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MAGNET HANDBOOK

Luther Burbank High School

1002 Edwards St., San Antonio, TX 78204

2014-2015

It is the policy of San Antonio ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Es norma del distrito de San Antonio no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo o impedimento, en sus programas, servicios o actividades vocacionales, tal como lo requieren el Título VI de la Ley de Deprechos Civiles de 1964, según enmienda; el Título IX de las Emmiendas en la Educación, de 1972, y la Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973, según enmienda.

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Table of Contents

3) Letter to Students and Parents

4) Vision/Mission/Staff

6) Annual Events

7) BAS Historical Timeline

8) BAS Magnet Pathways

Course Descriptions and Four Year Graduation Plans Certifications Free to BAS Magnet Students

16) Student Expectations: Magnet School Standards

17) BAS Magnet and FFA: Requirements and Explanations Code of Conduct/Code of Ethics FFA: Emblem Creed and Motto FFA Member Participation Point System

Official Dress & How to Wear Awards How to Purchase an FFA Jacket Burbank FFA Constitution & Bylaws

27) Project Selection: Supervised Agricultural Experience

Estimated Animal Project Expenses Supplies/Facilities/Project Guidelines

39) Required Forms Project Center Agreement Animal Welfare Agreement Pen Agreement Livestock Feeder’s Contract Burbank FFA Emergency Information Form Parent/Guardian & Student Notice Web Publishing Permission Field Trip Permission Form Permission to Photograph Student/Parent Acknowledgement Form FFA Booster Club

51) Miscellaneous Veterinarian Addresses Related Websites Hot Texas Ag Facts

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To the Burbank Agricultural Science Magnet Student: Thank you for selecting the Burbank Agricultural Science Magnet (BAS). BAS is both home of a rigorous college preparatory program and the locale of the Luther Burbank Chapter of the Future Farmers of America (FFA). This handbook will answer many questions about the next four years, so keep it nearby and refer to it often. To the Parents: We created this handbook for you and your child to use as a reference during the high school experience. It was specifically prepared to answer as many questions as possible about the magnet program and expectations for participation. Our growth and impact on agricultural education can be traced back to 1937 when Luther Burbank Vocational High School was the only school in San Antonio to offer an agriculture program. Located on the 1872 Capt. Finis Foster Collins purchase, the original campus included a 75-acre farm and focused on educating boys from nearby family farms. Today, the agriculture program involves both females and males in the pursuit of over 300 employment opportunities in agricultural science throughout the city, state and the world. Your child will continue to make Burbank history by participating in one of the newest programs in SAISD. We offer not only classroom instruction but also field experiences where students acquire the skills in leadership, teamwork and responsibility that are needed for 21st century careers. Therefore, we ask for your support throughout the next four years as we all work and learn together. Burbank High School BAS Team _____________ ______________ M. Yesenia Cordova, Mary B. Garcia, Principal BAS Magnet Coordinator _____________ _____________ _____________ Gerard Silva, Jeffrey Braune, Jose Cano, Agriculture Teacher Agriculture Teacher Ag Mechanics Teacher

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Vision

Our vision at Burbank Agricultural Science Magnet is to create a positive learning environment that will support the integration of our academic and agricultural programs. Our goal is for all students to increase their knowledge and experience through work-based opportunities such as apprenticeships, internships, and participation in service learning.

Mission

The Burbank Agricultural Science Magnet is a college and career preparatory program that provides opportunities for diverse students from across the city to study agriculture and develop marketable skills, as well as college level competencies. We will produce technologically proficient graduates with the knowledge and passion to transform urban agriculture.

Burbank Agricultural Science Staff

Mr. Gerard Silva

Agricultural Science Teacher [email protected]

(210) 228-1210 ext 32064

Mr. Jeffrey Braune Agricultural Science Teacher

[email protected] (210) 228-1210 ext 32049

Mr. Jose Cano

Ag Mechanics Teacher [email protected]

(210) 228-1210 ext 32051

Mary B. Garcia BAS Magnet Coordinator

[email protected] (210) 228-1210 ext 32064

mailto:[email protected]




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Burbank Agricultural Science – Core Faculty

Teacher Subject Email Laura Contreras PAP English I [email protected]

Araceli Waddle PAP English II [email protected]

Charles Mejia AP English III/IV [email protected]

Val Bunce PAP Algebra I&II [email protected]

Leslie Maydwell PAP Geometry [email protected]

Dora Rodriguez PAP Pre-Calculus [email protected]

Mari Brown PAP Biology [email protected]

Sasha Menard PAP Chemistry [email protected]

Leilani Umadhay PAP Physics [email protected] Scott Jones AP Physics, Chembridge [email protected] Joe Sanchez PAP World Geography [email protected] Carlos Deleon PAP World History [email protected] Martin Ramirez AP US History [email protected]

Teachers of core courses incorporate agricultural concepts into their curriculum and utilize real-world experiences to enhance the agriculture connection.














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ANNUAL EVENTS

October:

National FFA Convention – (October 29-November 1, 2014) Indianapolis, Indiana or Louisville, Kentucky

Students are chosen through an application process; they must be in good academic standing.

November:

Ag in the City: Ag Fair for SAISD 4th Graders Where: Burbank Agricultural Science Facility

Date: Thursday before Thanksgiving break, November 20, 2014

LDE Competitions

December to January:

Bexar County Junior Livestock Show Where: Animal Show Barns behind the Joe Freeman Coliseum FFA students compete in the categories of AG mechanics, goats, lambs, steer, and swine.

February:

San Antonio Livestock Exposition Showing livestock, AG mechanics projects and conducting school tours

San Angelo Stock Show Showing livestock and AG mechanics projects

March:

Houston Livestock Show Showing livestock and AG mechanics projects

Austin Livestock Show Showing livestock

April:

CDE Competitions

May:

Burbank End of Year Appreciation Banquet Where: Burbank High School Cafeteria – 6:00-8:00 PM Complimentary Dinner for students, two parents, and staff An end of the year review and celebration of FFA Highlights Introduction of new FFA officers for the upcoming year Awards Recognition

June:

Washington Leadership Conference Note: These dates are illustrative only of the timeline; students are not required to participate in every event.

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BURBANK AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE: HISTORICAL TIMELINE

1872: Capt. Finis Foster Collins purchased a tract of nearly 200 acres within the San Antonio city limits 1906: Flowing artesian well drilled by Capt. Collins on the property 1937: Burbank High School opened on 75 acres of Capt Collins’ original tract which included a flowing artesian well. Named after Luther Burbank, the famed California horticulturist, the initial student body of 550 had the first agriculture program in San Antonio which included a student farm laboratory. 1940s – 1950s:

Following the Depression, students were paid 10¢ to 20¢ per hour to plant crops, plow fields and cut

grass, earning a maximum of $6.00 a month

Students built a feed barn and laying houses for hens

Raised over 250 hens per year

Produced top Duroc hog herds shipping to Venezuela, Mexico, and many states in U.S.

Students raised crops and poultry on a large scale and sold them at the downtown Farmers Market,

depositing the funds into the school farm to defray costs

Burbank had the largest Future Farmer Chapter in Texas: Grand Champion Boar of the Texas State Fair

was raised at the Burbank farm (1949)

―Burbank High School farm . . . operates what is probably the most widely known school farm in the

U.S.‖ San Antonio Light (circa 1950)

1965: The size of the farm was decreased to 47 acres to build a new auditorium, south wing and parking lot 1971: Enrollment exceeds 2000 and offers 16 vocational programs 1974: More enrollment required more classrooms, reducing the farm from 47 to 27 acres. New renovations included a greenhouse for horticulture. Females were allowed in the agriculture program. 1980: Star Seed and Grain Corporation collaborated with Burbank students on a hybrid cabbage project. 2000 to 2010:

Burbank no longer focuses on the family farm but rather the pursuit of a career in one of over 300 agricultural related employment opportunities

The program comprises four acres and is located in the center of the SAISD Sports Complex. Eight buildings remain which include classroom space and area to accommodate the following animals 24/7:

Breeding animals (swine and goats)

Show pigs, goats and lambs

Poultry

The state of the art greenhouse and floral design studio offer hands-on learning opportunities in horticulture

Students continue to grow vegetables and sell them at area farmers markets

Ag in the City, an annual fourth grade fair on the Burbank campus, introduces inner city children to the possibilities of agribusiness which accounts for 18% of all jobs in Bexar County

2011: BURBANK AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE (BAS) MAGNET OFFICIALLY BEGINS AT BURBANK HIGH SCHOOL IN THE SAN ANTONIO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 2015: Projected completion of new construction at the Agricultural Complex, including an additional lab classroom, updates to Floral Design facility, updates to Farrowing House, and all new Breeding and show barns for swine, horses, sheep, goats, and poultry.

