Latin 100 2013-2014 Magistra Ciotti e-mail: sciotti@packer.

edu office: MS141

Salvte, omns!

I am thrilled to welcome you to your second year of Latin, during which we will follow the Cornelian family on their journey to the glorious city of Rome!

Our goal for this year

is to build on the vocabulary and grammar you learned last year and improve your fluency in reading Latin. By June, you will have learned many more Latin words, much more about Ancient Roman culture, and more of the rules that make the Latin language special and different from most modern languages.

Here are some other things you should know Class Materials
Bring to class everyday: writing utensils Latin folder Latin notebook computer (charged)

About computers
We will use our computers regularly in class, but not everyday. You may not use your computer in class unless I ask you to for an assignment (or unless you have a previous arrangement with me).

Grading
30% homework 30% classroom engagement 40% assessments (quizzes & tests)

email policy
Please email me any time you have a concern about Latin, but do know that if your email is sent after 5PM you may not receive a reply until the next day.

Homework
I will check your homework daily to make sure it has been completely and thoughtfully done. If you have not done your homework completely you will receive either no or only partial credit. Sometimes I will collect a homework assignment for a grade. If you have not completed one of these assignments you have one day to turn it in for a reduced grade.

lateness
If you are late to class, you must have a note excusing your lateness. I will keep track of any unexcused lates and if I notice a trend it will be addressed with your dean or your parents. If you are ill or need to visit the tech center you absolutely must come to class first (except for a medical emergency).

absences
If you have an anticipated absence, you should notify me at least one day in advance (sports included). If you are absent due to illness, it is your responsibility to find out what assignments and assessments you missed and arrange to make them up. You have as many days as the length of your absence to make up missed work.

extra time
If you have an accommodation for extra time on assessments, you need to inform me the day prior to the assessment if you will be taking your extra time. Most often extra time will be taken during F band lunch in my office, unless you make other arrangements with me.

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