Course Syllabus

Central High School

Business/Marketing Department: Career and Technology Education

 

Mr. Wesley Haynes

Phone: 817-744-2221-2132

Email: Wesley.haynes@kellerisd.net

Room: C101

Conference: 3A & 4B

 

Entrepreneurship Syllabus

 

Course Description:

Students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to become an entrepreneur. Students will learn the principles necessary to begin and operate a business. The primary focus of the course is to help students understand the process of analyzing a business opportunity, preparing a business plan, determining feasibility of an idea using research, and developing a plan to organize and promote the business and its products and services. In addition, students understand the capital required, the return on investment desired, and the potential for profit.

 

Textbook:   Entrepreneurship Ideas In Action, Second Edition:  Green, Cynthia L.:

                    Thomson South-Western, Manson, NY

 

Software: Students will be using Virtual Business Management Software, which is a business program that lets students begin by manage a small facility and control limited factors. As they grow in business knowledge, they can lease as much space as they want and grow into manufacturing giants. In advanced projects, students can lay out factory floors and office environments to maximize output and minimize cost. In the process, students deal with absent employees, fast workers and slow workers, strikes, accidents and more.

 

Tutorial Times:  8:00-8:25 am Tuesday and after school Monday's or by appointment.

 

Materials Needed: 1 spiral notebook, pens/pencils. Additional items for projects will be noted for the assignment.

 

Donations of appropriate magazines would be greatly appreciated. These could include:

 

Travel Magazines; Time; Newsweek; Fast Company; Entertainment Magazines (People); Sports Magazines (ESPN); Forbes, etc.

Disclaimer

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Acts of 1973, as amended; and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992, the Keller Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, or handicap.

De acuerdo con el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; el Título IX de las Enmiendas en la Educación de 1972; la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda; y El Titulo II del Acta de 1992 para Personas Discapacitadas, El Distrito Escolar de Keller no discrimina por motivos de raza, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, sexo o incapacìdad.

 

Classroom Expectations

  1. Be Prepared
  2. Be Respectful
  3. Be Responsible
  4. Be Involved
  5. Follow all CHS/KISD rules and expectations.

            So, what does this mean?

 

The difference between classroom expectations and classroom rules:

Rules are created and enforced to prevent unwanted but expected behavior. Expectations are what is expected from each student during each class.

 

Classroom Rules

Be Respectful & Responsible. 

  • Arrive on Time with an Open Mind
  • Come Prepared and Make an Honest Effort Each Day
  • Take Initiative by Completing Work On Time, Cleaning Up Your Area, & Always Show Respect
  • Support Each Other & Offer Assistance
  • Students may listen to music while completing seat work
  • Upon successful completion of all work (no missing work), students may use cell phones and/or electronic devices

 

Consequences:  If you choose to break a rule……..

1st time = Warning

2nd time = Parent phone call/ detention

3rd time = Parent contact /office referral

 

Classroom Procedures

 

Entering/Exiting the Classroom: You are to enter the classroom calmly and quietly and begin the bell work assignment. Students who do not do this will be asked to leave and reenter as expected.  You should exit the classroom in the same manner.  The bell does not dismiss you. Do not line up at the door; remain seated until I dismiss you. All materials and trash should be put into the correct places and chairs should be pushed under the desk.

 

TardiesA student who is in the classroom when the bell finishes is considered tardy. You will need to go to the office for a pass to enter the class.

 

Hall passes: The restroom may  be used in emergencies.  A pass is required for leaving class.  Only one student mat be out at a time. Do not ask to use the restroom and run an errand during class time.  Take care of your business before class begins!

 

Cheating: Cheating results in an automatic zero for all parties involved.

 

Electronic Devices: As per the CHS Student Code of Conduct, electronic devices (cell phones, handheld music devices, etc.) are not allowed in the classroom. You will, however, be allowed to use your cell phone before/after school, between passing periods, and during lunch. Do not come into my classroom while talking on your phone. If you have any electronic device that is not class related out during class, I will confiscate the item.  It will be given to our building secretary and you must pay a fee of $15.00 to retrieve it.

 

Bell work: Everyday will begin with some type of bell work activity.  It will be submitted through Edmodo unless otherwise instructed.  Be sure to date your work every day. Assignments will be uploaded to Edmodo.  

Late work:  Will only be accepted at a reduced grade and at teacher’s discretion.

 

Make-Up Work: If you are absent, it is your responsibility to get the missed assignment, make it up, & turn in.

 

Retaking Tests: If a student fails a test, that student may be one opportunity to retake that test if all formative assignments were completed and the student completed proper remediation.  They have ONE WEEK to do so.

 

Assignments: Most assignments will be completed during class time. Quizzes and tests will be given throughout the semester.

 

Grades and Grading Policy       

Grades are in two categories:

Minor grades=60% (Daily work, bell work, quizzes, etc.)

Major grades=40% (Tests, projects, presentations, research assignments, papers, etc.)

 

Six weeks grade:  Daily (Formative) Grades = 60%

Test (Summative) Grades = 40%

 

 

Semester grade:  Six weeks grades=75%

Semester Exam=25%

 

 

All rules and regulations set forth by Keller ISD, Central High School and teacher will be strictly adhered to. Please be familiar with Central High School Student Handbook.

 

We have received and read the course syllabus for Entrepreneurship.  Our signature below signifies that we agree with and fully understand the rules and consequences of this document.  As a student, I will comply with these rules and I understand that if I am tardy, absent, or suspended that I am fully responsible for all assignments missed. As a parent I will support my child’s teacher if he/she does not comply with the above mentioned rules.

 

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Cut below, return bottom portion to Ms. Moss, student keeps above portion in binder.

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I have read and understand the policies and procedures for Mrs. Moss’ Entrepreneurship class.

 

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