Late Work Policy
The Teacher
Course Syllabus
Contract
Robert M Ellett
2011-2012
Welcome !!
My Qualifications
I graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University School of Forestry, with a degree in Forestry/Wildlife Management/ Ecological Engineering. I have over a decade of experience teaching science at the high school level and thirty years experience developing wildlife/cattle and aquatic management plans for the private sector. Currently over 150,000 acres of private lands in Texas are under management plans I developed or helped to develop. The techniques used to develop these plans are grounded in ecology, biology and environmental science. My web page background is a photo taken by me of the last ranch I managed along the Pecos River. I am a master falconer and integrate that science into the curriculum for my classes, giving my students a chance to touch and observe nature. I also currently serve as an advisor and member of the Milam County Museum board. I have had experience in implementing behavioral modification techniques for the Brown schools and Mary Lee Foundation, where I worked with teenagers who had severe emotional and behavioral problems.
I feel all of my life experiences provide my students with the unique advantage of having a teacher who has used the scientific method and cutting edge technology to solve real world problems. While my having a solid background in education and child psychology can also help them to become productive and respectful members of our great country. My goal is that every child who steps through my door will leave at the end of the year with a holistic and comprehensive knowledge of ecosystems and the environment as a whole. Along the way they will gain this knowledge by using technology as a tool for exploration, problem solving and the presentation of their ideas, while also experiencing and “touching” the natural world around them. I feel that the higher my expectations are, the more a student will rise to meet them. Bless all of you, and let’s make 2011- 2012 a year of achievement !!!!!!!
Environmental Systems
Mr. Ellett
Yoe High School
mellett_cameronisd.net
Course Objectives:
Students will make the connection between science and technology and will use the scientific method to explore the systems both living and non-living which make up planet earth. With an emphasis on cooperative learning and using cognitive skills to present ideas and design laboratory investigations, the students will learn how systems function. . Students will learn how to integrate technology and the physical laboratory to solve various problems. Development of problem solving skills and the presentation of concepts in a scientific manner will be a primary goal in environmental systems. Students will learn the various systems which comprise our environment, and will explore those systems.
Required Materials:
Three- ring notebook** 3”
Dividers
Notebook paper ( not spiral paper!)
Pencils*** 98% of our work will be in pencil
Flash Drive
GLUE STICKS *** very important 3 or 4
Graph Paper
Grading Policy:
50% Tests
50% Daily work/homework/labs/notebooks
Class Rules:
1. Respect, no second chances…respect other students, our classroom, other’s possessions and the teacher. This rule is number one for a reason.
2. Raise hand when addressing class or the teacher.
3. No food or drink in the labs.
4. Tardies will not be tolerated, and the student will be referred to the office for consecutive tardies. If you are not in your assigned seat at the bell, doing your warm-up you will be tardy.
5. All forms of cheating will result in zero credit. ( Tests, plagiarism, reports )
6. All equipment in the lab is off limits without permission from Mr. Ellett.
No Late Work Policy
NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED. All daily assignments, essays, tests, labs, homework, projects, and all other assignments will be due on or before the due date the teacher has provided. Otherwise, it will be considered a zero (0). Example: If you have a project due and you have that class 2nd period, it is due at that time, not the end of the day.
If a student will be out due to a school related absence, he/she will have the assignment(s) turned in before the absence. It will not be accepted after the due date and will be considered a zero (0).
If a student is out due to an excused absence, he/she will have one school day per day missed to get the work turned in. If it is not turned in within this time period, it will be considered a zero (0).
If a student is out due to an unexcused absence, he/she will be given a zero (0) without a chance to make-up the work.
If a student has modifications allowing extended time to complete, the extended time will be one extra school day to turn in the assignment. If not turned in, it will be considered a zero (0).
I understand the terms and conditions of the “No Late Work” Policy.
_________________________ __________ ________________________
Printed Name of Parent or Guardian Date Signature of Parent or Guardian
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Printed Name of Student Date Signature of Student
Classroom Contract
STUDENTS:
I have read and understand the following documents:
• Grading Policy-Late Work Policy
• Discipline Procedures
• Ongoing Assignments
• Classroom Rules
My signature below indicates my intent to abide by the rules, procedures, and grading policies of Mr. Ellett’s class. I further understand the consequences for any violations of the rules and procedures.
Student Name (print): ____________________________________________________________
Student Signature: ____________________________________________________________
Date: _________________
PARENTS:
My signature below indicates my awareness of the expectations for my son/daughter in Mr. Ellett’s class regarding the rules, procedures, and grading policies. I further understand the consequences for any violations of the rules and procedures.
Parent/Guardian Name (print):_____________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature: ______________________________________________________
Phone Number: ______________________________________________________
Email Address: ______________________________________________________
My Name copyright 2023 no animals were harmed in the making
my business copyright 2000 no animals were harmed in the making