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Burbank Agricultural Science Magnet Pathways

Magnet students will select pathway courses in one of four areas of interest:

Grade Level

Animal Science Veterinary Science Plant Science Mechanics Systems

9th

Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

(1 credit)

Principles of Agriculture

(1 credit) OR

Energy, Power & Transportation Systems

(1 credit)

10th

Livestock Production

(1 credit)

Livestock Production

(1 credit)

Principles & Elements of

Floral Design (1 credit)

Agriculture Mechanics &

Metal Technologies (1 credit)

11th

Small Animal Management

(1 credit)

Vet Med Apps

(1 credit)

Requires 500 hours of practice/experience with certified Vet or Vet Tech

Horticulture Science

(1 credit) and/or Adv. Plant & Soil Science

(1 Science credit)

Agriculture Facilities Design & Fabrication

(2 credits)

And/Or

Agriculture Power Systems

(2 credits)

12th

Advanced Animal

Science (1 credit)

AND

Business Management

(1 credit)

Practicum in Veterinary

Science (2-3 credits)

Adv. Plant & Soil Science

(1 Science credit) and….

Business Management (1 credit) and/or

Practicum in Agriculture, Food & Natural

Resources I (2 credits)

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Practicum (2-3 credits)

High School Certifications Available:

Certified Veterinary Assistant (Pre-Vet Med Program)

Irrigator

Landscape Design and/or High School Floral Design

Junior Master Gardner

Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation

10-Hour General OSHA Certification

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Principles of Agriculture, Food, & Natural Resources Course No: 7033 2 Sem, 1 Credit If you like plants and animals, you’ll love this course! It is a hands-on class that teaches the basics of agriculture including various animal breeds and plant species as well as the fundamentals of Ag mechanics while developing leadership and personal skills that will help you in the workplace as well as in school. Agricultural Mechanics and Metal Technologies Course No: 7028 2 Sem, 1 Credit Whether you live on a farm or in the city, you’ll benefit from this class that teaches the skills and safety rules to operate tools as well as electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, fencing, concrete, and metal working. Horticulture Science Course No: 7013 2 Sem, 1 Credit Houses are prettier and people are healthier when plants are around, especially indoors. Learn which species thrive inside and outside, which insects are threats, and what common diseases will kill your plants. (Hint: It is NOT H1N1!) Principles and Elements of Floral Design (Fine Arts Credit) (Fine Arts credit) Course No: 7015 2 Sem, 1 Credit Save money, learn a new skill, and earn a fine arts credit! Floral design is a class where you learn to handle and arrange flowers and make corsages and boutonnieres. Think homecoming, think Valentines, think career opportunities! Wildlife, Fisheries, and Ecology Management Course No: 7000 1 Sem, ½ Credit Course No: 7016 2 Sem, 1 Credit If you like to hunt and/or fish, this is the course of a lifetime! You’ll learn the careers available in these areas as well as your responsibilities as a citizen. If you have never been to the ocean or seen a wild animal in its environment, you will still benefit from this class. The course examines the management of game and non-game-wildlife species, fish and aqua crops and their ecological needs as related to current agricultural practices. Agriculture Facilities Design and Fabrication Prerequisite: Ag Mech & Metal Tech Course No: 7017 2 Sem, 1 Credit Course No: 7020 2 Sem, 2 Credits If you enjoyed Ag Mech, you want to sign up for this course! You will have the opportunity to develop building plans, select site locations, estimate building costs as well as demonstrate the use of various meters, survey equipment, electrical systems repair, and safe electrical welding. You also learn a lot about going into business for yourself. Agriculture Power Systems Course No: 7018 2 Sem, 1 Credit Course No: 7021 2 Sem, 2 Credits This course is about power! (Engines, not politicians!) Operate and repair everything from generators to tractors while you learn about different energy sources used in agriculture. This is a practical course with a lot of activity both in the classroom and outside. Veterinary Medical Applications Course No: 7025 2 Sem, 1 Credit If you think you MIGHT want to work with animals, either as a veterinarian or on a ranch, you need this course. It is an upfront, firsthand look at what animal care requires. The best part is that you can receive your Veterinary Assistants Certification and get experience working with a local vet while meeting the certification requirements. Small Animal Management (Cats, dogs, & other four-legged creatures) Course No: 7002 1 Sem, ½ Credit Course No: 7003 2 Sem, 1 Credit No more dirty dogs and shedding cats in your house. In this class you’ll learn how to bathe and groom your pets (or someone else’s) as well as important information to keep them healthy. You’ll learn amazing facts about various mammals, reptiles and birds that can serve you well as a pet owner, volunteer, or career animal care-giver. Livestock Production Course No: 7004 1 Sem, ½ Credit Course No: 7005 2 Sem, 1 Credit In this class, you’ll learn everything from how ice cream is made from milk to how a chicken lays an egg. You’ll learn the difference between beef cattle and dairy cattle as well as the source for pork and chicken. There will be many hands-on opportunities with various farm animals. Future veterinarians, this is a must have course for you! Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources I Prerequisite: Ag/Food/Natural Resource Course No: 7029 2 Sem, 2 Credits Course No: 7030 2 Sem, 3 Credits Practicum in Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources II Prerequisite: Practicum Ag/Food/Natural Resource Course No: 7034 2 Sem, 2 Credits Course No: 7035 2 Sem, 3 Credits When you think you want to work in an agriculture profession, these are must-have courses. There are all kinds of possibilities in a practicum. On some campuses you might be employed in an agriculturally related job, on others you can work on an independent study. Or, you may have a mentor that teaches you the tricks of the trade. Check with your Ag teacher to understand the opportunities in this class.

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Burbank High School 2014-15 Distinguished Level of Achievement Class of 2018 Graduation Plan

9th 10th 11th 12th

Period Four Year Plan

1 English I English II English III English IV

2 Algebra I Geometry Algebra II 4th Year Math

3 Biology Chemistry Physics 4th Year Science

4 World Geography World History U. S. History Government / Economics

5 PE/PE Sub./Elective LOTE I LOTE II Elective

6 Elective Fine Arts/Elective Elective Elective

7 Elective Endorsement/Elective Endorsement/Elective Endorsement/Elective

8 Endorsement Elective Endorsement Elective Endorsement Elective Endorsement Elective

Endorsements 9th 10th 11th 12th

STEM Algebra I or Alg I PAP Geometry PAP

Geometry or Pre-AP Algebra II PAP

Algebra II or PAP Pre-Calculus PAP

Pre-Cal or PAP and AQR Calculus AB

STEM Biology Chemistry Physics 2 Advanced Science

Business & Industry

Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources (1 credit) and Dollars & Sense (1 credit)

Livestock Production (1 credit)

Veterinary Medical Applications (1 credit)

Practicum in Veterinary Science (2-3 credits)

Livestock Production (1 credit)

Small Animal Management (1 credit)

Advanced Animal Science (1 credit) and…. Business Management (1 credit)

Principles & Elements of Floral Design (1 Fine Arts credit)

Horticulture Science (1 credit) and/or Adv. Plant & Soil Science (1 Science credit)

Adv. Plant & Soil Science (1 Science credit) and…. Business Management (1 credit) and/or Practicum in Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources I (2 credits)

Agriculture Mechanics & Metal Technologies (1 credit)

Agriculture Facilities Design & Fabrication (1-2 credits) and/or Agriculture Power Systems (2 credits)

Practicum in Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources I (2 or 3 credits)

Business & Industry

Principles of Business, Marketing & Finance (1 credit) and Dollars & Sense (1 credit)

Digital & Interactive Media (1 credit)

Web Technologies (1 credit)

Animation (1-2 credits)

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Business & Industry

Dollars & Sense (1 credit)

Lifetime Nutrition & Wellness (.5 credit) and Principles of Hospitality and Tourism (1 credit)

Practicum in Hospitality Service I (2-3 credits)

Practicum in Hospitality Services II (2-3 credits) and/or Food Science (Instructor must be Science Certified or NCLB Highly Qualified- 1 Science Credit)

Business & Industry

Energy, Power & Transportation Systems (1 credit) and Dollars & Sense (1 credit)

