Freshman Seminar Syllabus Sharon Oxendine & Amber Tyson
St. Pauls High School 2016-2017
The teachers of Freshman Seminar at St. Pauls High Schoolwelcome you!! Freshman Seminar will follow the Career Choicescurriculum, which is academically based with career guidance and a self-discovery experience. Through this course, students will have the opportunity to discover the answers to three important questions: Who am I? What do I want? How do I get it? Students explore their own unique abilities, ambitions, and dreams. They learn that knowledge can help them plan for the future and enjoy a successful life.
The materials used in Freshman Seminar are based on the idea that everyone has strengths and should be given a chance to use them to succeed. These materials encourage group input and hands-on learning and foster relationships within the class.
The curriculum promotes a high level of self-reflection, which is critical to the successful transition from child to adult, student to worker. During the process of self-discovery, students develop a vision for their future and begin developing realistic life plans. This class will benefit all students when making these decisions.
The Career Choicescurriculum offers an effective and creative way to promote authentic learning. It offers students a fresh perspective on literature and comfort when using computers and navigating the internet for information useful in daily life. Career Choicesallows the teacher to integrate a variety of subjects to support learning in other classes, such as math.
Freshman Seminar benefits not only the student, but also, the community. It offers students a chance to see how various subjects relate to them and to their place in the world. Students will understand the personal benefits of staying in school and putting forth their best effort. This will provide RobesonCounty with a better prepared workforce.
Career Choices Curriculum.
Career Management Success Standards
Standard 1.0-Students will display attitudes necessary for achieving personal and academic success.
Standard 2.0-Students will demonstrate attitudes, skills, and strategies necessary for achieving workplace success.
Standard 3.0-Students will use teamwork skills to accomplish goals, solve problems, and manage conflict within groups.
Standard 4.0-Students will communicate effectively and comprehend oral and written communication.
Standard 5.0-Students will demonstrate job-seeking skills and exhibit employability characteristics required for employability and job retention in the workplace.
Standard 6.0-Students will adapt to the requirements of specific business or industry employability and job retention in the workplace.
Standard 7.0-Students will demonstrate leadership, citizenship, and teamwork skills required for success in the school, community, and workplace.
Standard 8.0-Students will integrate multiple roles and responsibilities in family, work, and community settings.
Standard 9.0-Students will perform basic PC operations and file management using appropriate software.
Standard 10.0-Students will explore career opportunities and career paths offered in the local education system.
Required materials:
(1) 3-subject spiral-bound composition book.
(2) Pencils/Pens will not be provided, so students will need a supply of them.
(3) Highlighters and Coloring Pencils will not be provided, so students will need these if they choose to use them.
(4) Kleenex tissues, hand sanitizer, and white-out will not be provided, so students will need these if they choose to use them.
Daily Work & Participation: Students are expected to complete all in-class assignments. If assignments are not completed in class, they must be completed at home. Students will receive prior notification of due dates for assignments such as tests or projects. The Power of “I” allows students extra time (two weeks) to complete assignments and this is strictly followed.After that time, students will receive a “0” on the assignment that has not been completed. Participation in class discussions is important to assess student learning.
Mid-term Exam: 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. Final Exam: The entire curriculum.
Course Grading Criteria:
PSRC grading scale: Freshman Seminar grading scale:
A =90-100 Tests: 35% Quizzes: 20% Projects: 20%
B =80-89 Classwork/Teamwork: 25%
C =70-79
D =60-69
F =below 60
Classroom Behavior: The St. Pauls High SchoolRed FlagDiscipline Plan will be followed in the class. Refer to your Student Handbook for details of expectations for behavior. Students are expected to run errands, use the restroom, sharpen pencils, etc. between classes. My classroom rules are posted in the classroom and are as follows:
- Be on time. Tardiness is reported to administrator.
- Follow classroom procedures and handbook rules.
- Turn cell phones to silent or vibrate before coming to class. Do Not Have a Phone Out in Class.
- Be courteous and respectful.
- Be alert, attentive, and actively involved in all classroom activities.
- When the tardy bell rings, be in your seat working on the starter activity.
- Food and drink are not allowed in the classroom. (Diabetics may be an exception)
If a student chooses to break one of the classroom rules or a school rule, the following steps will be taken:
1st time: Warning: teacher/student conference
2nd time: Documented Class Intervention/conference/attempt to contact parent
3rd time: Parental Contact/telephone, conference, academic code 2
4thtime: Referral to the SPHS administration
The above plan is only for Class 1 Offenses.
Severe disruption: Referral to the SPHS administration
****In the case of the teacher not being able to contact the parent by phone or email, a code 2 will be administered by an administrator so that the teacher can conference with the parent.
Class Attendance, Tardiness, and Leaving Class: Students are expected to attend class daily. Students will not be allowed to leave class, except for emergencies. Should there be a condition which requires special attention, the parent should bring that to the attention of the teacher.Tardiness will be handled through the office, so students need to be on time every day.
Progress Reports:Interim Progress reports will be sent home every four and one-half weeks. It is required for students to get progress reports signed. Upon return of a signed progress report, students will receive a quiz grade of a “100.” If progress reports are not returned signed students will not be penalized.
Students and Parents:
Please feel free to contact us [Sharon Oxendine & Amber Tyson] when you have questions, concerns, or suggestions and comments. We are dedicated to the success of all of our students and are committed to the highest standards and expectations. Please know we need everyone to be involved and dedicated so our students can achieve their goals. Messages may be left with our staff at (910) 865-4177 or our teachers can be emailed at the following addresses:
Sharon Oxendine
Amber Tyson
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