principles of ag syllabus
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Principles of Agriculture Food and Natural Resources
Course Syllabus 2023-2024
Instructor: Ms. Haley Ricketts Email: rickettsh@pearlandisd.org
Phone: (281) 412-8800 Conference Period:6th Period 1:01-1:44
Course Objective: Principles of Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources is an introductory agricultural science course. You will be able to learn about plant science, animal science, natural resources, world agriculture, and leadership. You will also have the opportunity to join the FFA, where you can develop career and leadership skills outside of class
Class Schedule and Units (not necessarily in this order, some may not be covered)
Instructional Units:
- CourseIntroduction
- The Agricultural Industry
- Agricultural Leadership
- Cultural Diversity
- Employability Characteristics
- Relationship between Agriculture and the Environment
- Plant and Soil Science
- Animal Science
- Food Products and Processing
- Basic Power Systems
Required Materials:
- 1 Spiral notebook
- Pencil/Pen
Classroom Expectations:
Be Prepared: Come to class on time, ready to work with all supplies.
Be Respectful: Do NOT talk when the teacher is talking or giving instructions.
If it is not yours, do not touch it.
- Rights and Responsibilities
- We each have rights in the classroom that allow the school to function effectively. In order to protect these rights, we also have specific responsibilities. Below is a basic list of the most important rights and responsibilities you have as a student.
- Rights Responsibilities
- 1. Students have the right to learn. Students are responsible for turning in work on time, being quiet during test time, coming to class prepared to learn, and following all class procedures.
- 2. Students have a right to hold their own opinions. Students are responsible for respecting all people and their opinions.
- Please raise your hand before speaking out, don't shout at people, listen.
- and reflect before passing judgment.
- 3. Students have a right to know their grades. Students are responsible for keeping an updated record of all grades.
- Please hold on to all assignments after they are returned as proof in case.
there is a discrepancy in the grades.
Bathroom Use/Pass Policy
Students may check in with the teacher before the tardy bell rings and then use the bathroom quickly before class starts. If you check-in with me before class to use the bathroom, you must check-in when you first arrive at class, make eye contact, and get a response. Socializing for four minutes and then asking to go to the bathroom is not acceptable. All students will have the opportunity to use the bathroom during class four times each six weeks. Students with valid medical necessity will be allowed to use the bathroom as needed with a note from a parent or doctor explaining the medical condition.
Pass Procedure
- You must physically have the pass. - log into the class log for attendance, rr and tutoring)
- The passes are for bathroom use only. You must go to the closest student bathroom, and you must return immediately to class.
- You may only use pass during an appropriate break in class.
- Silently bring the pass to the teacher to tear off the corner.
- Sign in and out on the sheet provided.
- Any violation of this policy will result in the immediate loss of bathroom privileges for the remainder of the quarter.
Consequences for not following the Rules & Social Contract:
1. Verbal Warning
2. Parent Contact
3. Parent Teacher Conference
4.Office Referral
5. Severe Behavior = Automatic Office Referral
Grades: Grades will be determined by total points Grading Scale:
- A – 100-90
- B – 89- 80
- C – 79- 75
- D- 74-70
- F – 69-0
However, the following is a breakdown of the amount of work given in each area:
- Daily grades: 40% (Daily grades include any daily assignments, warm-ups, homework, or small in-class projects and/or participation.)
- Test grades: 60% (Test grades include exams, projects, presentations, or some other form of major work.)
*Tutoring will be available during eagle hour on Mondays and Friday B LUNCH
Late Work: Daily work will be accepted one day late for an 80 and two days late for a 50. Major grades will be taken for 10 points off for each day after the deadline. Late work will not be taken on major grades after 5 days. Ex: Absent for 2 days = you have 2 days to make up the work and return it to me for full credit.
After reading the syllabus, class rules, and expectations, please sign and return this page:
Class Period: ___4__
COURSE AGREEMENT
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* I have read and understand the course syllabus for Principles of Ag Food and Natural resources.
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STUDENT COMMITMENT
* I will follow the classroom code of conduct.
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