Auto Technology (1-2 credits)

Advanced Auto Technology (2-3 credits)

Practicum in Transportation, Distribution & Logistics I (2-3 credits)

Public Services

JROTC I JROTC II JROTC III JROTC IV

Public Services Principles of Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security (1 credit) and Dollars & Sense (1 credit)

Law Enforcement I (1-2 credits)

Law Enforcement II (1-2 credits)

Forensic Science (Instructor must be Science Certified or NCLB Highly Qualified- 1 Science Credit) and/or Practicum in Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security I (2-3 credits)

Public Services Dollars & Sense (1 credit) and Intro. Cosmetology (1 credit)

Cosmetology I (2-3 credits)

Cosmetology II (2-3 credits)

Practicum in Human Services I (i.e. Cosmetology) (2-3 credits)

Arts & Humanities

Art I Theater Arts I Choir I Marching Band I Orchestra I Mariachi I Jazz Band I Spanish I Dance I

Art II Theater Arts II Choir II Marching Band II Orchestra II Mariachi II Jazz Band II Spanish II Dance II

Art III Theater Arts III Choir III Marching Band III Orchestra III Mariachi III Jazz Band III Spanish III Dance III

Art IV Theater Arts IV Choir IV Marching Band IV Orchestra IV Mariachi IV Jazz Band IV Spanish IV Dance IV

Multidisciplinary A student may earn a multidisciplinary studies endorsement by completing foundation and general endorsement requirements and: (A) four advanced courses that prepare a student to enter the workforce successfully or postsecondary education

without remediation from within one endorsement area or among endorsement areas that are not in a coherent sequence OR

(B) four credits in each of the four foundation subject areas to include English IV and chemistry and/or physics OR (C) four credits in advanced placement, International Baccalaureate, or dual credit selected from English,

mathematics, science, social studies, economics, languages other than English, or fine arts

Career Development

Available to students in all CATE Programs of Study: Course requires students to have a valid social security # and be employed throughout the duration of the year-long course.

Career Preparation I (2-3 credits)

Career Preparation II (2-3 credits)

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Recommended Burbank Agricultural Science Magnet^

4 Year Plan

^for students wanting to pursue a Vet Med degree

SUBJECT & REQUIRED CREDITS

9th GRADE 10th GRADE 11th GRADE 12TH GRADE

ENGLISH (4)

Pre AP English I Pre AP English II *AP English III (DC) *AP English IV (DC)

MATHEMATICS (4)

Algebra I+ and

Pre AP Geometry

+If not taken in 8th grade

PAP Algebra II

Pre AP Pre Calculus

AP Calculus AB or

AP Statistics

SCIENCE (4)

Pre AP Biology Pre AP Chemistry AP Physics 1 or

Vet Med Apps

Anatomy/Physiology Or

DC Chemistry (Chembridge)

SOCIAL STUDIES (3 ½)

Pre AP World Geography AP World History AP US History US Government (1/2)

ECONOMICS (1/2)

Economics (1/2)

LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH

(2 or 3)

Spanish I, II or III* Spanish IV (AP)* Spanish V (AP)*

*Students must have three consecutive years on same language for distinguished measures.

FINE ARTS (1)

Art or Music or Theater or Floral Design

AG students may take Floral Design for Fine Arts credit

PHYSICAL EDUCATION (1)

Foundations of Personal Fitness Aerobic Activities

Team or Individual Sports Athletics JROTC

Marching Band Cheerleading

SPEECH (1/2)

Communication Applications

HEALTH (1/2)

Health** **if not taken in middle school

ELECTIVES Senior mentoring

MAGNET ELECTIVE COURSES

Principles of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

Agriculture Elective

Livestock Productions


Vet Med Apps


Practicum

8 8 8 8

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Expectations for BAS Magnet Students

SAISD Magnet Standard

Enroll in PAP, Advanced Placement, Dual Credit or Tech Prep courses for college Credit – up to four per year.

Maintain UIL eligibility status each 9 weeks

Adhere to the Academic Integrity Code of Ethics outlined in SAISD Administrative Procedures

Participate/compete in a campus leadership club/organization

Complete magnet pathway sequence of courses

Complete annual summer reading assignments

Participate in a minimum of 50 service learning hours

Complete and present an individual Senior Project to a panel of experts prior to graduation

Meet or exceed State Assessment standards

Meet College Readiness Exam Standards on SAT, ACT and/or THEA

Apply to 5 or more colleges AND visit 4 or more colleges

Compile a College/Career Readiness Portfolio

Submit scholarship and college applications before priority deadlines for admissions

Graduate on time with peer group

AND

Participate and/or compete annually in one or more FFA competitive events:

SAE – Supervised Agriculture Experience CDE – Career Development Events LDE – Leadership Development Experience

Attend local, state and/or national FFA events

Comply with the expectations set forth in the SAISD BASS Handbook

Honor the FFA Code of Ethics at all times

Purchase an FFA jacket

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BAS Magnet and FFA: Requirements and Explanations

1. Each student enrolled in the Burbank Agricultural Science Magnet is required to

join the FFA.

What is FFA?

FFA is a national student-led leadership development organization for students of agricultural education.

How do you join FFA?

FFA is a part of the teaching program in agricultural sciences. The first step is to enroll in an agricultural science class. FFA activities are an outgrowth of the classroom and supervised independent enterprises and projects.

What is the annual cost to join FFA?

The dues are $20.00 per year, but are discounted to $15 if paid prior to the first scheduled meeting of the year. The fee includes: local, Alamo District, Area VII, Texas FFA Association, National FFA Association as well as a subscription to the FFA Horizons magazine which arrives after January 1st, each year.

The year a FFA member purchases the official dress wear, the expenditure increases to $80.00. ( The jacket, tie or scarf, and shipping total $65.00 in addition to the discounted dues of $15.00)

Is everyone who participates in FFA required to raise swine, live stock or poultry?

No. However, every FFA member must have a supervised agricultural experience (SAE), career development experience (CDE) or leadership development experience (LDE).

2. Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) A SAE is a project that gives members hands-on training and a chance to apply what is learned in the classroom. This is a real-life agricultural career preparation experience tied to agricultural science curriculum, student aptitudes, interests and career and educational goals.

Livestock projects are very popular, but there are many options. The three major types of SAE Activities are: Research Related Students use the scientific process as they reinforce skills and principles learned in agriculture science courses. They plan and conduct agriculturally related research projects using the scientific method and prepare a scientific report and display for judging at the state Agriscience Fair. The categories for competition are: Biochemistry/Food Science/Microbiology, Botany, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, and Zoology. Entrepreneurship Related Students plan, implement, and assume financial responsibility and risks associated with an agricultural business. Included in this activity type are the livestock projects in the Burbank Agricultural Science Studies magnet. There are opportunities to raise the following show animals: steer, swine, goats, lambs, chickens and turkeys. Placement Related (Paid/non-paid internships) Students may find an agricultural business or setting where they can learn-by-doing. These positions can be either paid or non-paid positions, used to gain experience in an agriculturally related field.

Please note the following:

All agricultural students are required to have projects documented in a record book.

Students who want to participate in FFA activities or enter their SAEs in judging contests and/or livestock shows must join FFA in order to be eligible to participate.

3. Career Development Events (CDEs): These competitions build on what is learned in agricultural

classes and encourage members to put their knowledge into practice. These events are designed to help students prepare for a career in agriculture by testing their leadership, interpersonal and teamwork skills as well as their technical application and course content. Students meet as a group outside the school day to prepare for competitions.

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A few of the CDE categories include:

Floriculture – CDE FFA members test their knowledge and skills in the production and retailing of flowers, plants and foliage. Participants must complete a general knowledge exam on the floriculture industry, identify plant materials, and demonstrate problem solving and decision-making skills, employment and customer service skills, technical floral skills and the ability to work as a team.

Livestock—CDE is a competitive activity that tests the student's ability to select and evaluate livestock. Event components include eight evaluation classes of beef, sheep, swine, and goats; oral placement reasons on four classes; and a written exam on livestock production. A team event, based on production performance records, demonstrates the team’s breeding livestock selection ability.

Ag Mechanics—CDE is a competitive activity that allows students to apply classroom knowledge to real-life situations. Activities included in the event are a written exam, a team activity, demonstration of problem-solving skills, and hands-on performance activities. Areas of emphasis include environmental and natural resource systems; machinery and equipment systems; structural and energy systems; and industry and marketing systems.

