ORIENTATION:Engineering and Technology & Business and Computer TechnologyMs. Houston, InstructorAustin Road Middle School

WELCOME!

TOPICS TO BE COVERED

•Classroom Procedures•Classroom Policies•Student Expectations•Communication•Course Description and Units•Student Organizations

Classroom Procedures

Getting Ready for Class• Line up quietly out side of

the door• Enter the classroom when

directed• Do not enter the classroom

if the teacher is not in the classroom

• Be prepared and have pen / pencil & folder with paper available

In The Classroom – The Attention Signal• The Clap• Standing in

front of the stadium seating

In The Classroom –Whole Group• Wait for recognition

before speaking• Always be respectful of

others• Side conversations are

prohibited• Follow teacher

instructions

In The Classroom – Small Group• Move swiftly to

designated area when directed

• Adhere to designated role responsibilities

• Always be respectful of others

• Follow teacher instructions

Classroom Procedures

In the Classroom – Working at Computer Stations• Sign up for the Computer stations upon entering

the classroom• Be sure to sit at the station that you signed for• No purses or personal devices are allowed at the

stations• Once seated, going back to stadium seating is

prohibited• Keep your work station clean

In The Classroom – Working at the Center Table• Move swiftly to designated area when directed• Adhere to designated role responsibilities• Only designated student(s) will gather materials• Follow teacher instructions

Classroom Procedures

In the Classroom – Opening• Copy the Opening question or activity in your

notebook• Complete the activity or answer the question

in your notebook• If the activity is a for the whole group, listen to

and follow teacher instructions• Reinforces past concepts or introduces a new

one

In The Classroom – Work time• Introduce and practice new concepts• Reinforcing activities• Performance tasks• Assessments• Listen to and follow teacher

instructions

Classroom Procedures

In the Classroom – Closing• Opportunity to revisit what was learned or

taught• Misconceptions• Check for understanding• Whole Group, Small Group or Individual

In The Classroom – Restroom Requests• New this Year – Passes(2)• Students must make a verbal request to the

teacher• Upon granting the request, students must

sign the Restroom Log and take one the passes

• Teacher must initial• Students must sign in and out

Classroom Procedures

In the Classroom – Classroom Dismissal and Exiting• Dismiss upon Teacher direction• Dismiss from Stadium Seating• All stations and stadium seating should be

clean and free of paper and other debris• Students will exit through the designated

door

In The Classroom – Bus Dismissal• Bus positions listed on the monitor• Classroom is to remain quiet so that any

changes can be heard• Students are dismissed from the classroom

by teacher instruction• Students will exit through the designated

door• At 3:45 PM all movement in the hallways

ceases; students are not permitted to leave the classroom

Classroom Policies - GradingStudent grades consists of the following:

Class participation 20%

Notebook checks 5%

Quizzes 25%

Assessments / Projects 35%

Final Exam (percentage of over all grade) 15%

A = 90 – 100 B = 80 – 89 C = 74 – 79 D = 70 – 73 F = Below 70

QUESTIONS?

Classroom Policies – Classwork, Homework, and Make-up work

Classwork – all student should be completed and submitted on time; the school’s policy for late work will be enforced

Homework - students will rarely receive homework

Make-up - students will be responsible asking for their missing assignments upon their return from absence; students will be given the same number of days absent up to a maximum of 3 days to make up an assignment; the assignment can only be made up if the absence is excused by the school and the student shows an approved excuse to the teacher

Students will not be permitted to leave class to obtain a school excuse from the attendance office.

If a student is absent on the day that an assignment is due, the assignment will be due on the first day the student returns (only with an office approved excuse)

Classroom Policies – Personal Devices, Computer Etiquette

Personal Devices

Are not permitted in the classroom

Exception: the dismissal class; the devices SHALL REMAIN OFF and not on the student’s person

Computer Etiquette

Students shall not visit websites that are not authorized by the teacher; visiting these websites will result in the appropriate disciplinary action along with the loss of computer privilege for 30 minutes of class time – an alternate written assignment will be given.

Students shall not write on workstation desks or rearrange the keys on the keyboards

Food, candy, gum or drinks are strictly prohibited; violators will result in a disciplinary action

Classroom Policies – Attendance, Tardies

Attendance – Students are expected to attend class everyday. If you are absent, be sure to get an excused absence so that you may receive your make up work. Students will be given a maximum of three (3) days to make up assignments.

Tardies – Students who are habitually late to class will be addressed.

Classroom Policies – Communication

Communication

Communication is essential to student success. Communication will be used toconvey student commendations and performance or behavioral issues/concerns. Communication will be achieved in the following manner:Face to face – teacher / student; teacher / parent/

studentEmail / agenda note – teacher / parentPhone – teacher / parent or teacher / student/ parent

Classroom Policies – Bullying

Simply put: Bullying of any kind is not tolerated.

If you feel that you are being bullied, report it to a teacher.

Classroom Policies – Discipline

Discipline will be handled in accordance with Austin RoadMiddle School JAG Bite system and the Henry CountySchools handbook.

Student Expectations

Listen to and Follow Directions Arrive on time and be prepared Raise your hand before speaking and asking questions Respect others and respect the property of others Practice good citizenship Practice proper safety in the laboratory and classroom Give your best effort on all assignments; complete and turn them in when

they are due Keep your work area neat and clean Food, drink, and gum are not permitted in the laboratory or classroom Follow all rules in the Henry County Schools Student / Parent Handbook When in doubt, ask the teacher

What You Will Learn – Engineering and TechnologyWork Ethics / Engineering Ethics

Introduction to Engineering

Introduction to Industrial Design

History of Product Design

Engineering in Society

Careers in Engineering

Engineering Approaches to Product Design

Universal Systems Model

Reverse Engineering

Design Tools

Mechanisms – Simple Machines

Human Factors Engineering

Performance Projects

Leadership Skills

What You Will Learn – Business and Computer ScienceDigital Citizenship (Internet)Computer FundamentalsKeyboardingComputer ApplicationsCareers21st Century Skills

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONSTechnology Student Association (TSA):

An organization that is open to all Engineering and Technology students (past and current). Georgia TSA prepares its members to be successful leaders in a technological society through co-curricular activities like communication, leadership, teamwork, and competitive skill development.

Students are exposed to leadership learning and opportunities through officer participation, committee participation, and leadership activities that are incorporated into the classroom and/or chapter meetings.

Offering over 70 competitive events for middle and high school students, TSA events appeal to a wide audience. Events include website design, dragster design, engineering, biotechnology and more!

Tech Day October 12th

Science Club: Offers students an opportunity engage and apply scientific principles in a fun way.

QUESTIONS?

Last Thoughts………Austin Road Middle School will cultivate an environment for creativity, innovation and leadership where we exceed expectations everyday.