Syllabus for Instructional Practices in
Education & Training (iPET)
iPET Course Description
The course is a field-based internship that provides students with background knowledge of child and adolescent development as well as principles of effective teaching and training practices. Students work under the joint direction and supervision of both a teacher with knowledge of early childhood education and exemplary educators or trainers in direct instructional roles with elementary aged students. Students learn to plan and direct instruction and group activities, prepare instructional materials, develop materials for educational environments, assist with record keeping, and complete other responsibilities of teachers, trainers, paraprofessionals, or other educational personnel.
Resources
Putting it all Together Education & Training
By The Curriculum Center @ Texas Tech University
Required Material
3 ring binder, dividers, black/red pen, USB drive, copy paper, children’s book (other supplies will be needed throughout the year).
Methods of Instruction
►Lecture ►Discussion circle ►Projects
►Note taking ►Hands-on-activities
►Group collaborations ►Internship with Elementary/Middle Schools
Class Location
The class is held at Kingwood Park H.S.(4015 Woodland Hills Drive; Kingwood) in room 1405.
Internship School
Elementary schools will be selected based on proximity to the high school the student attends.
Transportation
As stated in the High School Planning Guide the students are to
provide their own transportation.
Join for Class Reminders: Remind 101
All students and parents are asked to join your classes Remind 101. This text message services will be used to send out reminders about class information.
3rd Period - Text @ipet3r to 832-924-5937
5th Period – Text @ipet5 to 832-924-5937
Grading
9 week grades will be based on the following:
3 summative grades and 12 formative grades
60% Daily – Formative (assignments, weekly report, notebook attendance)
40% Tests – Summative (mentor evaluation/teacher evaluation)
Absences
You must be on time to classes and the internship school. The student has two days after his/her return to school to bring an absence excuse. If no excuse is submitted, the absence will be regarded as truancy. (See Parent/Student Handbook). If you are absent from class or the internship site, you are required to contact me and your mentor teacher by 6:00am. You may contact us by phone (class #) or email and/or text message. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you don’t you will be penalize (-25 points) for the daily grade of attending class/internship.
Late Work
The policy forFORMATIVE work (homework/daily grades) that is graded is as follows:
Turned in ON TIME- student receives full credit.
Turned in 1 DAY LATE- studentreceives a maximum of 75.
Turned in 2 DAYS LATE- studentreceives a maximum of 60.
Turned in 3 DAYS LATE- studentreceives a maximum of 50.
Turned in 4 DAYS LATE- studentreceives a 0.
Make-Up Work
Students are expected to make up work missed while they were absent. They will be given full credit for work completed and satisfies the conditions of the district policy for make-up work. Immediately upon returning to school, the student must contact teachers concerning arrangements for making up work. When an absence occurs, it is the student’s responsibility to inquire about, complete, and return all required assignments. Students absent more than five (5) days must make arrangements with their teachers for making up the work missed within one week (5 school days) after their return to school. (See Parent/Student Handbook).
Field Trip Approval
A field trip is an extension of the classroom learning. They must be approved prior to the trip.
In order for a field trip to be approved several requirements must be met:
a.Prior written (email) notice from the mentor teacher.
b.Student attendance is taken into account (no more than 3 in six weeks).
c.Student must have a grade of 80 or above.
d. Parent must sign the class permission trip documentation from mentor teacher.
Academic Dishonesty/Plagiarism
Cheating on an assignment or test will result in a zero being recorded for that assignment or test. In addition, cheating is considered a level two conduct violation and is subject to additional disciplinary measures as discussed in the Student Code of Conduct.
Binder/Notebook
In order to be successful and achieve your personal and academic best it is necessary to maintain a high level of organization. To help you do this you are required to keep a notebook. This notebook is important to your success in this class. It will contain information that will help you.
1. You will need a three ring binder.
2. Dividers- labeled
1st Page-Title Page
Section 1-Weekly Training Report
Section 2-Class Notes
Section 3-Assignments/Projects
Section 4-Mentor Evaluation
Section 5-Grade Sheet
Section 6-Future Teaching Ideas
Camera
You will want to document your experiences at the elementary school and on other field trips. Please have access to a camera to document these events.
Professional Appearance at the Elementary School
Students will dress in appropriate attire while working at the elementary school. ID badges are required at all times (at the Elementary School and In Class). Pants and skirts should be neat, no holes in jeans; you may wear tennis shoes or closed toe shoes. Shorts are to be worn ONLY for field day participation. No flip-flops, skirts and shirts that is too short or revealing. The way you dress is a reflection of you and this program. Be mindful that you are setting an example to all students in the elementary school. They are looking at how you dress and carry yourself. Remember you are preparing yourself to be a professional and the way you dress is a reflection of that. You are not allowed to wear (flip flops, shorts, mini skirts, low cut shirts, backless or strapless tops, tight pants/jeans, jeans with holes, low ride pants/jeans). If the insubordination continues they will have a conference with teacher, parent, principle and/or possible 1 week suspension and/or removal from program.
