In this class you will learn the fundamentals of using tools and techniques in Construction.

YOUR ACADEMIC GRADE

1. Written Assignments, Quizzes and Tests: (50% of your final grade)

Assignments include: Parent's Permission Sheet, and Notes.
Quizzes: We will have a quiz on the previous instruction. Students may use their notes to take the quizzes. With your notes the quizzes are easy.
Tests: Safety, Tool Identification, Machines, procedures, Vocabulary. These tests are all memorization of information about the tools and processes that will help you to accomplish carpentry skills.

2. Work Habits: (50% of your final grade)

Work Habits includes attendance and citizenship. You start each term with an A (450 points).

Attendance:

Attend class. Each absence -10 pts. Five absences = grade of NC (no credit)

Be punctual - in assigned seat when the bell rings. Each tardy - 3pts. Four tardies = grade of NC (no credit).

Never skip class. Truancy - 20 pts. and a grade of NC (no credit).

Making up attendance: Talk with your instructor

Approved school activities are not considered an absence. This does not apply in circumstances beyond the students or parents control, such as illness.

Citizenship also affects your Work Habits grade. In order to achieve the best possible learning experience you are expected to:

*Come prepared to learn with a pencil and notebook.

*Stay on task.

*Respect the rights of others and their property.

*Use self control-contribute to a good learning atmosphere.

*Get permission before leaving your seat/classroom.

*Follow instructions and shop policies.

*Subtract 10 points for no Participating in Class/shop project for a day.

Behavior which detracts from the learning experience of others will be dealt with as follows:

*1st offense=warning

*2nd offense=10 min. separation, lose 10 pts.

*3rd offense=20 min. separation, lose 20 pts.

*4th offense= conference with student, parent, teacher and administration to identify appropriate action, lose 40 pts. In severe cases we my skip the first 3 steps.

Be prepared to make effective use of limited shop time. Bring a pencil and notebook. Review class notes and be prepared for quizzes.
Tests: Safety, Tool Identification, Machines, procedures, Vocabulary. These tests are simple memorization of information about the tools and processes.
I am always here for students when they are ready to learn.