General Housekeeping: Forms
Architectural Design Practicum
Lesson Plan
Performance Objective
Upon completion of this lesson, each student will demonstrate characteristics necessary to be a
successful student in the Architectural Design Practicum program.
Specific Objectives
• Students will identify the critical rules of program operation.
• Students will explain the procedures for reporting an absence from school/work.
• Students will learn the policies and procedures of the Architectural Design Practicum program.
• Students will obtain the necessary signatures on required forms.
This lesson should take five class days to complete.
Preparation
TEKS Correlations
This lesson, as published, correlates to the TEKS listed immediately below. Any changes/alterations to
the activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
(7) The student follows appropriate codes, laws, standards, or regulations. The student is expected to:
(A) identify areas where codes, laws, standards, or regulations may be required;
(C) follow the appropriate codes, laws, standards, or regulations.
(8) The student demonstrates the ability to solve problems, think critically, and make decisions. The
student is expected to:
(C) apply decision-making techniques
(9) The student applies communication, mathematics, and science knowledge and skills to job-related
activities. The student is expected to:
(A) use written, verbal, and visual communication techniques consistent with industry standards;
Reading I, II, III
110.47(b) Knowledge and skills.
(1)(A) Apply knowledge of letter-sound correspondences, language structure, and context to recognize words;
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(1)(B) Use reference guides such as dictionaries, glossaries, and available technology to
determine pronunciations of unfamiliar words;
(2)(A) Expand vocabulary by reading, viewing, listening, and discussing;
(2)(B) Determine word meanings through the study of their relationships to other words and
concepts such as content, synonyms, antonyms, and analogies;
(4(A) Use prior knowledge and experience to comprehend;
(4)(B) Determine and adjust purpose for reading; and
(4)(D) Summarize texts by identifying main ideas and relevant details.
Public Speaking I, II, III
110.57 (b) Knowledge and skills.
(4) (B) Organize speeches effectively for specific topics, purposes, audiences, and occasions; and
(7) (C) Develop verbal, vocal, and physical skills to enhance presentations.
Tasks
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Students will secure signatures on all forms, as specified by the teacher.
Students will return all paperwork in a timely manner.
Accommodations for Learning Differences
It is important that lessons accommodate the needs of every learner. These lessons may be modified to
accommodate your students with learning differences by referring to the files found on the Special
Populations page of this website (cte.unt.edu).
Preparation
• If possible, display each form on projector screen
• Copy the handout sheets and rubric for the students
• Have materials ready prior to the start of the lesson.
• SUGGESTION: make folder packets for each student ahead of time. Have students write their
names on the folder; the folder becomes part of the year’s permanent record files for that school
year.
Instructional Aids
• Student handouts
Materials Needed
• Copies of all forms
Equipment Needed
• Teacher computer
• Projector (for digital presentation)
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Introduction
Learner Preparation
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Ask students why rules are necessary
Ask why daily attendance is important
Explain that is an honor to be accepted into this program and that all students must maintain
high expectations to remain in the class.
Lesson Introduction
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Explain each form in detail and check for understanding.
Tell the class that all forms must be returned with appropriate signatures by the end of the
first week of class.
Obviously, if a student has not secured employment by the first day of school, that student
will not be able to fill out the Training Plan form; however, make sure they fill in everything
except the employment information. (They will need to do this once they are employed.)
Outline
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Outline
The following forms are included in the students’
packets:
Training Plan Form
• Used by the teacher to complete a
student’s training plan
• Can also be used by the teacher when
visiting training stations, if kept in a
Visitation binder
Student Responsibilities
• Rules of the program should be strictly
adhered to in order to avoid problems.
• Key rule: if a student is absent from school,
that student is not to report to work.
• Key rule: a student may not quit a job
without the teacher’s permission, or is in
jeopardy of failing the class for the grading
period.
• Key rule: theft is grounds for immediate
removal from the program.