Nursery Landscape—CDE is a competitive activity in which FFA members test their knowledge and skills in nursery practices and landscaping. Contestants must complete a general knowledge exam testing horticultural principles including plant anatomy, production, marketing, turf, landscape design and maintenance. Each participant must also complete a practicum involving a landscape drawing, landscape estimating, plant propagation or potting, identification of plants, diseases and equipment.

Agricultural Issues—CDE is a competitive activity that tests students' knowledge of agricultural issues and evaluates how well they can apply classroom knowledge to real-life situations. To qualify for the National Agricultural Issues Forum CDE, teams must design a presentation that addresses multiple viewpoints of a contemporary agricultural issue and present it to a number of audiences in their community. For the national event, they present a portfolio based on their local audiences' feedback and deliver their presentation to a panel of judges.

https://www.ffa.org/Programs/Awards/CDE/Pages/default.aspx

Many CDEs are qualifying events for the National FFA CDE competition and/or

scholarship opportunities.

Who do I contact if I have questions about the local program?

The local FFA chapter is administered through the school district's agricultural science and technology department, led by a certified instructor who serves as advisor to the FFA. The local department operates under the supervision of the campus administrator--principal and/or career and technical education director and superintendent of schools and under the governance of the local board of trustees. Your first contact is the local agricultural science instructor.

FFA Sponsors at Burbank are Mr. Jeffrey Braune and Mr. Jose Cano.

https://www.ffa.org/Programs/Awards/CDE/Pages/default.aspx

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Code of Conduct FFA and Burbank Agricultural Science Magnet*

FFA Members and Burbank Agricultural Science Studies Magnet students should conduct themselves at all times to be a role model to their organization, chapter, school, community and family.

Requirements and Expectations at School and during all School Sponsored Activities: FFA members should: 1. Communicate in an appropriate manner. 2. Demonstrate good sportsmanship by being modest in winning and generous in defeat. 3. Respect the rights of others and their property. 4. Be courteous, honest and fair with others. 5. Dress neatly and appropriately for the occasion as outlined in the Student Handbook. FFA Members Will Not: 1. Be a part of robbery and/or theft. 2. Assault or vandalize people or their property. 3. Fight or be a part of a violent situation. 4. Use or possess fireworks or firearms of any type. 5. Be a part of sexual harassment situations. 6. Use unethical practices to show or exhibit their projects. 7. Partake, possess, or be under the influence of alcoholic beverages. 8. Partake, possess, or be under the influence of tobacco or tobacco related paraphernalia. 9. Partake of, possess or be under the influence of illegal substances. Consequences: 1. Notification of Burbank Administration and appropriate authorities. 2. Notification of the parent or guardian. 3. Removal of student from activity. 4. Removal of the animal or exhibit. The animal or exhibit will be declared ineligible for further

participation in the event. 5. Upon returning to the school, consequences outlined in the Student Handbook will be enforced.

FFA Code of Ethics

We will conduct ourselves at all times in order to be a role model to our organization, chapter, school and community by:

Dressing neatly and appropriately for the occasion. Showing respect for others and being courteous at all times. Being honest and not taking unfair advantage of others. Respecting the property of others. Refraining from boisterous talk, swearing and other unbecoming conduct. Demonstrating good sportsmanship. Attending meetings promptly. Taking pride in our organization and its functions. Sharing with others experiences and knowledge by attending state and national meetings.

Adapted from www.ffa.org *

http://www.ffa.org/

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Burbank High School FFA

FFA Creed

I believe in the future of agriculture, with a faith born not of words but of deeds - achievements won by the present and past generations of agriculturists; in the promise of better days through better ways, even as the better things we now enjoy have come to us from the struggles of former years.

I believe that to live and work on a good farm, or to be engaged in other agricultural pursuits, is pleasant as well as challenging; for I know the joys and discomforts of agricultural life and hold an inborn fondness for those associations which, even in hours of discouragement, I cannot deny.

I believe in leadership from ourselves and respect from others. I believe in my own ability to work efficiently and think clearly, with such knowledge and skill as I can secure, and in the ability of progressive agriculturists to serve our own and the public interest in producing and marketing the product of our toil.

I believe in less dependence on begging and more power in bargaining; in the life abundant and enough honest wealth to help make it so--for others as well as myself; in less need for charity and more of it when needed; in being happy myself and playing square with those whose happiness depends upon me.

I believe that American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our national life and that I can exert an influence in my home and community which will stand solid for my part in that inspiring task.

The creed was written by E. M. Tiffany, and adopted at the 3rd National Convention of the FFA. It was revised at the 38th Convention and the 63rd Convention.

FFA Motto

Learning to Do - Doing to Learn - Earning to Live

Living to Serve

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FFA Member Participation Point System Every FFA member should take advantage of the variety of activities that the FFA has to offer. We will recognize those Jr. Members of the FFA who have actively participated in the many activities offered. Each different activity that a FFA member participates in will be worth one point. This system will also be used to determine members who can qualify to attend area and state FFA Conventions. It will also be used to help select the various Star Award recipients. Twenty points are required to attend the state convention and 10 to qualify as a candidate to attend the area convention. Sign in sheets are available at each activity; FFA members must sign-in to receive credit. Types of Activities

Monthly Chapter Meetings District FFA meetings LDE’s-District, Area and State Local FFA activities Community Service Activities Exhibiting Animals at Major Livestock Shows (Bexar County, San Antonio and Houston)

FFA Official Dress

As FFA members, we have the opportunity to impact many people who may or may not be familiar with the organization: Community residents, businessmen and women, FFA sponsors, guests, parents, etc. Therefore, first impressions are crucial, and that involves the way we dress. ALL FFA members are required to wear official dress while participating in official activities. Female Official Dress

Black skirt Skirt is to be at least knee length, hemmed evenly across the bottom, with a slit no longer than 2 inches above the knee, excluding the kick pleat. Black slacks may be appropriate for traveling and outdoor activities.

White collared blouse and official FFA blue scarf Black dress shoes with a closed heel and toe (No boots, sandals, open-toed shoes, or

tennis shoes) Black nylon hosiery Official FFA jacket zipped to the top

Male Official Dress

Black dress pants (No jeans - blue or black, leather etc.) White dress shirt and official FFA tie Black dress shoes with a closed heel and toe (No boots, sandals, open-toed shoes or

tennis shoes ) Black socks Official FFA jacket zipped to the top

How to Wear Awards

Chapter degree, officer and award medals should be worn beneath the name on the right side of the jacket.

State FFA Degree or American Degree keys should be worn above the name on the right side of the jacket or attached to a standard key chain.

No more than three medals should be worn on the jacket. These should represent highest degree earned, highest office held and the highest award earned

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How to Purchase an FFA Jacket

The blue corduroy jacket was adopted as the official dress after the Fredericktown, Ohio, chapter had the blue jackets made for their local chapter in 1933 and came to the national FFA convention wearing them. The delegates at that convention voted to make that the official jacket, and they have been part of the official uniform ever since.

FFA Jackets can be purchased for $65.00. This will include your jacket, a tie or scarf, and shipping.

Orders will be taken each Friday by your FFA sponsor/s throughout the year and will be placed with the National FFA Supply Service.

Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.

Members are encouraged to purchase jackets early in order to have them available by the time FFA competitions begin.

REMEMBER: All FFA members are required to wear the official uniform when participating in FFA activities.

Refer to the FFA website for more details: www.ffa.org Replacement Jackets: If you or a member of your family owned a FFA jacket at one time and would like to purchase another, you may do so.

All such purchases may be made through the National FFA Organization's supply service--FFA Unlimited at [email protected] or by calling the National FFA Center at 317-802-6060 and asking for the supply service.

Purchase of replacement jackets by former members must be approved by the State FFA Advisor.

Approval is contingent on the verification of previous membership and on the agreement by the purchaser that the jacket is being purchased for display purposes only--not to be worn.

If you are currently a student and misplaced or damaged your jacket, notify your sponsor.

