INSTRUCTOR: DEANNA THIES
DOUG HENKE
BTEC AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION
2010-2011
PLEASE KEEP THIS IN YOUR NOTEBOOK!
Upon entering your Agricultural Education class, there are things expected of you and policies that are to be
followed.
1.
Grading Scale
97 - 100
92 - 96
89 - 91
85 - 88
82 - 84
78 - 81
74 - 77
70 - 73
66 - 69
63 - 65
60 - 62
Below 60%
Is considered
failing.
2.
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD+
D
DF
A--Distinctly Superior
B--Very Commendable
C--Average
D--Passing, in need of improvement
F--Failing
70% of quarter grade will based on classroom and lab work and related activities and 30% on daily grade.
70%- Classroom and Lab Work
1.
2.
3.
Written tests
Notebooks
Quizzes
4.
5.
Records
Homework Assignments
6.
Lab Required Work
7.
Elective Work in Lab
SAE visits 100 points per semester (1 visit should be with parents)
Lab practicals
Lab assignments
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9.
10.
30% - Daily Grade
1.
2.
3.
4.
Attendance
Tardies
Class Participation
Class Activities
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3.
There is a ten point daily grade, tardies 5 points maximum. Absent 0 points. Students should
have their notebook, paper and pencil each day. Class participation and class activities have a big
influenced on the daily grade earned. If you are gone for an excused absence, you have the chance
to make up your points by completing time before or after school working on agricultural related
items with supervision of the instructor and at the instructors’ convenience. If it is an unexcused
absence, ISS, or OSS, you are not allowed to make up your daily points.
4.
We sit in chairs not on the tables, if you lean back in your chair, you will be asked to stand or
given a special seat.
5.
Each student will maintain a record book that will be graded the first Friday of every month.
6.
Each student should have a notebook.
a. Notebook will be graded periodically announced and unannounced.
b. All notes, tests, worksheets, handouts are kept in the notebook.
c. Notebooks will be needed for class; however, you may take your notebook home anytime to
review or makeup written assignments.
d. Each section should have a unit divider and all work for that section, needs to follow the unit
divider.
e. Material conducted at the beginning of the school year should be in the front of your book with
other information to follow it.
6.
FFA
a.
b.
c.
d.
FFA involvement is required for above Ag Science I.
FFA Participation Chart (Up to 75 points bonus/semester based upon your participation
points).
FFA dues $15.00.
FFA jackets cost $60. Jackets, scarf/tie, and other FFA merchandise should be paid for
before ordering. Make checks payable to BTEC.
7.
Announcements of activities on the FFA Bulletin board.
8.
Makeup work is YOUR responsibility.
9.
Students will be informed of their progress periodically.
10.
Technical Skill Attainment (TSA)-All Junior & Senior students, for federal technical school funding, will
be required to test in a TSA. Students will be required to attend, as directed by instructors, career
development event practice contests which are technical skill attainment sites. TSAs are based upon
classroom material and include test and hands-on portions. Students will be given prior notice of TSA
testing dates. NOT OPTIONAL-REQUIRED BY FEDERAL LAW!
11.
Get involved in Agricultural Education and FFA! Your leadership development through the FFA will be
very valuable to you.
12.
Any student with a B average in Ag. Ed. Classes may receive up to 15 hour credit at State Fair Community
College in an Agriculture Major. You must be enrolled for a full semester after graduation from High
School. Moberly Junior College will accept credit from BTEC by permitting you to test out of specific
classes.
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13. Information regarding specific classes, the Ag Ed program, and the Boonville FFA can be found on
www.mycaert.com or on the FFA website: http://www.btec.boonville.k12.mo.us/FFA/FFA.HTM . My
Caert will be used for electronic tests, quizzes, and worksheets.
STUDENT INSURANCE: All technical education center students should be sure they are covered by medical
insurance.
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BOONSLICK TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER
VOCATIONAL AGRICULTURE
INFORMATION SHEET
(25 pts)
PRINT INFORMATION AND FILL OUT ALL APPLICABLE INFORMATION
Name:
Age:
Mailing Address:
Parent’s or Guardian’s Name(s):
Home and Your Cell Phone Number:
Description of current SAE or potential SAE:
Post-graduation goals:
List of classes this year:
1st hour2nd hour3rd hour4th hour5th hour6th hour7th hour-
Year in school:
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List of activities that you participated in FFA:
List other activities that you are involved in at school:
List other activities you are involved in outside of school:
What are some goals you have in FFA:
Why did you enroll in Vocational Agriculture class:
List some FFA activities that you would like to be apart of this year:
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVE (circle which category best describes your plans after graduation):
*Ag. Production
*Ag. Supplies (Processing, Marketing, Services)
*Ag. Mechanization (Operation, Sales, Service, Inspection)
*Ag. Products (Processing, Marketing, Service)
*Agriculture Resources *Forestry
*Ornamental Horticulture
*Other (Vet, Engineer, Military, etc.)
Health Concerns?
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BOONVILLE AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT
Classroom Management Plan
I.
Attendance (Student Handbook pg. 9-11)
a.
Attendance will be taken at the beginning of every class period.
b.
School policy designates 9 days of absence each semester as the maximum allowed under normal
circumstances.
II.
Tardies (Student Handbook pg. 11-12)
a.
A tardy is defined as any absence of a student in his or her seat after the bell has began to ring.
b.
