Welcome
What do we do if we want to say something or leave the classroom?
Raise a quiet hand and wait to be called. If you need to leave, wait to receive permission and get a hall pass.
What is this classroom's room number?
219
What is one sports team we have at West Hill?
Basketball, volleyball, soccer, cricket
What do we bring to class?
Books, notebooks, devices on silent, writing utensils, other class materials. Bring a smile and positive attitude! Remember that phones are to be turned on silent or put away. Only when instructed to use your phone to support learning should it be out!
What is your English teacher's full name?
Crystal Penrose
Is there a final exam for this course? If so, how much of your final grade is it worth?
Yes - 15%
Who is our Principal? What is their name?
Ms. Colavita
Is our school non-semestered or semestered?
Semestered! There are two semesters. You must take 4 courses in each one. Seniors can take less courses and receive a spare.
Scenario: The teacher has asked a student who is chatting with friends during a lesson to be silent so others can learn. What should the student do?
Always listen to the Teacher's instructions and be respectful towards yourself and others!
Where do we find course materials?
Brightspace - Click on 'Content'
What is the course code for this class?
Period 2 - ENG2D1
Period 3 - ENG4C1
Period 4 - ENG2D1
Give directions to the closest student washrooms.
BOYS - Walk straight through the double doors. Washroom is on the right.
GIRLS - Turn right. Walk midway down the hall. Door is on the right.
NON-GENDERED - Downstairs beside the staff room (across from the English office).
What four areas of literacy do we work on in this class?
Reading
Writing
Speaking/Oral Communication
Media
Scenario: I have finished my work, what do I do?
Work quietly on other assignments. If finished all work in other subjects you may read or complete a word game/puzzle.
The Weeknd
Scenario: You suddenly have an emergency and can't make it to school on a test, quiz or presentation day. What should you do?
Call the school and email your teacher immediately. Arrange a make-up day. Bring in a doctor's note (or note from a parent) excusing your LEGITIMATE absence.
What is the full name of our school?
West Hill Collegiate Institute
What colour is your English teacher's dog?
White
Who are the Vice Principals?
Ms. Bajaj, Ms. Daley, Ms. Bekiaris
Scenario: The fire alarm goes off, what do you do?
Wait for teacher's instructions. Walk quietly out the double doors and down the stairwell to the left. Wait as a class outside.
Name three units of study that we will be doing this semester.
1. Short Story
2. Novel Study
3. The Essay
List four different ways a student may get caught plagiarizing.
1. Copying from a friend/family member
2. Use of AI
3. Use of Online tools to "make me sound smarter"
4. Not giving credit (citing) where information was gathered from.
What is the illiteracy rate in Canada?
49% of the adult population in Canada function below the high school level.
What is the Ministry of Education's cell phone policy?
Phones put away during lessons. Allowed if the teacher's says you can use it to complete work. If the teacher asks you to put it away, you must cooperate! Failure to do so with multiple occurrences will result in a consequence.
What do we do before we get ready to leave class?
Put our things away, write in our planner/note apps and gather our personal items. Sit at our desks. Wait for the bell to ring. NO GATHERING AT THE DOOR OR LEAVING EARLY.