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CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS LUTHER BURBANK HIGH SCHOOL FFA

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE Article I - NAME AND PURPOSE Section A: The name of this organization shall be the "Burbank Chapter of the FFA." The letters "FFA" may be used to designate the chapter, its activities, or members thereof. Section B: The purposes for which this chapter has been formed are as follows:

1. To develop competent, aggressive agricultural leaders. 2. To develop an awareness of the global importance of agriculture and its contribution to our well-being. 3. To strengthen the confidences of agriculture students in themselves and their work. 4. To promote the intelligent choice and establishment of an agriculture career. 5. To stimulate development and encourage achievement in individual agricultural experience

programs 6. To improve the economic, environmental, recreational and human resources available in our urban

community. 7. To develop competencies in communications, human relations and social skills. 8. To develop character, train for productive citizenship, and foster patriotism. 9. To build cooperative attitudes among agricultural students. 10. To encourage wise management of resources. 11. To encourage improvement in scholarship. 12. To provide organized recreational activities for agricultural students.

Article II - ORGANIZATION Section A: The Burbank Chapter of FFA is a chartered local unit of The Texas FFA Association which is

chartered by the National FFA Organization. Section B: This chapter accepts in full the provisions in the constitution and by-laws of the Texas Association of

FFA as well as those of the National FFA Organization. Article III - MEMBERSHIP Section A: Membership in the chapter shall consist of three types: (1) Active, (2) Alumni, and (3) Honorary, as

defined by the National FFA Constitution. Section B: The regular work of this chapter shall be carried out by the active membership. Section C: Honorary membership in this chapter shall be limited to the Honorary Chapter FFA Degree. Section D: Active members in good standing may vote on all business brought before the chapter. An active member shall be considered in good standing if he/she: 1. Attends local Chapter meetings with reasonable regularity. 2. Shows an interest in and takes part in the affairs of the chapter. 3. Pays dues annually. 4. Abides by the FFA Code of Ethics at all times. Article IV - EMBLEMS Section A: The emblem of the FFA shall be the emblem for the Chapter. Section B: Emblems used by the members shall be uniform and obtained from officially designated representatives of the national FFA Organization.

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Article V - ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP DEGREES AND PRIVILEGES Section A: There shall be four degrees of active membership in the Chapter. These degrees are

1. The Greenhand FFA Degree 2. The Chapter FFA Degree 3. Lone Star FFA Degree 4. American FFA Degree. All Greenhands are entitled to wear the regulation bronze emblem pin.

Chapter FFA wears the Silver emblem degree pin, Lone Star - gold charm & American – gold key Section B: GREENHAND: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR ELECTION

1. Enroll annually in an Agricultural Education class, and have satisfactory plans for a supervised experience program.

2. Learn and explain the FFA creed, motto and FFA Mission Statement. 3. Describe and explain the meaning of the FFA emblem and colors. 4. Demonstrate knowledge of the FFA Code of Ethics and explain appropriate wear of the FFA jacket. 5. Demonstrate knowledge of the history of the organization, the chapter constitution and bylaws and the

chapter program of activities. 6. Own or have access to an Official FFA Manual. 7. Submit a written application.

Section C: CHAPTER FFA: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR ELECTION

1. Received the Greenhand FFA Degree. 2. Completed at least 180 hours of systematic instruction in agricultural education at or above the ninth

grade level and have in operation an approved supervised agricultural experience program and be enrolled in an agricultural science program.

3. Participated in the planning and conducting of at least 3 official functions in the chapter Program of Activities.

4. Earned and productively invested at least $150 by the members own efforts or worked at least forty-five hours in excess of scheduled class time, or combination thereof, and have developed plans for continued growth and improvement.

5. Effectively led a group discussion for 15 minutes. 6. Demonstrated five procedures of parliamentary law. 7. Showed progress toward individual achievement in the FFA Award Program. 8. Received satisfactory scholastic record. 9. Submitted a written application for the Chapter FFA Degree.

Section D: STATE FFA DEGREE – Qualifications for the State FFA Degree are those set forth in the Constitution of the State Association. Section E: AMERICAN FFA DEGREE - Qualifications for the American FFA Degree are those set forth in the Constitution of the National FFA Association. Article VI – OFFICERS Section A: The officers of the chapter shall be as follows: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, Sentinel, Student Advisor, and Historian. The advisor shall be the teachers of agricultural science in the school where the chapter is located. Officers shall perform the usual duties of the respective officers as listed in the Official FFA Manual. Section B: Officers shall be elected annually. Members will rank the candidates as to their preference for each constitutional office. Section C: The officers of the chapter together with the chairmen in charge of the major sections of the annual program of activities shall constitute the Chapter Executive Committee. The Executive Committee shall have full power to act as necessary for the chapter in accordance with actions taken at chapter meetings and various regulations or by-laws adopted from time to time.

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Section D: Honorary members shall not vote nor shall they hold any office in the chapter except that of advisor. Section E: Chapter officers must hold the degree of the Chapter Farmer and have satisfactory scholastic standing and a commendable citizenship and conduct record. Article VII - MEETINGS AND CONVENTIONS Section A: Regular Chapter meetings shall be held at least once a month during the school year at such time and place as is designated by the Chapter Executive Committee and the Chapter may hold at least one regular meeting during the summer. Special meetings may be called at any time. Section B: Standard meeting paraphernalia shall be used at each meeting. All regular meetings shall open and close with the official ceremonies. Parliamentary procedure shall be used in transacting all business at each meeting. Section C: Delegates, as specified by the state constitution, shall be elected annually from active membership to represent the chapter at the state convention. Other delegates may be named as necessary in order to have proper representation at various other FFA meetings within the state. Section D: A majority of active members listed on the secretary’s membership roll shall constitute a quorum, and a quorum must be present at any meetings at which business is transacted or a vote taken committing the chapter to any proposal or action. Article VIII - AMENDMENTS Section A: This constitution may be amended or changed at any regular chapter meeting by a two-thirds vote of the active membership present providing it is not in conflict with the State Association Constitution or that of the National Organization. Section B: By-laws may be adopted to fill the needs of the chapter at any regular chapter meeting, by a two-thirds vote of the active members present providing such by-laws conflict in no way with the constitution and by-laws of either the State Association or the National Organization. BY-LAWS TO LOCAL CONSTITUTION I. OFFICER ELECTIONS

A. The chapter officers will be composed of eight (8) active members and will carry out the official business of the chapter.

B. Chapter officers must apply for the office they seek. The applications must be submitted by stated date. C. Officers will be interviewed by a committee and ranked. D. Officers will take a written test over the FFA and Parliamentary Procedure. E. Officers will be voted upon by the members attending the special called meeting. F. The percentages of the interview, test and elections will be determined by the current years’ officer team

prior to the election. II. OFFICER QUALIFICATIONS

A. All officer candidates are to know and agree to abide by the FFA Code of Ethics. B. All officer candidates are to have knowledge of The Mission and Strategies of the FFA

organization. C. All officer candidates are to have commendable citizenship and conduct records. D. All officer candidates shall have their official FFA dues paid. E. Officer candidates shall meet the following respective scholastic requirements:

Chapter officer candidates must have an average of "B" or better in past agricultural science courses and have an overall average of "B" or better in courses taken the semester immediately preceding officer elections.

F. All officer candidates are to have a sincere desire to carry out the duties of the office to which they are elected.

G. All officers must agree to abide by the FFA Officer Rules as created each year by the Chapter Executive Committee and sign a statement agreeing to abide by them.

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III. Officers are to carry out their duties as outlined in the official FFA manual and as assigned by the President and approved by the Advisors. IV. TERM OF OFFICE: The terms of office shall be for one year, ending after the newly elected officers are installed. V. REMOVAL FROM OFFICE

A. Officers may be removed from office for failing to meet the qualifications stated in the constitution.

B. Officers must meet the same qualifications for holding office the second school semester as they did when elected; otherwise, their term of office will expire.

C. An officer will be entitled to a full and impartial review and hearing by the executive committee. They may be temporarily or permanently dismissed from office. A decision will be based upon the facts.

VI. GENERAL PROVISIONS CONCERNING OFFICERS AND MEMBERS: Membership may be temporarily or permanently denied for failure to abide by the Code of Ethics. VII. OFFICIAL FFA CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES: Each member is responsible for wearing official clothing and accessories with dignity and pride so as not to reflect bad criticism upon himself/herself, the school, the FFA Organization, or the Local chapter.

VII. OFFICIAL FFA AND SCHOOL EQUIPMENT: All members will show pride in the FFA Organization in his/her school by properly caring for and using the facility, its equipment, and official paraphernalia in a proper, dignified manner. VIII. PUBLIC RELATIONS BY INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS: Each FFA member is to realize that he or she is a personal representative of Burbank High School and the FFA Chapter. The image of Burbank High School and the chapter is reflected through and by each member. Aim for and achieve excellence.

