Beal City Public Schools

Vet Science Course Syllabus

BEAL CITY DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT

Beal City Schools, in harmony with the home and community,will educate our children in a positive learning environmentthat meets individual needs and goals in order that all studentssuccessfully function in

an ever-changing global society.

Information:

Course:Vet Science

Teacher:Ms. Spry

Email Address:

Term:1 Semester

Location:457

School Phone: (989) 644-3944 Extension 2457

Office Hours: Before and after school by appointment only

Preparation Period: 7th Period- 2:05-2:55pm

Supplemental learning materials

In this course students will be using the internet, Videos, Articles, IPads,

PowerPoints, Scientific journals and Speakers to learn about Vet Science.

Course Description:

Students will be introduced to the industry of agriculture and its scope of importance to each of us. Included will be an introduction to FFA as a component of the Agriscience program. In this Vet Science course students will be learning about breeds, parasites, equipment, fecal flotations, health records, injections and how restrain, tie and muzzle animals properly. Students will also be participating in Project PALS.

Course Outline/Assignments:

Student learning will be evaluated by a combination of all or some of the following forms of assessment:

  • 80% of the Semester Grade
  • Assigned Reading
  • Handouts/ Worksheets
  • ID
  • Announced and Unannounced Quizzes
  • Projects
  • Laboratory Experiments- Group or Individual
  • Tests
  • Signed Progress Reports
  • 20% of the Semester Grade
  • Midterm and or Project

Field Trips:Field trips are optional and are designed to supplement classroom learning.

Materials:

Beal City Public Schools provides all necessary materials and supplies for curricular classes. Parents who wish to supplement these materials and supplies for their student in this class may consider purchasing the following:

  • Writing utensil
  • A pencil is required for all tests and quizzes
  • Binder
  • Loose leaf paper

If you would like to donate to my classroom at any time throughout the year, we are in need of the following:

  • Tissues
  • Index Cards
  • College Rule Loose Leaf Paper
  • Antibacterial Wipes
  • Hand Sanitizer

Methodology:

Traditional lecture with discussion, projects, assignments, and labs.

Classroom Procedures:

Rules:

  • Treat each other and the classroom with respect
  • Come to class prepared and on time
  • Listen to directions from the teacher

Consequences:

  • Verbal Warning
  • Referral to Administrator
  • Parent Contact

Assignments:

  • All assignments will include the following:
  • Full Name
  • Date
  • Class and Period
  • Assignments need to be turned into the appropriate basket in the beginning of class. You have five minutes after the bell rings to get your assignment in the correct basket, anything after that will be considered late.

Late Work:

  • Late assignments will only be accepted one day late.
  • Anything turned in later than the assigned date will be considered late and subject to a 50% deduction.
  • Assignments done carelessly will be considered late and returned to the student without evaluation.

Extra Credit:

  • Extra credit opportunities will be done periodically throughout the semester through built in assignments and tasks.

Absences:

  • Students who are absent will need to check with their study buddy for missing assignments. Notes and in-class activities must be attained from your study buddy. Students are responsible for getting their assignments from the homework folder and turning it in the next day.

Passes:

  • Two late passes will be given per semester. Passes are to be stapled to the late assignment and will be given full credit.

(No late passes can be used on projects or presentations.)

  • Two bathroom/hall passes will be given per semester. These two passes are redeemable to use the restroom or grab work left in locker.
  • No passes are granted when there is a substitute teacher.
  • After both bathroom/ hall passes have been used, students will receive a tardy for leaving the room.

Grading Scale:

93% -100% A 73% - 76% C

90% - 92% A- 70% - 72% C-

87% - 89% B+ 67% - 69% D+

83% - 86% B 63% - 66% D

80% - 82% B- 60% - 62% D-

77% - 79% C+ 0% - 59% E

The above procedures in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances.

Parents: Please fill out the following information and have your student return it the first week of class.

Please keep the syllabus for your records at home.

CUT ------

Veterinary Science

I have read the syllabus and am aware of the expectations and procedures for this class.

Student Name (Print Please): ______

Student Signature: ______

Date:______

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Preferred Method of Contact (Please circle one)

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No person shall, on the basis of race, creed, gender, religion, national origin or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or employment by Beal City Public Schools