During a quarter, students will be assigned to detention on the third tardy and all succeeding tardies
to class.
c.
During a semester, each three unexcused tardies to a class will equal one absence to that class and
will be counted as such on the attendance policy.
d.
Students whom are tardy will not be allowed in class without a note from another instructor of the
office.
III.
Discipline
a.
In case of misconduct the first time you will be warned to stop.
b.
The second time you will receive a disciplinary referral.
IV.
Department Rules
a.
Teacher dismisses class, not bells. Students are to remain in their seats until instructor dismisses
them.
b.
No food or drink in the classroom.
c.
No tobacco possession or use at any time. (Handbook pg 16)
d.
No hats in the classroom.
e.
No talking while the instructor is talking or during supervised study.
f.
No inappropriate language at any time.
g.
Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. (Handbook pg. 3)
h.
No inappropriate usage of computers. Internet and e-mail are included. (Handbook pg. 22)
V.
Other Expectations
a.
Be in your seat with all the required materials when the tardy bell rings.
b.
Tell the instructor when you are going to miss class and get your work at this time.
Student Name:
Date:
I have been provided with a copy of the Agriculture Departments expectations in the classroom and in the
lab. My instructor has provided me with the course syllabus and course work responsibilities.
I understand what is expected of me and course work I must complete through out the year.
Student Signature
Date
Parent Signature
Date
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Note to Parents
(25 pts)
Students enrolled in agriculture education classes have opportunities that students in regular education classes do
not. Due to this, students in agriculture education class must understand that there are rules that must be followed
to ensure their success in such classes. This letter highlights some rules that we want parents and their children to
talk about. If there are any questions or comments then feel free to contact the instructors or the schools
administration.
Shop Conduct- Students agriculture classes may be introduced to the shop at some point. Students must score a
100% on a series of tests before they are allowed into the shop. Since we work with flammable materials students
need clothing that will protect them from burns. Item such as long pants, leather boots, long sleeved shirts, caps,
and proper safety equipment must be worn. Also students must follow all rules in the shop. Failure to do so will
reflect in grading or punishment. Student projects vary from mandatory projects to student’s choice. Projects must
be approved by the instructor and out of the shop during Christmas break and summer break.
Greenhouse- Lab activities in certain classes will use the greenhouse as a learning tool. The greenhouse uses some
chemicals. Proper dress is a must. Shoes and proper safety equipment must be used.
Laboratory- Occasionally there are “lab activities” in agriculture class. These activities range from making floral
arrangements to working cattle at local farm. Students must follow rules that will be explained before each activity.
Failure to listen and follow the rules will result in low grade or loss of activity.
Guest Speakers and Field Trips- From time to time the agriculture department will leave school to attend a
workshop or someone will speak to the students on agriculture topics. Students are expected to show respect to
these people and listen to the presentations. Failure to do this could result in not getting invited back and bad
representation of the school.
FFA- Students enrolled in high school agriculture classes are encouraged to join FFA. FFA dues are $10 and are
used to provide club activities and expenses for the students. Most FFA activities occur outside of school time.
Instructors will provide transportation and in some cases departure is during class time. Your help in encouraging
your child to attend FFA activities allow for a successful program and introduces students to experiences that they
cannot get in the classroom. Transportation home after activities is the responsibility of the child and parents or
guardians.
Please discuss the above points with your student(s). These items were discussed in class and need to be reinforced
by parents. This document only highlights the major points of agriculture education activities. Please sign on the
spaces below. Your signature indicates family support needed for a successful program. The instructors are
concerned about the safety and success of students. We will do our best to prevent accidents and ensure academic
success. Academic success only results when students understand the expectations for the class, and parents
support the program guidelines.
Thank you,
Doug Henke
Deanna Thies
Boonville FFA Advisors
Parent or Guardian
Student
Date
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STUDENT SAFETY PLEDGE FORM
, who is enrolled in the Agriculture Program
at the Boonslick Technical education Center, will as part of his/her learning experiences, be required to
operate powered and non-powered shop equipment.
It is understood that at no time will a student be allowed to operate any equipment without
instructions in its proper safe use given by the instructor. Each student must then assume complete and
total responsibility for the safe operation of the equipment. To this end we ask each student to subscribe
to the following pledge.
1.
I PROMISE TO NEVER USE EQUIPMENT WITHOUT A PROPERLY SIGNED AND
EXECUTED SAFETY TEST FOR THAT EQUIPMENT IN MY POSSESSION.
2.
I PROMISE TO FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTION, AND TO USE PRUDENCE AND
CAUTION AT ALL TIMES WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT.
3.
I PROMISE TO FOLLOW GENERAL LAB SAFETY PRACTICES AT ALL TIMES
WHILE IN THE LAB.
4.
I WILL REPORT ANY UNSAFE CONDITIONS OR PRACTICES TO THE
INSTRUCTOR IMMEDIATELY.
5.
I WILL REPORT ALL ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES IMMEDIATELY TO THE
INSTRUCTOR.
STUDENT
DATE
Signature
I am aware of the fact that my son/daughter will be operating equipment as part of the course in
Agriculture, and am willing to witness his/her signature on the pledge.
I also understand that the school recommends, but does not require. That I provide accident
insurance for my child. I have chosen:
to have my child covered by my own personal insurance.
to have my child covered by school insurance.
not to provide insurance coverage for my child.
PARENT
DATE
Signature
Parents may visit out lab to observe at any time during school hours.
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