Mrs. Earley

2006-2007

Course Description: This course is designed to develop a foundation in Animal Health and the skills dealing with these animals.  This course will provide the fundamentals and basics that involve veterinary medicine including the terminology and techniques that are needed for safety and efficiency for handling and caring for pets and animal production.  Students will gain skills and knowledge to manage multiple clinical tasks as well as office procedures.  This course is designed to prepare the students with applications of current and realistic medical situations that would be encountered in the veterinarian industry.

Supplies needed:        3 Ring Binder, Binder Paper, Pencil or Pen

Text:   Principles and Practice of Veterinary Technology

Prerequisites:  Ag Science and Animal Science or (pre-approval by instructor)

Grading Policy:

            All assignments are expected to be turned in on time.

 Letter grades are determined by (approximate values):

20% Tests and Quizzes

20% Labs, Classwork

20% Notebook

20% Participation, Attendance, Attitude

20% FFA activities, SAE and Record Book

I.                    Tests/Quizzes: If a student misses a test or quiz it is their responsibility to make it up prior to the next test or quiz.  Appointments must be made with Mrs. Earley.   

II.         Labs/Classwork:         Students are responsible for all work assigned.  Refer to 1^st paragraph of grading policy for late work etc. 

III.       Notebook:       Notebooks are expected to be kept neat, and in order.  There will be notebook quizzes in order to determine notebook grades twice monthly.

IV.       Participation:      Students will be given 0-2 points per day for positive participation in the course.  Students will earn up to 2 points based upon completion of assignments, positive participation in an activity, positive class input, completion of a responsibility, etc.  In order to receive participation points in case of an absence, a student must make up the work done that day and have an excused admit.  Attendance will be based on the actual attendance.  Attitude will be based on student’s ability to come to class with a positive class daily.  

V.        FFA/SAE/Record Book: In order to receive full credit for FFA activities a student must participate in at least 2 FFA activities per quarter.  The activities include but are not limited to; FFA meetings, Farm clean up days, FFA Field Trips, FFA Sales, and any other FFA activity with prior approval. Each agriculture student is required to have a Supervised Agricultural Experience.  These experiences can be custom fit to the student’s interest in agriculture. 

Examples of SAE’s: agriculture work experience, garden care, breeding animals, fair animals, mechanics project, animal care project etc….  Students must spend time outside of class and keep accurate records on their SAE.  An agriculture teacher will make project visits.

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Absences / Make-Up Work

·         Arrange for make-up assignments, quizzes or tests after excused absences on the day you return to school.

·         You have one school day for each excused absence.  If you are absent on the date an assignment is due, you must turn in the assignment on the day you return to school.

·         You may make up tests and quizzes at lunch or after school.

·         Work missed during unexcused absences may not be made up. 

·         Late work will not be accepted.

Expected Schoolwide Learning Results

1.    Effective Communicator:

• Give demonstrations in class
• Work collaboratively in-groups on leadership projects and in Physical Education
• Participating in team activities in Physical Education
• Keep a tool kit log for every chapter

2.   Critical Thinker:

• Using mathematical terms to analyze and solve problems
• Analyzing group and self performance in Physical Education activities for improved performance

3.   Quality Producer:

• By completing many different writing assignments, each student will improve the quality of his or her writing
• Keep and maintain binders for Pre Algebra, resulting in excellent study guides

1.       Self-Directed Learner:

• Since late work is not accepted, students will learn to be productive students
• Students are to write down homework assignments into their calendars so that they will become use to planning ahead
• Students must remember to ask for makeup work after an absence, which encourages them to be responsible

2.       Collaborative Worker:

• Working in groups on many projects throughout the year
• Working with partners on projects and assignments
• Design and implement projects that work effectively as a member of a self directed team

3.       Ethical Decision Maker:

• Accepts responsibilities for his/her own learning, behavior and participation
• Utilizes sportsmanship and citizenship in all aspects of their school life

4.       Community Contributor:

• Utilizes sportsmanship and citizenship in all aspects of their school life
• Become involved in school and community activities

Mrs. Earley’s Classroom

Expectations

I.                   General Expectations:

a.       Respectful

·        Treat all adults, whether they are teachers, administrators, staff, substitutes or visitors with respect.

·        Treat fellow students and their property with respect.

·        No putdowns or foul language

b.      Responsibility

·        YOU are responsible for your own work, words and actions.

·        Safe is the responsible way!

c.       Ready

·        Be to class on time with the necessary materials and ready to work when the tardy bell rings.

II.                Specific Behavior Expectations:

a.       Follow directions the first time they are given.

b.      No personal grooming during class time (make-up, mirrors etc).

c.       No Garbage left in the room, when you leave.

d.      No food or drinks in the classroom (bottled water an exception)

e.       Cell phones turned off during class.

III.             Consequences:

If you choose not to follow any class expectations above you can expect:

First Time:                    Verbal Warning and participation points taken away. (Unless school rule is broken)

Second Time:                You will need to make an appointment with Mrs. Earley and possibly write a letter to your parents explaining the difficulties you have with these expectations and parents will be notified.

Third Time:                   Teachers Discretion (Detention, Opportunity school, Referral for suspension and parents notified)

IV.              Positive Recognition:

I will see to it as your teacher that you will get positive feedback on any good work, or improvement, or if class rules have been and are being followed.  I will give you this recognition through:

a.       Verbal praise

b.       Written notes

c.       Parent acknowledgement by me in person, notes, or by phone

V.                 Tardy Policy

DO NOT BE LATE TO MY CLASS!!!

First Tardy = Warning (freebee)

Second Tardy = Time with Mrs. Earley and you call home

Third Tardy = Visit with an administrator

VI.              Hints for Success

a.       Pay attention and take notes

b.      Ask Questions!

c.       Make an effort to complete all assignments (on your own)

d.      Come in for extra help – I will be available to you!

Positive thinking won’t let you do ANYTHING, but will let you do EVERYTHING better than negative thinking will. 

Any comments or information which you feel I should know about your child and his/her ability to perform at school please make a note of these on the back of this paper.