Let’s Get Ag-quainted
What does Horticulture focus on?
Plant biology, propagation, and sustainable growing practices
What should you do as soon as you walk in the door?
Say hi to Mrs. Merrill :) and check the board for instructions
What percent of your grade is in-class assignments?
40%
Is participation part of your grade?
Yes! Duh
What classroom is Mrs. Merrill in?
D4!
Name two major topics we’ll study this year.
Plant Anatomy & Physiology, Plant Reproduction, Soil, etc.
What do you do before and after using the bathroom?
Sign out/in and leave your phone
What happens to your grade for late work?
-5% per late day
What are two things that earn full participation credit?
Stay on task, contribute, follow phone rules, avoid side talk
What livestock species does Merrill advise?
What pathway is this class a part of?
Floriculture
Where do you find missed handouts?
Extra Copy Tray
What percent is FFA and SAE each?
10% each
What should you do with borrowed supplies?
Return them neatly
What is one of Mrs. Merrill's pets names?
Hayden, Nemo, Spot, Callie, etc.
What are two ways we’ll learn in this class?
Labs, group projects, class discussions
What happens if you leave materials out or don’t plug in Chromebooks?
You may lose tech/material privileges :(
Can you turn in late work after a unit ends?
No!
What happens if you cheat or plagiarize?
Automatic zero, referral, parent contact
What did Mrs. Merrill study in college?
Animal Science and Ag Education!
What's one of our goals in this class?
Name three parts of our daily routine.
Check board, be seated before bell, warm-up
What must you do to reschedule missed assignments?
Check Google Classroom and email/talk to Merrill!
What phrase sums up how to act in this class?
Respect yourself, others, and your teacher
How long has Mrs. Merrill been a teacher at THS?
4 years!