OAK RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL
HEALTH SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY
2012-2013
Instructor:
Dr. Randall J. Halbert
Chiropractic Physician
E-mail:
RHalbert@conroeisd.net
Phone:
832.592.5300
Conference:
7:16 AM – 8:46 AM (odd)
1:05 PM – 2:35 PM (even)
Courses:
Medical Terminology- This course is designed to introduce students to the structure of
medical terms, including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, and singular
and plural forms, plus medical abbreviations and acronyms. The course allows students
to achieve comprehension of medical vocabulary appropriate to medical procedures,
human anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology.
General Requirements: This course is recommended for students in Grades 9-12.
Text: Introduction to Medical Terminology, Ehrlich & Schroeder; Delmar Learning; 2004
Principles of Health Science- The Principles of Health Science provides an overview of
the therapeutic, diagnostic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology
research and development systems of the health care industry.
General Requirements: This course is recommended for students in Grades 9-11.
Text: Diversified Health Occupations, Simmers; Delmar Learning; 2004
Health Science- The Health Science course is designed to provide for the development of
advanced knowledge and skills related to a wide variety of health careers. Students will
have hands-on experiences for continued knowledge and skill development. The course
may be taught by different methodologies such as clinical rotation and career
preparation learning.
Recommended prerequisites: Principles of Health Science and Biology
Grading:
70% Major (Exams/Tests/Projects/Papers)
20% Daily (quizzes/Labs/In-Class Assignments)
10% Minor (In-class Assignments/Class Participation)
Late Policy:
As per district/campus policy. If a student misses any assignments, tests,
etc., IT IS THE STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE SURE THE
ASSIGNMENT/TEST/ETC IS MADE UP.
Materials Needed:
Pen/Pencil
Paper/Spiral
Notebook
3 x 5 Note Cards
YOUR BRAIN!!!!
Classroom Guidelines:
1. Be in your seat and working on the assigned bell ringer activity when the tardy
bell rings.
2. Bring all books/materials to class AND take them with you when you leave.
3. Follow directions the first time they are given.
4. Treat each person in this room with respect and dignity.
5. Follow ALL procedures and policies as outlined in the ORHS and CISD handbooks.
6. Dress appropriately for field trips, shadowing etc.
7. NO WHINING!!!!
Classroom Procedures:
1. When entering the room; please enter quietly and have a seat, prepare for class
and get started on bell ringer.
2. If you are tardy; enter quietly and take your seat and take out your materials.
3. When turning in assignments, pass them forward and then to the right.
4. Paper heading-make sure you legibly write your name, name of class and period
number.
5. What do I do next activities- work on unfinished assignments; read a book; work
on weekly current event, review vocabulary words, etc.
6. During classroom discussions please participate. I want to hear what you have to
say. Make all questions and comments relevant to the current discussion. One
person speaks at a time.
7. Ask permission to move around the room. Do not ask during classroom
discussion unless it’s an emergency.
8. Restroom breaks are to be taken between classes, however if you need to use
the restroom, raise your hand and ask to go.
9. The teacher dismisses you, NOT the bell. Wait until the teacher finishes and
officially dismisses you.
10. Failure to follow guidelines/procedures will result in: 1st-Warning and
documentation 2nd-Action plan, parental contact and/or after school detention
3rd-Disciplinary referral
11. REMEMBER…I truly believe in your potential and I want YOU to believe in you
too! Have an awesome year!
“Failure to prepare is preparing to fail”……John Wooden
CONROE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Public Notification of Nondiscrimination in
Career and Technical Education Programs
Conroe ISD offers Career and Technical Education programs in health science technology, cosmetology, agrisciences, building trades,
auto mechanics, computer technology, computer repair, marketing, business, criminal justice and family & consumer science.
Admission to these programs is based on interest in subject, required prerequisites, and teacher referral.
It is the policy of Conroe ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its vocational
programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
It is the policy of Conroe ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment
practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age
Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
Conroe ISD will take steps to assure the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all
educational and vocational programs.
For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Carrie Galatas and/or the Section 504
Coordinator, Mary K. Albright. Conroe Independent School District; 3205 W Davis; Conroe, TX 77304; Ph: 936-709-7751 / 832-4826751