Syllabus
• Details what the students will learn
• Grading policy
Classroom Rules
Instructor Notes
Copy the instructions and grading
rubric and make into a packet.
Tell the class about some of the
things you learned at previous jobs.
Explain how those skills helped you
to become a teacher.
Explain the necessity of learning as
much as possible about a job
because some of the skills learned
will help with future employment.
Explain to the class that customers
see a business much differently
than the employees see it.
Ask the class if they ever wanted to
work at a place where they
shopped. Have them give reasons
why they wanted to work there.
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• Strongly recommended for every teacher
• Personalize to your methods
Unemployed Student Policy
Dependability Grade
Summary Verification Signatures Form
• Ensures the parent received all the
paperwork
Wage and Hour Report
• This is an auditable document and all
students must keep an accurate record of
the hours worked. Keep these in the
permanent record files.
• There are several samples included
“Mobile Me” Activity:
Students will create a mobile about
themselves and share it with the class.
Assign this on the first or second day of
class (due by the end of the first week).
Go over all the criteria in the
assignment and check for
understanding.
Teacher will hand out the
instructions and go over them for
this assignment. If possible, it
would be helpful if the teacher
made one to show as an example.
Hang all of the mobiles in the
classroom for the first few weeks of
school.
Multiple Intelligences Guide
Existentialist
Interpersonal
Intrapersonal
Kinesthetic/
Bodily
Logical/
Mathematical
Musical/
Rhythmic
Naturalist
Verbal/Linguistic
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Application
Guided Practice
• The teacher will go over each form individually and thoroughly. It is extremely important that all
students understand what is required of them in order to be in the program.
• Set a deadline (usually the end of the first week of school) for all forms to be returned with
signatures.
• Keep in mind that during the first few days of classes, students will leave or enter your program.
You will need to keep up with all paperwork and will need to see that the new students receive
all documents.
Summary
Review
• Why is it important to follow all rules of the program?
• Why do students have to secure permission before they quit their job?
• What happens to a student who is fired from his/her job?
• What is the policy on theft?
Informal Assessment
• Incentive for turning in all forms before the deadline.
Formal Assessment
• Daily grade or test grade on the deadline
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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN PRACTICUM SYLLABUS
Welcome to the dynamic world of Architectural Design! You have been selected from many
applicants to experience a fun and rewarding year. It is my intent for you to learn a great deal about the
world of work as you learn about yourself.
This course consists of the following topics:
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Housekeeping
Training Station
History of Architectural Design
Leadership
Management and Interpersonal Skills
Professional Communication
Going Global
Math
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O*NET
Scholarships
Technology
Codes, Laws, Standards
Tiny Houses
Research, Design & Development
Portfolio
As you can see, we will cover a lot of ground this year. Please take this suggestion seriously: READ THE
TEXTBOOK! There will be a lot of information given and discussed in class that is not in the text;
however, you are still accountable for reading assigned chapters. Students entered in Architectural
Design competition are more successful due to reading the material in the text.
GRADING
Your grade will consist of the following: weekly work reports, dependability grades (see Dependability
sheet), individual and group assignments, daily work, tests, and your employer evaluation.
YOUTH ORGANIZATION: (INSERT YOUR PROGRAM HERE)
All co-op students are expected to join (INSERT YOUR YOUTH ORGANIZATION HERE) and to
participate in competitive events. Dues are $______ for the school year.
_____________________________
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Parent’s Signature
Student’s Signature
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Student Responsibilities in Cooperative Training Program
Type Your School District Name Here
Career and Technical Education Department
In order to establish and maintain a responsible, high quality type of Cooperative Training Program for (insert name
of school or school district), it is essential that the student, the parents, the training sponsor, the coordinator, and school
administrators agree to these basic principles:
1.
It is the responsibility of the coordinator to provide appropriate interview opportunities for student job placement.
The coordinator must grant final approval of all job placements.
2.