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SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE Selecting a Project

When selecting a project, it is critical that the student have the parents’ advice and support. There are many things to consider:

1. Can the student and/or parent afford the project?

2. If this is an animal project, where will it be kept?

3. Is there student transportation to feed and care for the animal?

4. Is there a way to transport the animal when necessary?

5. How much time is involved?

AND

There is a risk of losing money!

You must keep in mind that these projects are a gamble and they can become a total loss. Animals can get loose and either lost or run over by a car; dogs can get to the animals and maim/kill them, or the animals can get sick and not recover. All these factors must be considered. Of course, the gamble can be reduced by hard work, a desire to learn, and application of knowledge. There are numerous opportunities for entering animals in Open Show Projects such as San Antonio, Houston, San Angelo and Bexar County.

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Estimated Animal Project Expenses

Animal Show Projects

Animals

Average Growth/

Prep Time

Minimal Cost/ Purchase

Preventative Care*

See Vet Costs Below

Show Fees/ Validation Tags**

Prices Depend on Show

& Number of Shows

Goats 7 months $400.00 $6.00 $20.00 – $150.00

Lambs 7 months $350.00 $6.00 $20.00 –$150.00

Poultry 2 months 25 @$37.50 $6.00 $20.00 –$150.00

Steers 11 months $1,000-$3,000 $6.00 $20.00 –$150.00

Swine 5 months $150.00-$500.00 $6.00 $20.00 –$150.00

Turkeys 4-5 months 25 @$85.00 $6.00 $20.00 –$150.00

The student may purchase items from the Ag department or from a local feed store. All items must be approved by the Ag teacher.

Preventative Care Costs: Worming every 30 days - $1.00 each dose ($6.00 cost may be paid in advance or at the end of the 6 months)* Veterinarian Costs: If an animal becomes ill, the student/parents will be responsible for any vet bills and medication administered. If a staff member takes care of the problem without a veterinarian, the chapter will bill the student and payment is due within 10 days.*

Show Fees: All fees are paid to Ag teachers. Students/parents will receive an official receipt.** Bexar County Entry Fee - $15.00 Major Livestock Show Entries (optional) - $25.00

Validation Tags : County - $2.00/State - $8.00

Students/Parents who choose to attend a Show Animal auction on their own must consult with ag teachers for specific information about these auctions prior to attending.

If students/parents know someone who raises animals and wants to purchase from that supplier, they must do the following:

Provide location where the animal was reared

Provide list and documentation of shots the animal has received

Arrange for the Ag teacher to conduct a visual on-site inspection of the animal before purchase

Note: Parents/students – Feed costs will vary along with miscellaneous supplies. Agriculture instructors will provide you with current costs. Fees subject to change, depending on Show location.

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Show Pig Supplies and Tack Box* Show Equipment

Small Spiral Notebook Long Show stick, no flapper sticks Show Brush with handle and soft bristles Bungee strap 12 to 16 inch strap

Daily Hair Care Mane and Tail Conditioner Hair Conditioner Sudden Impact Revive

Shampoo Shampoo (any brand)

Brushes/Washing Equipment Wash Brush with handle and stiff bristles Squirt Bottles (2) Old Towels Small Bucket 1- 2 gallon size

Other Supplies and Equipment: Purple Oil for dark pigs Mineral or Baby oil for white pigs Sunscreen for white pigs

At initial meeting, instructors will provide examples of the above items with suggested locations for purchases. *The Tack Box must meet a basic design with a minimum 18‖w x 14‖d x 36‖ h. Your instructor will give options for construction or purchase.

Facility and Pen Care for Swine

It is critical that the facility is sanitary, and dust is kept to a minimum. Dust stresses pigs’ lungs.

Wet the sand once a day to keep the dust down in the barn.

Do NOT run out of feed or miss feedings! Pigs can lose up to 20 lbs in a day if they are without food and stressed. When healthy, pigs can gain 2 pounds per day if fed as recommended. Your teacher will tell you if supplements are needed.

Weigh pigs every week and give weights to your ag science teacher. Exercise pigs every day and walk them where you want them to go.

Boards cannot be used in the show ring or going to it.

Clean water EVERY time you go in the pen.

Bedding is from wood shavings or hay. Each day, turn the shavings, sift to find manure, and dispose of it. Remove wet hay or shavings and provide clean ones.

Use a bucket hanging at the back of each pen to put the manure in and carry it to the manure

pile daily. Each pen will have a manure fork and shovel available for use.

Pigs need to be kept warm. They will go off feed if they are cold. During cold weather, use one heat lamp per pen to keep the temperature< 70 degrees. The lamps are fire hazards; therefore, they must be permanently attached to the fence.

It is important to keep all of the tools in their proper place at all times.

Don’t worry about the flies in the barn. They multiply faster than we can control them.

At all times, it is the responsibility of each feeder to keep the aisles clean & trash cans empty.

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Swine Project Guidelines: Policies, Procedures and Expectations

Policies

1. The swine barn is to be used by Burbank FFA students who have paid their FFA membership dues.

2. All students must receive written permission from the advisor before they are allowed to raise a swine project. 3. The following shows are supported by Burbank students:

a. Bexar County—December b. San Antonio Stock Show/San Angelo Stock Show—February c. Houston Stock Show – March

4. No animals will be allowed to participate in any non-designated sanctioned shows 5. Barn fees must be paid in full to secure a spot in the swine barn. 6. Students will not receive a pig until the animal has been paid for in full. 7. All students will receive a monthly barn progress report that indicates the current status of their barn spot. These reports will be used to determine the student’s placement in the barn for the next school year. 8. Unsatisfactory barn progress reports can result in dismissal from the barn for the next

school year if conditions are not corrected.

Procedures 1. Any student interested in raising a pig must meet with an advisor. 2. All required fees must be annually paid by the deadline. 3. Each student (feeder) must complete a swine committal form indicating plans for each

year. 4. Students must pay for pigs annually before or on the set deadline. 5. All students and their parents (feeders) must attend monthly barn meetings. 6. All students (feeders) must maintain an annual project log book.

Expectations

1. The barn supervisor will be a catalyst for success in the barn. 2. Raising a pig will be a family oriented activity. 3. All students are expected to maintain the barn facility at all times. 4. Communication is the key to a successful year. An open line of communication will

exist between the advisors, students and parents. 5. All students are expected to share the work in the barn at all times, including holidays.

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Show Cattle Supplies and Tack Box* Show Day Hair Preparations

Liniment Hair Stimulator Final Bloom

Adhesive Remover

WD-40 (for use on combs) Daily Hair Care

Ultra Sheen or Kleen Sheen Rag Oil Mane & Tail Conditioner (HEB) White Vinegar (HEB) Heavy Duty Sprayer & Bottle

Brushes/Combs

Massage Brush Horse Hair Brush Scotch Comb (Sullivan’s brand) Fluffer Scotch Comb

Show Equipment

Show Stick (no taller than the showman’s chip) Leather Show Halter (typically medium size –

brown or black) Exhibitor’s Number Harness Comb Holder (optional if showing without

pants pockets) Other Supplies and Equipment

Mineral Oil (used for bloat) Nylon Rope Halter Nylon Neck Tie

Shampoo

Gold Nugget Shampoo (for whitening) Probiotics and Electrolytes

Appetite Express Paste Electro-Charge Paste

Feed Supplements

Products will only be needed to address deficiencies in the feeding program. Ag teachers will determine need on individual basis.

*The Tack Box must meet a basic design with a minimum 18‖w x 14‖d x 36‖ h. Your instructor will give options for construction or purchase.

Facility and Pen Care for Show Cattle It is critical that the facility is clean, sanitary, and dust is kept to a minimum. Dust is bad for cows because it stresses their lungs and causes health problems.

We use a combination of shavings in the pens for the bedding.

The shavings are used on the top two-thirds of the pen.

Each day, turn the shavings, sift to find manure, and dispose of it.

Use a bucket hanging at the back of each pen to transport waste to the manure pile daily.

Each pen will have a manure fork and shovel available for use.


Do not worry about the flies in the barn. They multiply faster than we can control them.

At all times, it is the responsibility of each feeder to keep the aisle clean and the trash cans empty.

