About the teacher
What is your teacher's name?
Mrs. Yoel
What are the three key areas of writing you will focus on in 11th grade ELA?
Argumentative writing, narrative writing, and informative writing.
What behavior is expected of students in terms of respect toward the teacher and classmates?
Disrespect toward anyone, including speaking while someone else has the floor, will not be accepted. Students are expected to be respectful and considerate of others.
Why is daily attendance emphasized in this course?
When you are absent, you miss out on all that we do and all that we discuss. There is no way to recreate a missed class.
What types of assignments contribute to your quarterly grade in this course?
Classwork, discussions, projects, tests, quizzes, and essays all contribute to the quarterly grade.
What is your teacher's country of birth?
Colombia
What research skills will you develop in this course?
formulating your own questions, finding and evaluating sources, integrating information smoothly, and citing correctly.
How will the class handle interruptions during discussions?
Behavior that interrupts the work or discussion is not acceptable. Everyone is expected to participate thoughtfully and respectfully.
What should a student do if they miss class due to an excused absence?
The student should contact Mrs. Yoel and make up the missed work and notes. It is their responsibility to procure and submit the missed work on time.
How does the late submission policy affect your grade in the first quarter?
Late submissions will be accepted with partial credit, and Mrs. Yoel will remind students to submit any late tasks for full credit if they are fully completed.
What is your teacher's favorite gym song?
NuevaYol - Bad Bunny
How will speaking and listening be incorporated into the curriculum?
Speaking and listening will be essential: you’ll participate in structured, collaborative discussions that require you to listen actively, respond thoughtfully, and adjust your ideas based on new insights.
What does Mrs. Yoel mean by "Every voice here matters"?
This means that all students are encouraged to share their perspectives and ideas, and no one person should dominate the conversation.
How can students make up missed work after an excused absence?
They should email Mrs. Yoel with the reason for the absence, anticipated return date, and submit any due work. They must also ask questions to clarify missed work or assignments.
What happens if you submit an essay, project, or test late after the first quarter?
Late work will lose an entire letter grade for each school day it is late (after the first quarter).
What is a movie your teacher always watches on Holidays?
Home Alone
What are some of the essential questions you will explore throughout the year?
How do the goals we set shape the way we grow as readers and thinkers? In what ways does engaging in meaningful conversations with others change how we see a text—and ourselves? How can moments of confusion or challenge become opportunities for deeper understanding? How does knowing where I’m headed influence the choices I make along the way?
How should you approach participation in class if you don't fully understand the material?
It is perfectly fine to say, “I don’t know yet.” The class is about thinking through the material, making sense of it, and explaining your thoughts.
What information should you include when emailing Mrs. Yoel about a missed class?
the reason for absence (when applicable),anticipated return to class,submission of any homework or assignments due,questions to clarify missed work and notes,questions about new assignments and due dates
In which quarter will no late homework be accepted unless the absence is excused?
In the fourth quarter, no late homework will be accepted except with an excused absence.
What song reminds your teacher of her childhood?
You got a friend in me- Toy Story
In what ways will you be expected to support your ideas in argumentative writing?
you’ll form well-reasoned claims, acknowledge and address counterarguments, and support your ideas with credible sources.
What is meant by creating a "brave space" in the classroom?
A "brave space" is a classroom environment where everyone feels comfortable participating, learning, and sharing their ideas without fear of judgment.
What is the student's responsibility regarding missed work and class notes?
It is the student's responsibility to get the missed work and notes and submit any work in a timely manner.
How can a student submit work late in Q2 and Q3 for partial credit?
The student must submit fully completed late tasks, but they will not receive reminders to submit them in Q3. In Q2, reminders will be given for late submission.