Exploring Technology Course Syllabus PDF

Exploring Technology Mrs. Manning [email protected] (321) 350-8766 Course Description Exploring Technology course is centered around Pre-engineering using the White Box learning program. We will engage with various technological tools, apparatus, equipment, systems, and materia...

Exploring Technology Mrs. Manning [email protected] (321) 350-8766 Course Description Exploring Technology course is centered around Pre-engineering using the White Box learning program. We will engage with various technological tools, apparatus, equipment, systems, and materials to create and complete projects. Supplies Composition 2 Pocket folder Pencils book Wishlist (for all to use) Tissues Popsicle sticks Tooth picks Tape (of any Toilet paper rolls Sanitizing wipes Bamboo skewers Plastic cups kind) Paper towel rolls Hand sanitizer Straws Paper cups Aluminum foil Cereal boxes Hot glue sticks Balloons Old newspapers Plastic spoons Inclusion Attendance & Tardies Our class will be one where everyone belongs and We will follow the school attendance policy. If you everyone learns. This means that all of our miss class, it is your responsibility to find out what interactions will be respectful of diversity: culture, you missed. nationality, race, ethnicity, disability, economic status, religion, gender identity, and sexuality. Our learning environment will be one of trust and safety. I encourage you to get to know and learn from each other. We are all different, and these differences will make this class better. Every day is a new adventure. Be curious, be brave, and never stop learning! Conduct & Discipline Policy Students are expected to behave in class and online in a polite, respectful manner that does not violate the rights of others. In addition to being respectful of others, students should be on time, on task, and prepared to learn every day. Take responsibility for your own learning and have a positive attitude. Always do your best and encourage those around you to do the same! The following are some possible consequences for inappropriate behavior: Conference with teacher, student, and/or parent/guardian. Loss of privileges or teacher detention Referral to school administrator Course Grading Report card grades will be weighted as follows: 30% Assessments 30% Classwork Grading Scale 40% Projects Late Work: No late work will be accepted after the end of each quarter. 100% - 90% = A 89% - 80% = B PROJECTS - I want you to have opportunities to discover your own ideas and 79% - 70% = C talents, be creative, and collaborate and share with others. Therefore, you will be 69% - 60% = D asked to demonstrate your understanding in a variety of ways and with a variety 59% - 0% = F of tools. Safety Students must return a signed CTE safety agreement before they can use any equipment in the workshop Students will also be required to earn 100% on each safety quiz for each piece of equipment that we will use before they will be permitted to use it. Amazon Classroom Gift Registry Designed so you can help with a small portion of any item. Myself and the students appreciate all help with this list! https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/OTHK4TDRRSBO Be confident! Be curious! Be persistent! Be engaged! Classroom Procedures & Expectations Entering Class Class Materials If the classroom door is closed, please wait in Bring all materials listed on the first page of the hall until I open it. this syllabus. Upon entering, look at the board and follow Folder the instructions you see. Composition book There will be something on the board every Pencil day. Have an independent reading book with you. Be in your seat working on the given task when the bell rings. Cell Phone Hall Pass Keep your cell phone out of sight unless Use the restroom between classes. permission is given for class work. No more than one person will be allowed out Ensure ringer and notifications are silent. of the room at a time. First violation: Phone taken for the rest of Use the sign out / sign in sheet any time you class. leave the room. Second violation: Phone taken for the day. Take a hall pass when you leave the Third violation: Phone sent to front office and classroom for any reason. parent/guardian contacted. Food / Drink / Gum Leaving Class You are allowed to have water in class. You will be given two minutes to pack up at the Fill your water bottle between classes. end of class. No food is allowed in class. Do not pack up early or gather by the door. You may chew gum, but please throw it away If you must stand, stand by your desk. in the trash when done. You will be dismissed when the bell rings. Every procedure has a purpose: to help us learn better!  Page 1 of 2 STUDENT MEDICAL RELEASE FORM FOR CURRICULAR PARTICIPATION IN CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) PROGRAMS School: Viera Middle School CTE Program: Exploring Technology School Year: 2024-2025 Name of Student (Please print) _________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone (___) _____-______ Date of Birth _____/_____/_____ Place of Birth ________________ Parent's Work Phone (___) _____-____________ Other Emergency Phone (___) _____-___________ This agreement to participate in activities and/or curriculum sponsored by Brevard County schools is entirely voluntary on our part. It is also agreed that we will abide by all the rules set down by the School Board of Brevard County and the school. It is understood that each student will be given proper instruction, both in relation to the use of tools and equipment and in correct safety procedures, before being permitted to operate any tools or machinery alone. The School Board of Brevard County, its school principals, and its teachers desire that students and parent(s) or guardian(s) of students have a thorough understanding of the implications involved in a student's participating in a curricular activity. For this reason, it is required that each student in the Brevard County schools and his/her parent(s) or guardian(s) read, understand, and sign this agreement prior to the student being allowed to participate in any CTE program with inherent medical risks. 1. I/We, the undersigned, as parent(s) or guardian(s), give my/our consent for the student identified herein to participate in activities as a representative of his/her school. 2. I/We will assume the liability during the entire course of the student's participation in the CTE Program and will indemnify and hold the School Board of Brevard County harmless for any injury, accident, or property loss involving the student. 3. I/We understand that all school officials will complete required accident insurance forms, after which all claims under insurance policy, or policies, for injuries received while participating in school events, shall be processed by the student, his/her parent(s), or guardian(s) through the company agent handling the student's insurance policy and not through the school officials. 4. I/We hereby accept financial responsibility for equipment or instruments lost, stolen, or damaged. 5. I/We authorize the school to transport and to obtain, through a physician of its own choice, any emergency medical care that may become reasonably necessary for the student in the course of such activities or participation. I/We also agree that the expenses for such transportation and treatment shall not be borne by the School District or its employees. 6. I/We accept full responsibility and hereby grant permission for my/our son/daughter to operate and use all tools, machines and equipment necessary in carrying out the requirements of the course in which he/she is enrolled. This statement remains in effect until the end of this school year unless canceled by me/us in writing to the school.  Page 2 of 2 STUDENT MEDICAL RELEASE FORM FOR CURRICULAR PARTICIPATION IN CTE PROGRAMS Student Commitment ______ I will not use any machine unless I have been fully instructed on its use and have achieved a score Initials of 100% on the written and/or performance evaluation for that machine ______ I will follow all safety rules and guidelines for the Career & Technical Laboratory and any time I am Initials participating in CTE activities or events ______ I will not use a machine or tool without prior permission from my teacher each and every time. Initials ______ I will advise my teacher if I am unwell, taking any medication, or under the influence of any drug that Initials may affect my ability to concentrate or focus on tasks or activities. ______ I will report any accident or injury, whether it involves me or another student, immediately to the Initials teacher ___________________________________ __________________________________ Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature ___________________________________ __________________________________ Date Parent/Guardian Signature