Landscape Construction & Plant Technology

10 pts. Student exemplifies highest standard in work ethic. Motivated, on task and focused from start to finish of session No reminders about proper behavior Prepared for theory / chores No safety related issues Self-reliant, stays on task, completes tasks in a timely fashion Organized work area, Appropriate clean up Contributes toward teamwork Proper use and ethical care of equipment, materials, and plants Follows directions Does more than assigned share Demonstrates leadership or contributes toward peer coaching/training

9 pts.Student displays above average standards. Motivation and time on task is above average. No reminders about proper behavior Prepared for theory / chores No safety related issues Self-reliant, stays on task, completes tasks in a timely fashion Organized work area, Appropriate clean up Contributes toward teamwork Proper use and ethical care of equipment, materials, and livestock Follows directions Does more than assigned share

8 pts. Student shows average level of compliance. Student needs some direction and occasional reminders to say on task and focused. No/minimal reminders about proper behavior Prepared for theory / chores No safety related issues Basically self-reliant, mostly stays on task, completes tasks Adequate clean up Contributes toward teamwork Proper use and ethical care of equipment, materials, and plants Follows directions

7 pts.Student has minor behavioral issues not requiring a disciplinary referral and/or frequent redirection/reminders. Minor behavior issue Unprepared for theory / chores Minor safety related issues Reminders concerning student’s being self-reliant, staying on task, completing tasks in a timely fashion and following directions Impeding other student’s progress Minimal effort to contribute toward teamwork Reminders concerning proper use and ethical care of equipment, materials, and plants Reminders concerning organization and clean up

6 pts.Student is exhibiting a poor work ethic that impacts his/her ability to function at teacher and/or industry standards. Behavior issue or Safety issue resulting in a disciplinary referral/action Unprepared – repeat offense Minor safety related issue – repeat offense Disciplinary action assigned concerning proper use and ethical care of equipment, materials, and plants Disciplinary action assigned concerning impeding other student’s progress Disciplinary action assigned concerning student’s being self-reliant, staying on task, completing tasks in a timely fashion and following directions

5-0 pts. Student work ethic is below expected levels due to behavioral and/or attendance issues. Students also receive grades of 5-0 based on % of days attended, excused absences as well as tardiness and early dismissals.

Grade Equivalents: 90% - 100% AStudent level of performance is at the highest level 80% - 89% BStudent level of performance is well above the average level 70% - 79% CStudent is at an average level of performance 60% - 69% DStudent is well below average level of performance 0% - 59% FStudent performance is unacceptable in career field *** IF A STUDENT EARNS A 69% OR BELOW FOR THEIR FINAL GRADE FOR THE YEAR THEY MAY BE DENIED ENTRY INTO THE SAME PROGRAM FOR THE FOLLOWING YEAR

No reminders about proper behavior Prepared for theory and chores No safety related issues Self-reliant, Stays on task, Completes task in a timely fashion Organized work area, Appropriate clean-up

Contributes towards teamwork Proper use and ethical care of materials and equipment Follows directions Does more than assigned share Demonstrates leadership or contributes toward peer coaching/training

 To develop the self-confidence to approach life proactively  To be proud of your knowledge and seek continued learning  To always do the best you can  To accept responsibility for your actions  To embrace the importance of respect, honesty and integrity in your life  To have the courage to persist and do the next ‘right’ thing

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