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=Course Objectives =  In this course, we will learn the fundamentals of the Latin language. By the end of the year, you will have learned the basic patterns for nouns and verbs, along with some prepositional phrases and pronouns. We will also focus some of our attention on the English language, which contains an enormous number of words derived or borrowed from Latin. We will also learn quite a bit about the culture and history of the Romans, the original speakers of Latin.

=Textbook and Course Materials = __Textbook:__ //Oxford Latin Course Part I//. We will be using this text the entire year. Make sure to clearly mark your name in the text and bring it to class every day.

__Materials:__ In addition to your textbook, bring the following items to class: 1) Three-ring binder with the following divisions: >   2) 3x5 index cards for vocabulary work
 * Vocabulary
 * Grammar
 * Greek & Roman Culture
 * <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif">Sententiae Antiquae
 * <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif"><span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif">Homework/Quizzes/Tests

You should obtain your binder along with tabs for the divisions //as soon as possible//. I will expect you to have your binder in order by the second week of class and keep all your materials organized so that you can find anything quickly and easily when needed. In addition to your textbook and binder, you must bring index cards and pen and paper to class daily.

=<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif">Homework and Assessments = <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif">You have four written assignments each week, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Each Friday we will have a quiz or test, so each Thursday your assignment is study and prepare for that quiz or test.

__READ CAREFULLY:__ Homework is due the following MORNING at 8:15 to my box. Each homework assignment receives a grade. If your homework is incomplete or completed without attention to accuracy, only partial credit will be given. I do not expect your homework to be perfect, but I do expect it to be complete. Priory’s policy is that late homework is not accepted. When you have missed three homework assignments, I will notify your parents.

__QUIZZES AND TESTS:__ There is a test or quiz WEEKLY. Tests and quizzes will be held each Friday, unless otherwise noted. At the end of the term there will be final exam that covers everything you have learned in the term. Because language builds on what you already know, tests and quizzes will necessarily cover everything you have learned to date, but will focus on more recent topics. If you earn below a C on a test, I will notify your parents. In addition to the scheduled Friday quizzes and tests, there will be several pop quizzes throughout the term to keep you on your toes.

=<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif">Absences = <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif"> When you are absent, you must make up all missed work, including homework, quizzes, and tests. You have one day to make up missed assignments due during your absence. Any missed quiz or test must be made up on the day you return. If you miss several days, you need to make arrangements with me to make up your missed work.

=<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif">Grading = <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif"><span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif"> Grades will be calculated according in the following way. Make sure to keep track of all your graded assignments. <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif">
 * <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif">HOMEWORK......17%
 * <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif">QUIZZES..............21%
 * <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif">TESTS....................24%
 * <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif"> PARTICIPATION  .... 5%
 * <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif"> FINAL EXAM.....33%