OZARK

AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

Introduction Our philosophy of agricultural education is to provide each student with a solid background in every area of today’s agricultural field. We feel that it is important to see that every student be given an equal chance and to be treated like a young adult. If that chance is not taken advantage of, we find it hard to provide that student with the best educational opportunity possible. Otherwise, we will do our very best to see that each student gets more out of AG-ED than any other subject area in the school district.

Program Description Agricultural Education programs are made up of three separate, but interwoven parts. These parts include: 1. Agricultural Education classes; 2. FFA organizations at the local, area, state and national level 3. Supervised Agricultural Experience Programs (SAEP). When a student enrolls in the Agriculture Education class, he or she is enrolling in all three parts of the program and must meet the standards of each.

 Definition of Agricultural Education- Educational program involving classroom instruction and student responses in the basic study of animal science, plant and crop science, leadership, agribusiness management, agricultural management, horticulture, agricultural mechanics, greenhouse management, etc.  Definition of FFA- National organization of students enrolled in Agricultural Education programs designed to provide training in leadership, citizenship, and cooperation. Additionally, FFA provides contest and award programs for students to participate in to display their skills in the area of agricultural education. FFA is an intracurricular part of Agriculture Education.  Definition of SAEP- This is known as the backbone of the Agricultural Education Program. SAEP is that aspect of the total program which includes entrepreneurial and occupational experiences based on the student’s career objectives which are conducted outside of the classroom. In addition, it is that component of the program, as a result of classroom instruction, from which students are able to apply their knowledge to hands on learning with their project under the supervision of the Agricultural Education Instructor.

Classroom Methods and Requirements A. Tests *Tests will be given at the end of each unit. *Quizzes may also be given at any time. B. Make up work * WE WILL NOT ACCEPT LATE ASSIGMENTS! * When you are absent you will be given the same number of days missed to make up the work that was assigned.

C. Grading * See student handbook for grading scale. * Record books will be graded monthly * Notebooks will be graded quarterly

D. Attendance *It is very important for you to be in attendance and on time for every class!

Classroom Policies and Discipline A. Discipline * You are in this class by CHOICE NOT BY CHANCE! * Any student who is disruptive to other students or to the instructor will be dealt with promptly and accordingly. More than one confrontation may result in the student being dismissed from the class and/or the program!

B. Policies * No Cell Phones! If we see it, we will take it! * No Food or Drink allowed in class. * Smoking and Chewing Tobacco is not allowed and will be dealt with according to the school handbook! * Students must follow all safety rules to remain included in the laboratory experiences. IF NOT, YOU WILL WATCH! * NO CURSING IS ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM! * You are required to show respect to all teachers and students around you!

C. Procedures * You should come to class with needed materials (paper, pencil, book, and notebook) *Students should bring appropriate clothing when working in shop, or going to the farm. ALL students are expected to participate * You should be in your seat ready for class when the bell rings. * You need to use the restroom before or after class. * There will be a few minutes at the beginning of each class for announcements. * Once class has begun you should remain in your seat until told otherwise or when permission has been granted. * You will be given time at the end of class to put up your materials. D. Key to this Class * RESPECT- We will show Respect to you as Students, as long as Respect is shown us as Teachers. * If you show Respect at all times then the other policies and procedures will be taken care of automatically.

E. School Farm Facility The Ozark Agricultural Education Department is very fortunate to have the use of an Animal Science facility where students will get the opportunity to work hands-on with various livestock species. We will teach and go over animal safety procedures and rules before working with the animals. Failure to follow the safety rules or general “horseplay” could get you or someone else hurt. This will not be tolerated at the facility and will result in strict disciplinary action and may result in you being excused from the class.

Program Requirements The requirements set forth by this department are designed to promote the most beneficial experience possible for all students in the program. Failure to meet these requirements can result in the dismissal of the student from the program.

FFA All members are expected to pay annual dues. Members are expected to participate in FFA activities. All Ag Science 1 students will be required to attend FFA Banquet

SAE- Supervised Agriculture Experience All Students must have an SAE project. Students are responsible for the management, accounting, and development of their SAE project. The Instructor will supervise the SAE by making roughly two SAE visits per year.

If any questions please call! School- 582-5901 ext. 3255 Mr. Phipps Mr. Wright Mr. Sisco