Welcome!
My name is Mr. William Boyer. I teach English (Midnight Literature) and Special Educsation. In addition to teaching, I am one of three student coordinators, the Winter Weight Room Coordinator, and coadvisor to the Gamers' Club.
Welcome!
My name is Mr. William Boyer. I teach English (Midnight Literature) and Special Educsation. In addition to teaching, I am one of three student coordinators, the Winter Weight Room Coordinator, and coadvisor to the Gamers' Club.
Always remember C.P.R
Cooperation
Participation
Respect
Midnight Literature 2021 - 20202
Mr. Boyer
“The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear, and the oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown.” - H.P Lovecraft
House Rules: C.P.R Cooperation- Participation- Respect
Tentative Syllabus
Trimester 1
Focus: Man vs Supernatural; Man vs Self
Theme: Dread, Coming of Age, Choices
Major Works and Film: Frankenstein; Dracula; Edgar A. Poe; Texas Chainsaw Massacre; Christine; Watchmen; (Macbeth)
Trimester 2
Focus: Man vs Man; Morality and the Apocalypse; Satire
Theme: Survival, Responsibility, Choices, Parenting
Major Works and Film: Macbeth; The Road; The Zombie Survival Guide; Dawn of the Dead; Shaun of the Dead; Freaks
Trimester 3
Focus: Science Fiction
Theme: Fear of the unknown; Dangers of technology; Man vs Machine
Major Works and Film: Various short stories; Martian Chronicles; I, Robot; ; Unwind; The Thing; Stranger Things; Minority Report
Independent Reading: H.P. Lovecraft, Neil Gaiman, Alan Moore, Robert Kirkman, and many others (TBA). Questions and comments will be held on Google Classroom. Dates forthcoming.
Grading Policies
Assessment: Tests, Papers, Projects, Quizzes 50%
Assignments: Classwork, Homework, Participation 40%
Progress Assessments 10%
Late Work Policies
Late Work Policies
Essays may be submitted late for partial credit (determined via school policy).
In the event of an absence, students must schedule with the instructor to complete missed assignments. After several days a zero will be assigned as a placeholder until assignment is made up.
Homework and classwork must also be submitted on time for full credit.
1 day late -10%
2 days late -20%
3 days later -30%
Completed homework and classwork submitted late will be penalized:
Requirements
Google Drive & Classroom will be an integral component of this class (Docs and Slides in particular). Google Classroom code: TBA
Vocabulary is assigned regularly.
10 - 20 words, accompanying activities, and a QUIZ
Daily Journal.
Students will complete the question/topic of the day on a daily basis.
The question and answer selections must be copied down (This will count as a weekly classwork grade.).
Requirements
A notebook with 2 - 3 sections, a folder, and a writing implement are required daily. A 3 ring binder is acceptable. Sections include Journals/ Notes/ Class copies
Organization is key.
Google Drive & Classroom will be an integral component of this class (Docs and Slides in particular). Google Classroom code: TBA
Vocabulary is assigned regularly.
10 - 15 words, accompanying activities, and a QUIZ
Daily Journal.
Students will complete the question/topic of the day on a daily basis.
The question and answer selections must be copied down (This will count as a weekly classwork grade.).
Expectations or C.P.R
Students must arrive to class on time.
Failure to do so will result in a loss of classwork points and disciplinary repercussions.
Students must be seated in their assigned seats when the bell rings and be prepared to learn.
Students will not invade one another’s personal space (Don’t touch each other, please.).
No foul language or racial epithets.
Students are expected to be open-minded and tolerant.
Respect one another and the teacher.
No hoods are to be worn (in compliance with school policy).
Electronics Policy
All electronic devices must be PUT AWAY and OUT OF SIGHT unless the teacher says otherwise..
Failure to do so is insubordination and loss of participation points. Parents should inform the school if there's anything pressing that their student may be expecting a call/text
Additional Online Expectations
Presentation
Dress appropriately
Be in camera view
Keep camera a natural distance from your face
NO eating (even if muted)
Be On Time
Plan ahead
Log on a few minutes before the start of a meeting
Don’t be late and cause distraction
Environment
Be aware of your surroundings
Find a quiet place
Make sure no personal information is in view
Use good lighting
Respect
Mute yourself when someone else is speaking
Raise your hand or type questions in the chat
Don’t monopolize the meeting
Be kind
Responsibility
Use a charged device
Turn on the camera
Use headphones if you have them
Participation
Be attentive
Be focused
Engage and actively participate with meaningful contributions
Ask questions if necessary
Don’t just silently observe
Communication
Be your own advocate.
If you have an issue with an assignment, need additional help, or are worried about a deadline, please come and see me after class or during one of my free periods.
Email is the most efficient way to reach me:
wboyer@gehrhsd.net (room 115)
609-625-0657 Ext: 2622/5434
Signature:__________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature:____________________________
Phone: 609-625-0657 ext 2622/5434
Email: wboyer@gehrhsd.net
Degrees and Certifications:
BA in Literature
Teacher of English
Teacher of Special Education