My name is Jonathan Carmona, and I will be your son/daughter’s Professional Communications teacher this school year at Howell Middle School. I am thrilled to get to know your son/daughter throughout this school year. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me at (361) 578-1561 or jonathan.carmona@visd.net.

Course Description: 

Students enrolled in this course will be expected to identify, analyze, develop, and evaluate communication skills needed for professional and social success in interpersonal situations, group interactions, and personal and professional presentations.

Grading Procedures:

• Daily Grades/Quizzes: 50%

• Tests: 40%

• Final Exam: 15% of overall semester grade

Semester at a Glance:

First 9 Weeks:

• Unit 1: Communication for a Digital Society

• Unit 3: Writing Professional Communications

Second 9 Weeks:

• Unit 4: Speaking & Presenting

• Unit 5: Listening & Reading

• Unit 6: Career Success