This document provides information about an Employment English course at Murrah High School for the 2016-2017 school year taught by Mrs. Mabry. It outlines the course description, objectives, required textbooks and resources, methods of evaluation including assignments, portfolios and service hours, student expectations, and consequences for inappropriate behavior. The teacher's contact information is also provided.

1. FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
INFORMATION
MURRAH HIGH SCHOOL 2016-2017 EMPLOYMENT
ENGLISH I,II,III,IV EXPECTATIONS
MRS. MABRY

2. CONTACT INFORMATION
MURRAH HIGH SCHOOL
EMAIL ADDRESS: jegray@Jackson.k12.ms.us
PHONE NUMBER: 6019605380

3. COURSE DESCRIPTION
• Employment English delineates functional content standards
necessary for achieving reading, writing, and language
competency in the workplace and in community life. Reading
focuses on decoding and comprehending essential information
for successful community inclusion. Writing emphasizes
comprehending and using written information to communicate
with others effectively; and language competencies focus on
receptive and expressive communication modes, and the
mechanics, grammar, and usage conventions of standard
English. The student is expected to acquire and master the
skills in whatever mode of communication is appropriate.

4. OBJECTIVES OF EMPLOYMENT ENGLISH
• Main Ideas and Supporting Details
• Following Directions
• Learning Strategies
• Purpose of Writing
• Reading to Gain Information
• Applying Communication Skills
• Applying Listening Skills
• Vocabulary
• Demonstration of Standard English Mechanics and Grammar

5. TEXTBOOK AND RESOURCES
English for the World of Work; Basic English Composition; Practical English; English
Composition; Basic English; and any other materials deemed necessary for learning

6. METHOD OF EVALUATION
Daily Participation Points/Quizzes/Assignments/Homework/Binder Checks/Student
Portfolios, School/Community Service Hours (total of 20 hours) will later discuss
Please note students can only pass this course with a 70% average or above and as a
requirement for graduation must maintain an evidence-based portfolio
*Homework will be assigned on rare occasions of the assignment not being completed in
class

7. STUDENT EXPECTATIONS and
RESPONSIBILITIES
BE PREPARED FOR
CLASS
Be in your seat and
ready to work when
the tardy bell rings
Bring materials and
assignments to class
BE RESPECTFUL
Show respect for
yourself, others, and
their property
Respect the
differences in others
BE RESPONSIBLE
Use class time wisely
Adhere to JPSD Code
of Conduct
Accept responsibility
for your actions and
choices

8. DO’S WHILE IN CLASS

9. DON’TS IN CLASS

10. CONSEQUENCES
A verbal warning issued to the student
Student/teacher conference
Parent contact
Parent/teacher conference
Afterschool Detention (if necessary)
Office referral (when necessary)
Severity Clause: The teacher reserves the right to change the order or skip steps
in the consequences should the severity of the offense warrants it

11. QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, AND/OR COMMENTS