Mr. William Boyer

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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:



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Contact

Phone: 609-625-0657 ext 2622/5434

Email: wboyer@gehrhsd.net

Degrees and Certifications:

BA in Literature
Teacher of English
Teacher of Special Education