Course Syllabus

Practicum in Law

Course Name:	Practicum in Law Enforcement	Teacher:	Todd Owens
Year:	2020-2021	Email:	towens1@saisd.net
Course Credit:	2	Room:	2611
Grade:	11-12	Conference:	6th period

 

Course Overview & Objectives

 

Course Description

The Practicum is designed to give students supervised practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum will allow students to put their previous knowledge into practical usage. In addition, the students will develop soft skills, public speaking, organization, teamwork, resume writing and other vastly important skills that are necessary for todays workforce. This course will also offer two industry certifications which will help them to obtain jobs in the future.

 

Course Requirements

This course is recommended for students in Grades 11-12. Recommended prerequisite: Principles of Law, Law I, Law II and Criminal Investigations.

Course Materials

Each student is required to bring the following materials to class daily:

• Pen/pencil
• USB Flash Drive (recommended)

Occasionally, non-standard supplies, not available on campus, will be required to complete student project deliverables (i.e. poster board, colored paper, etc.)

Consequences

Students who do not comply with the Hurricane Rules will receive consequences that include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Student/Teacher Conference
• Parent Contact
• Parent/Teacher Conference
• Counselor Support
• Discipline Referral

 

Academic Dishonesty

Students found to have engaged in academic dishonesty shall be subject to grade penalties on assignments or tests and disciplinary penalties in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.  Academic dishonesty includes cheating or copying the work of another student, plagiarism, and unauthorized communication between students during an examination.  The determination that a student has engaged in academic dishonesty shall be based on the judgment of the classroom teacher or another supervising professional employee, taking into consideration written materials, observation, or information from students.

 

Computer Usage

Computers are to be used for educational purposes only.  By touching the computers, students agree to follow the SAISD Student Acceptable Use Policy for the Electronic Communications Systems.

 

Electronic devices Policy

Cell phones and MP3 players are not allowed during the class period.  All electronics are to be turned off and put away (in students’ backpacks or assigned spot).  Electronics will be confiscated if they are out as per school policy.  This policy will be strictly enforced.  Electronics that are confiscated will be held according to the following policy and the teacher is not responsible for the loss or damage of an electronic device that was confiscated:

 

            1^st Time:          1^st I will request you put the device away.

            2^nd Time:          2^nd time the electronic device will be held until the end of the day.

            3^rd Time:          3^rd time Parent/Guardian must pick up the electronic device

 

The district is not responsible for the loss or theft of any personal cell phone or other electronic device.  Jefferson High School will not spend time investigating the loss or theft of cell phones/Electronic Devices.  The security of cell phone/electronic device is the sole responsibility of the student.  If a cell phone is lost or stolen a report may be filed with SAISD Police.

 

Tardy Policy

The Mustang Tardy Policy will be strictly enforced.  If you arrive late to class, you must have a tardy pass from an administrator.  You will be asked to sign the Tardy Log upon arrival.  Tardy consequences include, but are not limited to, parent notification and OCI.  Three (3) tardies will equal one (1) day in OCI and parent notification.

Dress Code

The SAISD and SHHS dress code will be strictly enforced.  If you are not wearing a school uniform, you will not be admitted to class and will be asked to see an administrator.  You will be counted absent if you do not return to class that day.

 

Links

SAISD Homepage:  http://www.saisd.net

Schoology: https://saisd.schoology.net

 

SAISD Classlink SSO

 

SAISD Student Bill of Rights | Code of Conduct

Class Expectations

All students must follow the Hurricane Non-Negotiable Behaviors:

• Be in appropriate school uniform
• Be on time and seated before the tardy bell rings
• Be prepared to learn with heads up and supplies ready
• Use appropriate language at all times
• Keep hands, feet, and other objects to yourself
• Everyone is safe to participate in the learning environment
• Keep all electronics turned off and put away

 

Classroom Management

A positive and respectful attitude is expected of all students, this includes respecting others’ thoughts, feelings, work and individuality.  Students should demonstrate positive behavior at all times.  Positive behavior will be recognized, and a student may receive Mustang Bucks for following expectations. 

 

If a student should not maintain a positive behavior, I will visit with him/her and we will try to resolve the issue together.  If this does not solve the problem, possible consequences may be enforced.

 Online Etiquette

• Just as in the classroom I expect that all students will be respectful towards myself and one another. 
• No inappropriate language or images will be permitted.
• Be on-time to class just as you would in a face to face setting.
• Refrain from being a distraction and participate.
• If we accomplish the above mentioned then we will have a very successful year.