Welcome to  Hannibal High School Home of the Pirates Cathy Williams English 11CP/AC & Drama

About the Teacher

I am married to Jim Williams; he owns and operates his own business.  I have a beautiful 21 year old daughter, Lauren. She is a junior in college, studying nursing this fall.  My family moved several times throughout my childhood years, so I lived in several states. I spent most of my childhood in Texas - that's why every now and then, a southern word spills out!                                                                                                                                                                                                      
 I went to Southern Illinois University.  I  received my Masters from Lindenwood University. I taught several years in Illinois before I moved to Hannibal. I've taught at HHS for fifteen years, so I'm an oldie but a goodie!  

I love being outdoors. I'm really into nature, and I don't understand indoor people!  Most of my creative ideas result from time spent out on my deck

I also love football, especially the Kansas City Chiefs!

My other "loves"are my two cats and my yellow lab, Lucy.

If you need to email me, here's the address:

E-mail address
cwilliams@hannibal.k12.mo.us
 
 
 

Schedule:

Second Block - English 11/AC	Fourth block:  Drama I	Eighth Block - Study Team (1012)
Third block: English 11/CP	Fifth Block  - English 11/CP	Seventh Block - English 11/AC

Tutoring Times

I participate in the Academic Tutoring Program, which meets after school Monday-Thursday 2:45-4:00.
I am available for tutoring most mornings (I'm usually at school by 7:00 a.m.) and most afternoons; I just ask that the student arrange the date ahead of time.

Course Description:

English 11/CP- This class follows the development of American literature from the Puritan period to modern times. We also write a lot!  We start with the basic essay and branch off into other forms of writing.  We study grammar - even diagramming!  It is a weighted class and requires serious study.

English 11/AC - This class is designed for the vocational/trade student.  We study all forms of communications: speaking, reading, writing, and listening.  We do formal and informal papers also.  We study grammar, especially as it applies to everyday communications.

Drama I - We study the history of theatre, stage directions, set construction, lighting, make up, etc.  This class is 50% book work: reading, taking notes, quizzes and tests, and 50% acting activities/games. Only students truly interested in theatre should consider this class. To take Drama II, a student must have 80% and my recommendation.

Drama II -V -  This is an acting/performance class.  We present a Spring play, usually the first week in May.  All students are required to participate in our production.  We have presented: Help! I'm Trapped in High School, Alice in Wonderland, The Miracle Worker, and Stand and Deliver.

Grading Scale:

CP:
100-94 = A
93-86   = B
85-80   =WC
79-73   = C
72-65   = D
64- 0    =F

A/C; Drama I & II -V

100-94 =A
 93-86  =B
85-73   =C
72-65   =D
64-0     =F

Policies and Procedures:

I do not accept late work.

I do allow food or drink in my room. When it is hot, I do allow bottled water.

I ask that book bags be left in the locker or stored under the desk.

Agenda: Each week's schedule is written on my white board.  Students are free to check it any time!