to follow the format of a college-level Latin 101/first semester syllabus, modified for the level of study found in freshman year; as such, it is imperative that the student complete every homework assignment and class work, as the vast majority of the class revolves around the analysis of each day’s completed work and the discussion of grammar, syntax, vocabulary, culture, and history.
• Bring all books and materials to class including folder with loose leaf, pencil/pen (no red ink), highlighter, etc. If the student fails to bring all required materials to class, he shall be assigned a PH.
• You must take notes in class at all times.  Your binder will be checked periodically for a homework grade.
• Complete homework on a daily basis. You can expect between roughly 10 to 45 minutes of work per night.  You will receive a 100 for completion or a 0 for incomplete or missing homework. There is no partial credit for partial work. Some nights, homework shall not be assigned, but it is essential to complete all homework as given.
• Study a little portion of the lesson each night. Students will take pop-quizzes on the material covered in previous classes without warning.
• Participate actively in the classroom activities even if they are difficult.
• Study for quizzes (about one every two weeks) and tests (about one per month).  All the quizzes, pop-quizzes, and test must be signed by the parents and return to the class the following day, with the exception of semester/final exams (per school policy).
• Ask for extra help as soon as you need it.  The virtuous student asks for help immediately if he feels lost.  Attend extra help sessions. Questions are welcome in the class, so please, don’t hesitate to ask any question!
• Doing work or studying for other classes will not be tolerated.
• Conduct yourself in a respectful manner towards your peers and your teacher.  The guidelines of the Community Life all apply in this classroom.
• Honesty is a virtue and will be fostered in this classroom and at Strake Jesuit.  Repercussions are severe for those who choose to engage in academic dishonesty activities.  Don’t go there!

• Tardies:
• Each student may receive one grace tardy in the first semester, assuming some acclimation to campus. After this, he will receive a P.H. for being tardy to class.

• Disruptive Behavior:

• 1.  Warning   2. Teacher P.H. & Call home.  3. School P.H. & Call home
• Minor disruption may be punished with “paperclips” or other alternatives solely at the teacher’s discretion.
• **Profanity and bullying are not tolerated**
• **If you are doing work from another class in Latin, all your materials will be confiscated**

• Honor Code:

• Cheating will not be tolerated.  It will result in a 0 with no opportunity to make up the assignment.  This includes using online translators or getting help from native speakers/upper level students/parents for homework, writing assignments, and projects.  Please note that copying a friend’s homework and giving/receiving answers prior to a test/quiz is considered cheating.  You will be asked to sign the honor pledge on tests and quizzes.  You must abide by the Strake Jesuit honor code.

I have read and understood the above objectives and expectations.

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