Creative Writing Disclosure Document

Mrs. Cabrales, room B108

Email: tcabrales@alpinedistrict.org
Website: mrscabrales.weebly.com
Course Description
In this class we will explore the basic elements of what creativity is.
We will jump into fiction writing, which includes flash fiction,
suspense/mystery, childrens stories, and narrative. We will
explore many different aspects of writing as we analyze great
writers and their works. We will write each day for fun and for
improvement. In this class we will push ourselves outside of our
comfort zones in the hopes of bettering ourselves as writers.

Materials Needed EVERY DAY

A composition notebook (not spiral bound)
Pen or pencil
Loose leaf paper (can be in a spiral bound notebook)
A binder or folder to keep materials organized

Class Rules
1. Be kind to your peers, to the teacher, and to yourself
2. Be responsible for your own learning
3. Be prepared, on-time, and on-task
4. Do your best and work hard

Consequences:
1. Warning
2. In-class intervention
3. Call home/email
4. Administrative intervention

What are we WRITING in class?

Flash Fiction
Fracture Fairy Tale Childrens Story
Scary Story Podcast
Smaller Writing pieces
Genius Project

Will we do anything OUTSIDE of writing?

Yes!
We will study and analyze literature
Read multiple works from great writers
Engage in group work and class discussions

Late Work Policy

You are expected to finish and turn in work on time. Major assignments will receive a 10% late deduction after its due unless a
Late Form is filled out.
Absent
You are responsible for collecting any missing work that you missed while you were absent. Any assignment or worksheet you
missed during your absence will be due two class periods after your return. Try to gather work before a planned absence and
take care of things through the attendance office before you leave.
Grade Breakdown
Grades are based on a point-system. There will be multiple assignments leading up to
the end of
the term. Some of those include journal checks, reading checks, in-class

assignments,
and end of unit portfolio projects.

Extra Credit

Extra credit opportunities will be given throughout

not intended to replace any assigned work.

the term. These opportunities are

Percentages:
A 94-100%
B+ 87-89%
B- 80-83%
C 74-76%
D+ 67-69%
D- 60-63%

A- 90-93%
B 84-86%
C+ 77-79%
C- 70-73%
D 64-66%
F 0-59%

The school attendance policy will be followed, as well as all other school and district policies.
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Guardian and student, please sign the disclosure document below and return to Mrs. Cabrales room (B108).
Name of Student________________________________________ Signature__________________________________________
Name of Guardian_______________________________________ Signature_________________________________________