English is one of the most complex and complicated  languages on the planet.  Fortunately for most of us, we have been students of English since birth.  We use it every single day in the form of spoken word, written sentence, e-mail, text message, and so on.  It has many variations - Old English, modern English, slang, regional dialects, adages, colloquialisms, and more - that only add to its complexity.  In what other language can a word spelled exactly the same (for example, tear) be pronounced differently and have totally different meanings? 

In my opinion, in order to achieve success at a high level you must first be willing to learn with the same kind of vigor and gusto.  As your teacher, I will provide a positive classroom environment, numerous opportunities for individual and group work, and an abundance of thought-provoking activities to help you open the door.  In exchange I ask each student bring his or her own personal best effort to class each and every single day.  Working together, we can and will move you towards a brighter future.