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Show Cattle Project Guidelines: Policies, Procedures and Expectations

Policies 1. The cattle barn is to be used by Burbank FFA students who have paid their FFA

membership dues. 2. All students must receive written permission from the advisor before they are allowed

to raise a livestock project. 3. The following shows are supported by Burbank students:


4. No animals will be allowed to participate in any non-designated sanctioned shows. 5. Barn fees must be paid in full to secure a spot in the cattle barn. 6. Students will not be allowed to show the animal until full payment has been received. 7. All students will receive a monthly barn progress report that indicates the current

status of their barn spot. These reports will be used to determine the student’s placement in the barn for the next school year.

8. Unsatisfactory barn progress reports can result in dismissal from the barn for the next school year if conditions are not corrected.

Procedures 1. Any student interested in raising a steer must meet with an advisor. 2. All required fees must be annually paid by the deadline. 3. Each student (feeder) must complete a steer committal form indicating plans for each

year. 4. Students must pay for steer annually before or on the set deadline. 5. All students and their parents (feeders) must attend monthly barn meetings. 6. All students (feeders) must maintain an annual project log book.

Expectations

1. The barn supervisor will be a catalyst for success in the barn. 2. Raising a steer will be a family oriented activity. 3. All students are expected to maintain the barn facility at all times. 4. Communication is the key to a successful year. An open line of communication will

exist between the advisors, students and parents. 5. All students are expected to share the work in the barn at all times, including holidays

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Show Goat Supplies and Tack Box* Feed Equipment

Portable Feed Trough Feed Beany Weeny can for measuring food Small pail for mixing feed Water Bucket (5 gallon plastic)

Grooming Equipment

Muzzle Small Drench Gun Brush Shampoo Towels (used) Cotton Balls Baby Wipes Mineral Oil (optional) FreshenUp (optional) Dyne (optional) Wheat Germ Oil (optional)

Miscellaneous Items

Goat Registration Certificates Rope, halter and show chain Show Entry Papers Hammer, Pliers, Staple Gun Paper Towels

Clean-up Equipment

Broom, Rake, Pitchfork, Shovel

Most of these supplies can be found at St. Hedwig Feed and Supply or online at www.sullivansupply.com


Facility and Pen Care for Show Goats

It is critical that the facility is clean, sanitary, and dust is kept to a minimum. Dust is bad for goats because it stresses their lungs and causes health problems.

Each day, clean pen and dispose of manure.



At all times, it is the responsibility of each feeder to keep the aisle clean and

the trash cans empty.

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Show Goat Project Guidelines:

Policies, Procedures and Expectations

Policies 1. The barn is to be used by Burbank FFA students who have paid their FFA membership

dues. 2. All students must receive written permission from the advisor before they are allowed

to raise a livestock project. 3. The following shows are supported by Burbank students:


4. No animals will be allowed to participate in any non-designated sanctioned shows. 5. Barn fees must be paid in full to secure a spot in the barn. 6. Students will not receive a goat until the animal has been paid for in full. 7. All students will receive a monthly barn progress report that indicates the current



Procedures 1. Any student interested in raising a goat must meet with an advisor. 2. All required fees must be paid annually by the deadline. 3. Each student (feeder) must complete a committal form indicating plans for each year. 4. Students must pay for goats annually before or on the set deadline. 5. All students and parents (feeders) must attend monthly barn meetings. 6. All students (feeders) must maintain an annual project log book.

Expectations

1. The barn supervisor will be a catalyst for success in the barn. 2. Raising a goat will be a family oriented activity. 3. All students are expected to maintain the barn facility at all times. 4. Communication is the key to a successful year. An open line of communication will exist between the advisors, students and parents. 5. All students are expected to share the work in the barn at all times, including holidays.

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Show Lamb Supplies and Tack Box*

Feed Equipment

Portable Feed Trough Feed Beany Weeny can for measuring food Small pail for mixing feed Water Bucket (5 gallon plastic)

Grooming Equipment

Muzzle Small Drench Gun Brush Shampoo Towels (used) Cotton Balls Baby Wipes Mineral Oil (optional) FreshenUp (optional) Dyne (optional) Wheat Germ Oil (optional)

Miscellaneous Items

Lamb Registration Certificates Rope, halter and show chain Show Entry Papers Hammer, Pliers, Staple Gun Paper Towels

Clean-up Equipment

Broom, Rake, Pitchfork, Shovel

Most of these supplies can be found at St. Hedwig Feed and Supply or online at www.sullivansupply.com

Other Fees to Expect Bexar County entry: $15.00 Major livestock show entries (optional): $25.00 Entry fee for any prospect show in which the student participates. (optional participation) Validation tags: $2.00 county/$7.00 state Worming every 30 days: $1.00 per dose In case of animal illness, the student will be responsible for veterinary bills as well as medication.

If the ag teacher can treat the animal without a vet, the student will be billed by the chapter.


Facility and Pen Care for Show Lambs

It is critical that the facility is clean, sanitary, and dust is kept to a minimum. Dust is bad for lambs because it stresses their lungs and causes health problems.




At all times, it is the responsibility of each feeder to keep the aisle clean and the trash cans empty.


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Show Lamb Project Guidelines: Policies, Procedures and Expectations

Policies

1. The barn is to be used by Burbank FFA students who have paid their FFA membership dues.

2. All students must receive written permission from the advisor before they are allowed to raise a lamb project.

3. The following shows are supported by Burbank students: a. Bexar County—December b. San Antonio Stock Show/San Angelo Stock Show—February c. Houston Stock Show – March

4. No animals will be allowed to participate in any non-designated sanctioned shows. 5. Barn fees must be paid in full to secure a spot in the barn. 6. Students will not receive a lamb until the animal has been paid for in full. 7. All students will receive a monthly barn progress report that indicates the current



Procedures 1. Any student interested in raising a lamb must meet with an advisor. 2. All required fees must be paid annually by the deadline. 3. Each student (feeder) must complete a lamb committal form indicating plans for each

year. 4. Students must pay for lambs annually before or on the set deadline. 5. All students (feeders) must attend monthly barn meetings. 6. All students (feeders) must maintain an annual project log book.

Expectations

1. The barn supervisor will be a catalyst for success in the barn. 2. Raising a lamb will be a family oriented activity. 3. All students are expected to maintain the barn facility at all times. 4. Communication is the key to a successful year. An open line of communication will exist between the advisors, students and parents. 5. All students are expected to share the work in the barn at all times, including holidays.

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Show Poultry Supplies and Tack Box*

Feed Equipment 1 gallon poultry waters (approximately 5 per 25) 3 gallon plastic buckets (approximately 3 per 25) Turkeys only Poultry electrolytes Maintenance Equipment Bedding

Shavings or rice hulls Old sheet or something comparable to cover bedding for first few days

Heat lamps (Approximately 3 per 25) Small space heater (optional) Outdoor thermometer 10 x 10 tarp Clean-up Equipment Leaf Rake (turkeys) Pooper Scooper (chickens) Expenses (other than feed and supplies)

25 turkeys @ $3.50 = $87.50 25 chickens @ $1.50 = $37.50

Bexar County entries 2 @ $15.00 Major livestock shows: $25.00 each (Turkeys)


Show Poultry Facility/Pen Care

It is critical that the facility is clean, sanitary, and dust is kept to a minimum.




At all times, it is the responsibility of each feeder to keep the aisle clean and the

trash cans empty.

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Show Poultry Guidelines: Policies, Procedures and Expectations

Policies 1. The barn is to be used by Burbank FFA students who have paid their FFA membership

dues. 2. All students must receive written permission from the advisor before they are allowed

to raise a poultry project. 3. The following shows are supported by Burbank students:

a. Bexar County - December b. San Antonio Stock Show/San Angelo Stock Show—February c. Houston Stock Show – March

4. No animals will be allowed to participate in any non-designated sanctioned shows. 5. Barn fees must be paid in full to secure a spot in the barn. 6. Students will not receive poultry until the animal has been paid for in full. 7. All students will receive a monthly barn progress report that indicates the current



Procedures 1. Any student interested in raising chickens or turkeys must meet with an advisor. 2. All required fees must be annually paid by the deadline. 3. Each student (feeder) must complete a poultry committal form indicating plans for

each year. 4. Students must pay for poultry annually before or on the set deadline. 5. All students (feeders) must attend monthly barn meetings. 6. All students (feeders) must maintain an annual project log book.

Expectations

1. The barn supervisor will be a catalyst for success in the barn. 2. Raising a chicken or turkey will be a family oriented activity. 3. All students are expected to maintain the barn facility at all times. 4. Communication is the key to a successful year. An open line of communication will

exist between the advisors, students and parents. 5. All students are expected to share the work in the barn at all times, including holidays.

