Parents please fill out form below

after reading Consent Letter

Course Description

In this class students will focus on fine woodworking techniques and measurement while building smaller projects. Students will learn how to safely operate different pieces of woodworking equipment and finishing techniques.

MN State Standards

This course reinforces several of the MN State Standards that are formally assessed in our core classes.

Course Outline

• Measurement
• Safety
• Napkin holder
• Box
• Camp Chair
• Choice Project

*Please note that the course outline is subject to change.*

Homework Procedures

• Late work may be accepted based on individual circumstances until the unit is complete.
• Homework is due as indicated on the board and as announced. Very little unless not completed in class.

Expected Class Habits and Procedures

You will:

• work cooperatively.
• think for yourselves.
• respect others.
• produce projects to the best of your ability.

Cell Phone

A student will not need a cellular device in this classroom unless advised by the instructor the day prior. Phone should be turned off and out of sight. Students will have access to the computer lab for any research or design needs. Failure to follow these rules will result in being subject to the school’s cellphone policy.

Supplies:

You will need to provide:

• Writing utensils (pens and pencils)
• Hearing protection (if needed/ wanted)

Grading

• You will be graded on the basis of tests, projects, daily work, and participation. For each unit,
• Participation is critical. Your participation in discussions, and working with equipment are essential to your success in this classroom.
• You will receive grade reports on a regular basis. I encourage you to keep a record of your grade. If, at any time, you want an additional grade report, please ask.

Tests and Assessments

All major due dates will be announced in class. However, all tests and projects will be due towards the end of the time frame for each unit.

Mr. Beres’ Parent Consent Letter

Letter Dear Parents and Guardians:

As part of RSS’s applied skills and technical education program, your son or daughter will be exposed to and have the opportunity to operate various types tools of power machinery. We would like to stress that, before a student is allowed to operate equipment and use tools:

1. He / She will be instructed on the safe use of each power tool he / she will be allowed to use.

2. His / Her operating procedures will be checked by the teacher.

3. He / She will be supervised while operating the equipment.

We want you to know that students’ safety is a very important issue and that safety is stressed in our department and throughout the school. Safety is a culture, and it is each student’s responsibility to not only conduct themselves safely, but also the safety of others. There have been a wide range of rules in place to help ensure student safety, but if these rules are not upheld the offending student will be immediately removed from the class. You are encourage to review the safety rules and guidelines for your own reference which can be accessed on Google Classroom when we start our safety unit.

In order for us to have an awareness of your knowledge of your child’s activities, we must have your consent before allowing your child to use any equipment or tool. By filing out the form with your information it will give this consent. If you have any questions or concerns about these matters please feel free to contact me anytime.

Professionally,

Trevor Beres

Technology Education Teacher