School Related Absences
Remember, students are only allowed to have 10 per year. Of these ten days, the students are limited to nine in any given semester. If a student participates in competition post district, they are allowed extra days. They are allowed a maximum of five absences for post-districtcompetition prior to state and amaximum of two absences for state competition. More information regarding this can be found in the student handbook. If you or your students have any questions please don't hesitate to contact:
Janell Dunbar @ AHS
Tina Schwab @ KHS
Shirley Gregory @ KPHS
Traci Mixon/Diana Lara@ HHS
Cassandra Thorn @ SCHS
College Visitation Days
Students are allowed to take a total of 3 college day visits. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain and follow the procedures outlined on their campus prior to using a college day in order to ensure that the absence is excused. For additional information please visit your student’s campus website. (See Parent/Student Handbook).
Parking
All students must have there Parking Pass in the dashboard of their vehicle. You will have a specific parking spot at KPHS to park in. If you choose to park other places, you are subject to tickets/towing.
I.D. Badges
It is a requirement that all interns wear the identification badge to class and the internship school.
Failure to Meet Expectations
Students that fail to meet class/teachers expectations will have a conference, parent contact, principle conference and/or suspension from the program.
Early Release Days for Elementary School (12:00pm)
The elementary students will have early release on the following days. The elementary students will get out of school at 12noon. If you are in the 5th & 6th period class you will be required to work on assignments (as independent study on your own). Make a note of these dates in your calendar.
August 29, 2014 Professional Development
September 17, 2014 Professional Development
October 1, 2014 Professional Development
October 29, 2014 Parent Conferences
October 30, 2014 Parent Conferences
December 3, 2014 Professional Development
December 19, 2014 Early Dismissal prior to Winter Break
January 28, 2015 Professional Development
March 25, 2015 Professional Development
May 6, 2015 Professional Planning
June 4, 2015 Professional Development
Testing Days-Humble ISD(see district calendar)
The elementary schools will test on the following days. You are not allowed on campus. You will work on class assignments (as independent study). Make a note of these dates in your calendar.
October 20-23 TAKS Mar. 30-April 1 STAAR/EOC
December 1-5 STAAR/EOC April 21-23 STAAR/EOC
March 2-5 TAKS May 4-14 STAAR/EOC
High School Graduation
The location and times for the graduation will be announced later. Graduation is Saturday, May 23, 2015.
Times to Be at the Elementary School
Each school will report at the designated time according to the high school you attend. You are on different bell schedule so pay close attention. It is your responsibility to be on time to the elementary school and be back to your high school campus in time for your next class. Being tardy and late will count against you. If you are going to be tardy, late, or absent you must text me/call your mentor teacher to let us know.
3rd & 4th Period: Atascocita & Kingwood Park
Tuesdays9:30am – 10:30am / Wednesdays
9:30am – 10:30am / Thursdays
12:00pm – 12:50am / Fridays
10:10am – 11:00am
3rd & 4th Period: Kingwood
Tuesdays9:40am-10:40am / Wednesdays
9:30am-10:20am / Thursdays
11:20am-12:20pm
Lunch-On Your Own/Campus
12:22pm-1:17pm / Fridays
9:40am-10:40am
5th & 6th Period: Atascocita/Kingwood Park/Summer Creek
Tuesdays12:20pm – 1:20pm / Wednesdays
11:50pm – 12:20pm / Thursdays
1:30pm – 2:45pm / Fridays
12:15pm – 1:15pm
5th & 6th Period: Kingwood
Tuesdays12:20pm – 1:20pm
Lunch-On Your Own
11:05am-12:00pm / Wednesdays
11:10am-12:10pm
Lunch-On Your Own/Campus
12:14pm-1:09pm / Thursdays
1:30pm – 2:45pm
Lunch-On Your Own/Campus
12:22pm-1:17pm / Fridays
12:20pm – 1:20pm
Lunch-On Your Own
11:05am-12:00pm
4th - 6th Period: Humble
Tuesdays10:30am – 12:15pm
Lunch
12:15pm-1:00pm / Wednesdays
10:30am – 11:30pm
Lunch
11:35pm-12:17pm / Thursdays
11:15am – 1:30pm
Lunch
10:35am-11:00am / Tuesdays
10:30am – 12:15pm
Lunch
12:15pm-1:00pm
Tentative Course Outline
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)1…Exploring the teaching profession
4…Communicating effectively
7…Creating and effective learning environment
3…Understanding the learner and learning process
3…Understanding the learner and learning process
3…Understanding the learner and learning process
2…Achieving excellence in subject matter
2…Achieving excellence in subject matter
5…Planning effective instruction
6…Developing and using effective instructional strategies
6…Developing and using effective instructional strategies
6…Developing and using effective instructional strategies
8…Assessing teaching and learning
7…Creating an effective learning environment
9…Understanding the relationship between school and society
10…Developing technology
11…Continuing development as a teaching professional
Ms. Wilkins Classroom Discipline Plan
Classroom Expectations
Be on time.
Be prepared (bring class supplies).
Participate in class activities.
Personal technology (cell phones, etc.) are not to be used in the class without permission
Self Control in classroom.
Consequences for Choosing Not to Follow Expectations
1st Offense: Verbal warning
2nd Offense: Teacher conference
3rd Offense: Parent notification
4th Offense: Office referral
Rewards for Choosing to Follow Expectations
Praise.
Positive notes/phone calls to home.
Assist with preparation for class projects.
Lead class in assignments.
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My child and I have read the course syllabus which explains the course content and expectations of the class.
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Parent Printed Name Parent’s Signature
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Student’s Printed Name Student Signature
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Parent’s Email Address (please print legibly)
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Parent’s Email Address (please print legibly)
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Student’s Email Address (please print legibly)
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