It is the responsibility of the student to remain at the same training station throughout the training period. A change
may be made only when approved by the coordinator.
3.
A student will be removed from the Cooperative Training Program and lose state credits for any of the following
reasons:
a.
If the student is dismissed from the training station and the coordinator determines that the dismissal was
for sufficient reasons. Example: theft or un-ethical conduct.
b.
The second time a student has been fired and/or quits without the permission of the coordinator, he/she is
released from the program without credit.
c.
If a student’s attendance drops below 90%, the student may be removed from the Cooperative Education
Program. Removal from the class would result in loss of credit for the term.
4.
The student is under school supervision at school, and during the work schedule at the training station. School
credit is given for four hours spent on the job, as well as in the classroom. The student must work a minimum of 15
hours a week, 10 of which must be Monday through Friday.
5.
If the student is to be absent from school on any particular day for any reason, the student is required to notify the
teacher-coordinator no later than 12:00 (noon) on the day of the absence. He/she may not report to the training
station without having first received permission from the coordinator. Failure to observe this rule will result in
unexcused absences in all classes missed.
A student who is fired or quits a job shall receive a nine weeks grade of no higher than 60 for the grading period
during which he/she was fired. The student is expected to find his/her own employment within five days. Grades
will be reduced from the sixth day forward.
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Students enrolled in Cooperative Education are expected to belong to the youth organization, as activities are
related.
It is with the above understanding that we enter into this agreement to provide the best training for the individual student.
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Parent or Guardian’s Signature
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Student’s Signature
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Coordinator’s Signature
______________________________
Principal’s Signature
*** If you wish to communicate via e-mail, please list your e-mail address below:
_________________________________________________________________
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Classroom Rules
1. You must be in class and on time; failure to do so may result in an after class detention on the day
you are late! Class is from INSERT TIME to INSERT TIME.
2. Bring your materials to class and be ready to work on assignments. ALWAYS BRING YOUR
TEXTBOOK.
3. Sleeping is NOT allowed in class. We will cut your work hours if you are too tired.
4. No work from other classes is to be done in our class. You are earning credit for this course, so you
must devote your attention to our subject material.
5. Do not comb hair, put on makeup, paint fingernails, etc. You don’t have to impress us—we like you
as you are.
6. Treat all guest speakers with respect. Treat all substitutes as respectfully as you treat me.
7. RESPECT each other at ALL TIMES. Refrain from talking to your neighbors when someone else has
the floor.
8. NO FOOD OR DRINKS ARE ALLOWED IN OUR CLASS.
9. You are responsible for your conduct in your other classes. If you are a behavior problem in another
class, it will be brought to my attention. You will be subject to removal from the co-op program due
to behavioral problems.
10. Park in the designated parking lot only. DO NOT park in the front of school or in the teachers’ lot.
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Parent or Guardian’s Signature
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Student’s Signature
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Dependability Grade
An important characteristic of a good employee is dependability. It is vital that the student realize the
importance of being dependable on the job and in the classroom. To reinforce this, a “DEPENDABILITY
GRADE” has been created. It is treated as a MAJOR TEST GRADE and is averaged in with the other major
test scores.
When a student is absent from school for ANY REASON, he/she must telephone his/her Practicum (coop) teacher before NOON that day. If the teacher’s phone rings to voice mail, the student should leave
the following information:
Name, date, time, reason for absence, and phone number
It is the student’s responsibility to phone his/her employer to report the absence in a timely manner
from work. Practicum students are also required to sign in each day on the Practicum Dependability
Log, located in the classroom.
Failure to phone the teacher in the event of an absence or to sign in when present will result in points
being deducted from the “Dependability Grade” in the following manner:
ABSENT
CALLED IN
FAILED TO CALL OR SIGN IN
1 DAY
97%
87%
2 DAYS
93%
78%
3 DAYS***
90%
65%
4 DAYS
87%
37%
5 DAYS
83%
0
0 DAYS = 100%
***If you are absent 3 or more continuous days, and you have a doctor’s note, you will be exempt
from this system for the period of time in which you were absent.
