Topics of Study: Course Description:

This course introduces students to responsible nurturing and basic

applications of child development theory. Emphasis is on parents
responsibilities and the infuences they have on children while providing care
and guidance. Skills in communication, resource management, and problem
solving are reinforced in this course.
Parenthood ecision
!hild !are "ssues
Prenatal evelopment
!omponents of a healthy pregnancy and delivery
"nfant evelopment
Toddler evelopment
Preschooler evelopment
Supplies Needed:
Three#$ing %inder
!omposition &otebook
Attendance Policy:
'll students are e(pected to attend class daily and arrive on time. 'ny
student that reports to class after the bell rings will be marked tardy. 'fter
the )
rd
tardy, the student will be assigned to Saturday School.
Grading Categories:
Tests and *ui++es, )-.
/a0or Pro0ects, )1.
!lasswork , )1.
Late Work/ Makeup Policy: "f a student has an e(cused absence from
class s2he is responsible for assignments missed. The student must contact
me to arrange to make up any missed assignments. " will give the student an
allotted amount of time to make up the assignments missed. "f the student
does not make up the work in the time allotted, a failing grade will be given
for that assignment.
!e"a#ior $%pectations: Students are e(pected to follow the rules and
regulations of my classroom, 'ustin 3igh School, and the 'ustin "ndependent
School istrict.
Classroo& 'ules
4. $espect the instructor, yourself and others.
5. %e on time and ready to learn.
). 6ollow the directions given by the teacher.
7. 8eep your hands and feet to yourself.
1. Electronic devices must be on silent and put away during
instructional time.
Conse(uences:
4St 9:ence;arning
5nd 9:ence !onference with student
)rd 9:encePhone call to parents
7th 9:ence'dministrative $eferral
< Severe isruption, Student will be sent to the o=ce immediately. <
Daily 'outines
!efore Class !egins:
Enter the classroom >uietly
Sharpen pencils, get tissue, etc.
Pull out materials needed for class? te(tbook, notebook, 0ournal, and
pencils2pens
%egin working on the %ell ;ork >uestion
During Class:
3ave paper ready for notes
6ocus on lesson and teacher.
@isten carefully and follow directions
'sk >uestions if there is something that you do not understand
!omplete all assignments
Class Dis&issal:
Pack up bags and clean up around your area when signaled by teacher
;hen dismissed by teacher, students may e(it the classroom
Tips for Students:
En0oy the world of !hild evelopment, "t is essential for our students to
en0oy the class and have fun. Encouraging creativity and promoting
cooperative learning is practiced on a daily basis.
&ote taking is imperative in this class. Students are re>uired to take
notes on a daily basis. $andom note book checks will be done
periodically by the instructor.
!ome with a positive attitude every day.