<p> Manvel High School Course Syllabus Wildlife Fisheries and Ecology management</p><p>Mrs. Courtney Webb Phone: (281) 245- 2232 ext. 4660 Manvel High School Email: [email protected] 19601 Hwy. 6 Room D119 Manvel, Texas 77578 Conference: 6th Period (12:57-1:50)</p><p>Course Description:</p><p>This course serves as preparation for a career or studies in the wildlife, ecology, and natural resources industries. This course explores the importance of wildlife and recreation management to the environment and the Agricultural industry. Students will learn the identification and management of game and non-game wildlife species, fish, and their habitats as well as their ecological needs.</p><p>Materials: 2 Inch, 3 ring binder with pockets Spiral Notebook Pen or pencil * NOTE- this binder will be kept in the classroom at all times and will count for a grade throughout the semester.</p><p>Classroom Rules and Expectations: 1. All students will come to class prepared and on time. 2. The teacher will dismiss the class, not the bell. No lining up at the door before bell rings. Mrs. Webb’s BIGGEST pet peeve. 3. Students will not sleep in class. 4. Profanity will not be tolerated. 5. Be respectful of everyone; peers, teachers, guest speakers. 6. Be engaged in the lesson and activities. Tutorials: Must be scheduled by appointment with Mrs. Webb</p><p>Homework Policy: Most assignments or projects given in class, students will have class time to complete. If a student does not complete the work then it becomes homework and will be due the following class day. All work turned in late will be subjected to the district policy on late work. Late Work Policy: The assignment is considered late if it is not turned in at the time it is due. All late work will receive a grade penalty. The following table reflects the maximum percentage of the possible grade the student is to receive for late assignments, at the high school level. One day late………………………..80% Two days late……………………...70% Three days or more………………..no credit</p><p>Grading Policy: Daily work- 45% Tests- 40% Class Participation-15%</p><p>Course Outline:</p><p>1st Nine Weeks Topics Plant ID and Wildlife Plant Preferences Benefits of Wildlife Hunters Ed</p><p>2nd Nine Weeks Topics Plant ID and Wildlife Plant Preferences Exotic Wildlife Species/Identification Wildlife Laws State & Federal Agencies in Wildlife Conservation</p><p>3rd Nine Weeks Topics Plant ID and Wildlife Plant Preferences Waterfowl Species Game and Land Bird Species</p><p>4th Nine weeks Topics Plant ID and Wildlife Plant Preferences Saltwater Fish Species/Identification Freshwater Fish Species/Identification Boater’s Safety Education Ecology Concepts Maps & GPS</p><p>To receive a Quality grade, you must do Quality work!!!</p>