As you can see, it is critical that you become a dependable, responsible, young adult!
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Parent or Guardian’s Signature
______________________________
Student’s Signature
Practicum Teacher’s Phone Number: (xxx) xxx-xxxx
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Policies Governing Unemployed Students
1. If a student is released from a job because he/she has been found guilty of theft/unethical conduct,
the student is released from the program with no credit.
2. Students fired from jobs for reasons other than theft/unethical conduct, even though they go to work
at another job, may receive a NINE-WEEKS / SIX WEEKS (Circle one) grade of no higher than 60 for the
grading period during which they were fired.
3. Students fired from jobs are expected to find their own employment within five school days. Grades
will be reduced from the sixth day forward.
4. Students who are laid off will have ten days to find a job and the coordinator will assist them in
finding a job. Grades will be reduced from the eleventh day forward.
5. If a student quits a job without permission from the coordinator, he/she will receive a NINE-WEEKS /
SIX WEEKS (Circle one) grade of no higher than 60 for the grading period during which he/she quit the
job.
6. The second time a student has been fired and/or quits without permission from the coordinator,
he/she will be released from the program with loss of credit.
I understand that any time the Practicum student is not employed in an APPROVED training station;
he/she must be under the supervision of the Practicum instructor from the end of the class period
through the end of the school day, until a new training station is secured. The student may be exempt
from this restriction if he/she has a scheduled appointment for a job interview. (Documented proof of
interview is required.)
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Parent/Guardian Signature
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Student’s Signature
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Summary Signature Verification Form
I have reviewed the following forms:
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Architectural Design Practicum (Co-op) Syllabus
Student Responsibilities in Cooperative Training Program
Classroom Rules
Dependability Grade
Policies Governing Unemployed Students
My signature acknowledges I have read all documents listed above and agree to abide by the stated
policies.
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Parent or Guardian’s Signature
__________________________
Student’s Signature
Please return this form to the teacher.
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Cell Phone Number Exchange Permission Form
Due to the fact that students may be driving to the Internship site and will be coming from different
schools, it may be necessary for them to have access to their teacher’s cell phone number to call
regarding emergencies and/or class. Likewise, it may be necessary for the teacher to contact the
student for various reasons regarding the internship.
Please sign below if you give permission for your child and the internship teacher to exchange cell phone
numbers.
If you have any questions, please email me at Insert your email address.
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Parent/Guardian Signature
Date
____________________________________ ____________________
Student Signature
Date
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Name/ID#
Wage and Hour Report
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Hourly Wage $
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Training Station
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Total Hours for 3 Weeks
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Student Signature
WEEK
9/25-9/29
TOTAL
HOURS
MONDAY
CLASSES
MISSED
REASON FOR
ABSENCE
1 2 3
TUESDAY
1 2 3
WEDNESDAY
1 2 3
THURSDAY
1 2 3
FRIDAY
1 2 3
SATURDAY
1 2 3
SUNDAY
1 2 3
TOTAL HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY
TOTAL HOURS FOR WEEK
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Mobile Me
Objective: Students will introduce themselves to the class by creating a mobile that reflects the
individual’s interests and personality.
Materials Needed:
• Coat hanger
• String, ribbon or yarn
• A one-hole punch
• Family Pictures
• Pictures and words cut out from magazines
Directions:
Make a mobile that depicts who you are and be prepared to share it with the class. You must include a
minimum of three pictures of yourself (or family) and at least six of the following items:
Achievements
Car you drive
Pets
Sports
Favorite nursery rhyme
Pet peeve
Favorite food
Favorite color
Favorite music
Quotation
The last book you read
Etc. (Your Choice)
Have fun with this project! We will hang them in the classroom after everyone presents to the class.
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