Ag Earth
Miss Penner
DOHS Agriculture Science Syllabus 25-26
Dear Parents and Students,
I am looking forward to a great 2025-26 school year! I am looking forward to sharing my love for agriculture and this school with your student. In this class we will be covering a number of agricultural topics that relate to the earth. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Course Description:
Using agriculture as a learning vehicle, the course emphasizes the principles and practices of Earth Science as a way to demonstrate the relevance of Earth Science in Agriculture to each student’s life and environment. This class will utilize local and regional issues and concerns to stimulate problem-solving activities and to foster a sense of Earth stewardship by students in their communities. The class will establish an expanded learning environment, which incorporates fieldwork, technological access to data, and traditional classroom and laboratory activities. Hands-on labs and inquiry- based lessons reinforce the science processes emphasized in the standards. Throughout the course, students will be graded on participation in intracurricular FFA activities as well as the development and maintenance of an ongoing Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) program.
Units Covered with % of grade:
I will do my best to provide a positive and educational experience for us all!
Let’s have a fantastic year!
Sincerely,
Miss Penner
Miss Penner
spenner@puhsd.k12.ca.us
Room 1008
(916) 652-7243
Extension- 1068
Grading Policy:
Expected Learning Outcomes
ELOs A student’s grade in the course will be based on the evaluation of their performance on the key assessments(formative & summative). These assessments are directly linked to specific standards within each ELO listed above. Students will be given access to this document, which will evolve as we progress through the term. There will be work assigned that serves as practice or checks for understanding that may not be graded nor entered into Aeries gradebook. Encourage your student NOT to skip these “in between” assignments because it is important that I have the opportunity to gauge their progress in the learning and understanding concepts so that they are successful on the actual graded assessments. If a student is not demonstrating an understanding of the required concepts and skills, students will need to consult with me and to arrange additional attempts of the course work, projects and other assessments in a timely manner. Students and parents are expected to communicate with me in a timely manner when questions arise about grades, assessments and other concerns! Progress reports will be given out every 4½ weeks and one final grade will be assigned at the end of the term.
Classroom Policies & Behavior Expectations Instruction:
Behavior Expectations:
Assignments:
Supplies you will need for this class EACH DAY:
Del Oro High School’s Technology Policy:
All electronic devices (cell phones, Chromebooks, tablets, etc.) are only to be used for academic purposes during instructional time as determined by the teacher. Inappropriate use may include text messaging, storing phone numbers, AirDropping, checking the time, taking a photo, playing a game, being on social media, etc. Student use of cell phones, or any other recording device, without the prior consent of the teacher may disrupt and impair the teaching process, and such use is prohibited and the student subject to disciplinary action. Electronic devices such as earbuds/AirPods must be taken out at the teacher's request to ensure students are attentive to the presented lesson. Misused cell phones/electronic devices will be confiscated and brought to the Assistant Principal.
Del Oro Cell Phone/Mobile/Electronic Device Policy & FAQs
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Electronic devices are not to be seen, heard, or used during class time without the direct consent of the teacher and it is for educational or emergency purposes only! Cell phones will be put in the “phone home” at the beginning of class each day. (They get to be charged there too so that’s a bonus!) Headphones/Airpods are not be used without direct consent of the teacher.
The following disciplinary measures will take place should a student fail to follow this policy:
First Offense: Student receives a warning from the teacher
Second Offense: Student surrenders phone and may pick up after school; parent notified
Third Offense: Student surrenders phone and parent must pick up phone from the front office. Detention or work option assigned
Fourth Offense: 2 detentions/work options are assigned and parent conference where a letter of agreement outlining behavior expectations with regard to tech are outlined
Cell Phone Policy
FFA & SAE Project:
Why is it part of my grade?
FFA: 5%
By being in an Agriculture Class you are now a member of FFA!!! And FFA Participation is part of your grade. The state has made it a law that FFA counts as intra-curricular not extra-curricular which means that we are required to make it part of our grading system. However, there is such a positive impact in being involved in the FFA organization that will teach you skills that will last a lifetime! Students will need to complete 10+ hours of FFA participation in at least 3 different FFA activities (more is always encouraged!). To get an A on your grade you will need to get 10 hours and participate in a leadership role.
Event calendar is posted in Canvas and in the classroom!
Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE): 5%
Agriculture students are required to have an SAE project. This does NOT mean they have to raise an animal for fair or keep an animal at their house. An SAE project can be starting a pet sitting business, landscaping, mowing the lawn, working during harvest, creating an agriculture educating display, working in the department greenhouse, research an agriculture career and present that information, ect. This project is due in December and worked on throughout the semester. This is an opportunity for students to expand their horizons and see what the industry has to offer. Students will keep an online record book of their project(on AET) showing at least 10 hours in their project. Students will have the option to do a presentation on this project at the end of the semester to have the potential to receive an A.
Make sure the contact information is current for PARENTS and STUDENTS in Aeries Communication. We send out a large amount of reminders regarding classwork as well as FFA Activities. Grades are available through Aeries.
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Accessing the Course Curriculum: The majority of the course content and learning materials will be accessed through Canvas. Students will be required to use this platform to submit their electronic work, take tests and quizzes, and to stay connected to the class information!
Students will need to access these websites:
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