Applied Biology/Horticulture: Mr. Michael A. Machowek, Applied Biology-Horticulture, FFA Advisor, , or 538-2039 (CTE Secretary, Mona Dilley)
Help Sessions: Daily. Communicate with me!
Credit: This class meets graduation requirements for either Career and Technical Education (CTE) Lab science or occupational credit, but not both.
Tech Prep: N/A
Course Description: This is NOT an End of Course Biology preparatory class. This class is an introduction into horticulture and horticultural practices. Thru a variety of hands-on activities/labs/projects the student will explore common horticultural practices in landscape design, fall gardening/bulbs, greenhouse mgt., marketing/sales, hydroponics, soils, flowerbed maintenance, integrated pest mgt., environmentally friendly practices, plant identification, plant anatomy/biology, genetics, safety, biotechnology and more. The student will gain valuable critical thinking skills such as problem solving, data analysis/interpretation and leadership skills such as teamwork, written, and oral communications, responsibility, and the importance of work. Because it is a CTE class there will be an emphasis on Leadership and Employability skills.
Initials: Parent: ______& Student: ______
Grading and Grade Scale: Grades are weighted by category (see below).
93-100 = A 90-92.9 = A- 87-89.9 = B+ 83-86.9 = B 80-82.9 = B- 77-79.9 = C+
73-76.9 = C 70-72.9 = C- 65-69.9 = D <65 = F
Initials: Parent: ______& Student: ______
Grade Categories:
· Assessments: Exams & Quizzes, some projects-40%
· Participation: Daily work, which includes but is not limited to the following: Notebooks, Labs, Participation, Projects, Greenhouse work ethic, Attitude-40%
· Leadership: Thru a variety of FFA related activities students will be exposed to a variety of career/employability skills and competitions-20%
Initials: Parent: ______& Student: ______
Extra Credit: Students who sign up and become an active member in FFA will earn 5% extra credit. To be eligible for extra credit you must obtain a Greenhand degree by Nov 1.
Exams/Daily Work: No late work (labs, projects, etc.) is accepted for credit. Excused absences are the exception. Note taking: all students will be required to use an interactive lab notebook and keep track of Essential Questions. Also, use of Cornell note taking methods and strategies is expected, but not required. Notebooks will be collected several times per semester and graded for their upkeep and accuracy. Unless directed otherwise, notebooks may be used on tests and some quizzes.
Initials: Parent: ______& Student: ______
Attendance Policy: The student is responsible to attend all classes (unless excused for a School Activity (SA)) and actively engaged in the day’s lesson. The student’s attendance and participation in the class is crucial to the student demonstrating proficiency in the subject. Excessive absence (more than 10 excused or unexcused) may cause the student to be ineligible to earn credit in the class. Unexcused absences may be regarded as truancy. Unexcused absences and truancies, no make-up work is allowed per district policy.
Initials: Parent: ______& Student: ______
Behavioral Expectations: Don’t let yourself, your classmates, or your family down!
Both your future employer and I favor those that work hard, participate, consistently put forth maximum effort, exhibit honesty and integrity, and show up ready to roll with a great attitude! Any action that distracts from either learning or teaching may result in same day after school consequences. Also, as a courtesy to others, only languages understood by everyone in the class will be used to ensure a comfortable social environment for all. This imperative in maintaining a safe learning atmosphere, so that conversations are open and understood by all.
Initials: Parent: ______& Student: ______
Electronic Use Policy: We will use a stoplight system of red, yellow, green. These colors posted in the classroom determines our use for the day. When on red Cellular devices ARE NOT allowed at any time during the class period. Texting or any other form of communication is NEVER allowed during class regardless of the color.
Initials: Parent: ______& Student: ______
Miscellaneous: There is a no food or beverage policy in this classroom. Violators will be dealt with on a case by case basis. Water and gum are okay.
Initials: Parent: ______& Student: ______
Cheating: Any student found attempting to take credit for another student’s work or allowing work to be copied will be dealt with per AHS policy (see student handbook on cheating).
Initials: Parent: ______& Student: ______
I have read, understand, and agree with the classroom policies set forth by the instructor for the 2016-2017 school year.
Student Signature: ______Date: ______
Parent Signature: ______Date: ______
Note:
· This initialed and signed syllabus is due Friday, September 16th for 20 points.
“The teacher in this classroom is a professional with training, certification, and dedication necessary to provide a quality education for all who enter. The subject is …EXCELLENCE!”
“Remember the past. Plan for the future, but live for today because yesterday is gone and tomorrow may never come”
“The future depends on what you do today”
Hall Pass-you must use this box as your 3 free hall passes per semester. After you use these your grade will be reduced by 3% for each hall pass request after three. You may redeem unused passes at a rate of 2%.
Date / Destination / Time Out / Time InSem 1
Sem 2
Note-you must leave your phone in my possession, otherwise NO hallway privileges