Information for New Students in the Advanced Class

Welcome to The Advanced Class

Expectations of Advanced Students:
1. You are absolutely required to come to class and return from the break on time
- If you come late, I will mark you as late. Two “lates” = 1 absence
- If you come 15 minutes late I will mark you as absent
- You may not come into the classroom if you are 20 minutes late
2. Turn off your cell phone during class
3. Use ONLY English in the classroom

Weekly Requirements of Advanced Students:
Every advanced student has a portfolio. Your portfolio is a folder that helps you follow your own progress through the class. Every week, you’ll need to add some things to your portfolio. You may choose to work on what you like, but you must complete all of the tasks by the end of the week.

1. Your Journal- Your portfolio includes a journal. Every week you should write at least three journal entries every week. Journal entries should be about 300 words, and can be on any topic. Generally journal entries talk about what is going on in your life now.
2. Vocabulary- You are responsible for learning about 20 new vocabulary words every week. You must complete vocabulary cards or vocabulary sheets for each word every week.
3. Essay- You are expected to write one 300 word essay every week. TOEFL Students should follow the TOEFL format for this essay.
4. Practical Assignments and Homework- In addition to your weekly requirements, you may also have homework or practical assignments.

Tests and Assessment:

· Every Monday you will have a test of the grammar, vocabulary and concepts we’ve learned during the week, as well as a speaking test.

· On Mondays, I’ll also meet one on one with you to talk about your progress. We’ll look at your portfolio together during this time.

· Your ISR is a report that Kaplan keeps of your class participation and academic progress. If you are a scholarship student, a copy of your ISR is given to your government every 5 weeks.

Class Changes

Dear students,
I will be leaving the High Intermediate class in December to teach the Advanced class. This is sad for me, because as you know, I love High Intermediate, but I look forward to teaching the advanced class, where I will see most of you again. Happy New Year!