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FORMS AND AGREEMENTS:

Students and parents/guardians must read the following documents then sign and return to one of the Burbank agriculture teachers.

If you plan to purchase an animal project:

Agriculture Project Centers Agreement

Animal Welfare Agreement

Pen Agreement

Livestock Feeder’s Contract

ALL students must complete and return the following forms:

Emergency Information

Parent/Guardian & Student Notice

Web Publishing Permission

Field Trip Permission

Permission to Photograph, Videotape or Audio Record

Student and Parent Acknowledgement

Student Signature Parent Signature

Date Date

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Burbank: Agriculture Project Centers Agreement

The form is to be completed and returned with required non-refundable fee by every student that utilizes the Luther Burbank Ag Facility 1. I have read and agree to abide by the Burbank Agricultural Science Studies Magnet Handbook. I clearly understand all rules and regulations outlined regarding the agriculture project centers. 2. I understand that a non-refundable fee must be paid and accompany this agreement.

BAS Center Fees Steer Pigs Lambs/Goats Poultry

$150.00 $75.00 $75.00 $50.00 3. Each student is allowed to keep more than one type of animal project at the project center. (e.g. Students may keep pigs, poultry, goats, and sheep at the center, provided room is available.) 4. No electrical equipment should be utilized (placed) in the barns or pens without prior approval. This includes radios, fans, heating cables, heat lamps, etc. 5. No additional panels, wire, or wood is to be placed in the pens or barn without prior approval from an instructor. 6. Students/parents must observe opening closing times. Students and/or parents entering the centers before/after hours will be issued a verbal warning as outlined below. Students WILL NOT be allowed to go the Ag Facility during school hours.

WEEKEND Ag Center hours: 7:00-10:30 a.m. and 4:00-6:30p.m. Subject to change with the new construction.

7. All animal pens must be maintained in a clean, orderly fashion that promotes good animal health. A feeding program with regular feedings is a must for success. 8. Failure to follow instructions (verbal or written) regarding pen maintenance and feeding will result in project center violations. The discipline policy for project center violations consists of:

First Offense: Ag teacher will issue a verbal warning to the student.

Second Offense or continuation of first offense: A verbal reprimand will be given to the student and parent, and a written incident report will be sent to the Luther Burbank High School Administration.

Third Offense or continuation of offense: Project will be removed from the center within three days. Parents will be notified and student will be responsible for any fees to defray any expenses necessary.

9. Burbank Ag Center: Students will not be allowed to loiter in front of the barns before and after school. Students present at the center must be working with their animal or cleaning the barns. Students waiting for transportation must wait on the high school campus across the street from the project center. Failure to do so will result in a violation. This is for the protection of the students and animals. 10. Students that do not have animal projects in the centers or who are not enrolled in agriculture science are not allowed to loiter in the project centers. Student visitors are allowed for short periods of time and must check in with the agriculture teacher on duty. 11. All rules and feeding procedures apply to HOLIDAYS and WEEKENDS as well. Animals must receive proper care during holidays and weekends or violations will be issued. I agree to the above rules and regulations, as well as those outlined in the Burbank Agricultural Science Studies Magnet Handbook regarding the Project Centers. Student Signature________________________________ Date _______________ Parent Signature:________________________________ Date________________ Phone Number:__________________ E mail Address: ____________________

Project Location Type of Project Number of Animals

Pen Number Locker Number

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BAS Magnet

Animal Welfare Agreement As a student member of the Burbank FFA Chapter who is currently raising an animal project, I know the importance of the humane treatment of our livestock and poultry projects. 1.) I understand and agree that my project(s) must be fed on a daily basis throughout the feeding period with a feed ration and schedule approved for my animal(s). 2.) I understand and agree that my animal’s pen, stall, or coop must be cleaned by me daily by removing any manure and any soiled bedding. 3.) I understand and agree that my animal(s) should be provided with fresh water and fed daily with all watering and feeding equipment remaining clean. 4.) I understand and agree that my project(s) should be de-wormed regularly and be provided with veterinary attention when their health deems necessary. 5.) I understand and agree not to abuse or use excessive force on my animal, especially when training or exercising my animal. 6.) I understand and agree not to use any drugs (or unnatural alteration techniques) on my animal without the approval of a veterinarian or my advisor. 7.) In the event that I am feeding with a group of other students, I understand and agree that I should share the feeding and cleaning responsibilities when it is my turn. I know that failing to meet the standards set by my FFA advisor(s) and those listed in steps 1-7 above will be grounds for removal of my project following the third verbal or written warning from my advisor. The animal(s) will then be sold at the current market value at a local livestock exchange if applicable. I will then receive the sale money once travel and related expenses have been subtracted from the total. __________________________ ____________________________ FFA Member Signature Date Parent or Guardian Signature Date __________________________ FFA Advisor Signature Date

Return to AG Dept by Sept. ________

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BAS Magnet

Pen Agreement

1. There will be no charge for the use of a pen for one year.

2. All members using a pen will participate in the scheduled barn cleanups.

3. Students must care for their animal daily before 8:00 a.m. and before 6:00 p.m.

4. There will be no class time used for feeding and caring for the animals.

5. Animals not being fed or cared for by the owner will be removed from the facilities and sold at

the stockyards.

6. Students will clean the pens daily.

7. Students will not be allowed on school grounds after 7:30 p.m. unless the student has

permission from an Ag science teacher and is accompanied by a parent.

8. Students will keep their feed locked in a trash can or similar container.

9. Students will follow all school rules while caring for their animals.

10. The Ag science teacher must approve all animals kept in the FFA pens.

11. There may be more than one animal in each pen.

12. Parents will be encouraged to assist students at school with their project.

13. The last student exiting the pen must lock the gate when he/she leaves.

14. All feeding directions must be approved by the Ag science teacher.

15. Students will be assigned extra cleanup duties each week.

16. Students must participate in the general barn cleanup which will occur at the beginning of the

school year. If this does not occur, other assignments will be made.

______________________________ _____________________________ Student Date Parent Date ______________________________ Agriscience Advisor Date

Return to AG Dept by Sept ________

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By signing this document, the student and parent/legal guardian agree to the following terms: Student: (Printed Name) _______________________________________ I agree to abide by the rules and guidelines set forth in the BAS Complex Rules and Livestock Feeding Guidelines that I have received, read, understood, and signed. I agree to pay all relevant fees associated with the expense and maintenance of my livestock project. I agree to conduct myself in a responsible manner at all times as a member of the Luther Burbank FFA. I understand that failure to comply with these criteria may result in forfeiting my privilege to participate in the livestock feeding program. Parent / Legal Guardian: (Printed Name) ____________________________ I agree to abide by the rules and guidelines set forth in the BAS Complex Rules and Livestock Feeding Guidelines that I have received, read, understood, and signed. I agree to pay all relevant fees associated with the expense and maintenance of my student’s livestock project. I agree to indemnify the SAISD, school district employees, and volunteers of liability for any injury that my child, my guests, or I may sustain by participation in activities at the BASS Complex. I agree to monitor my child for compliance with the BAS Complex Rules and Livestock Feeding Guidelines. I understand that failure by my child to comply with these criteria may result in forfeiting his/her privilege to participate in the livestock feeding program at the BAS Complex. This document is binding and non-negotiable.

Signature of Student Date

Signature of Parent / Legal Guardian Date

Signature of Supervising Teacher Date

Signature of BAS Advisor Date

The original contract will remain on file with the BAS office and the student will receive a signed copy of the contract.

20 ____- 20 ____ Livestock Feeder’s Contract

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Burbank FFA

Emergency Information

This form must be completed by the parent/guardian of each member. It is required of all members of the FFA and must be updated yearly or in the event that any of the information should change. WITHOUT THIS COMPLETED FORM, YOUR CHILD MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN THE BURBANK FFA PROGRAM.

Student’s Name

Grade Email Address

Date of Birth Social Security # - - or School ID #

Student Home Address City State ZIP San Antonio TX 782_____

FFA Activities

Magnet Pathway

Student Email Address Student Home Telephone # Student Cell Phone #

Parent/Guardian’s Name Booster Club Member: Yes No Parent/Guardian Home Address (If different from student) City State ZIP Parent Home # (If different from student) Parent Cell Phone #

Father’s Work # Mother’s Work #

Father’s Email Address Mother’s Email Address

Insurance Carrier Insurance Phone #

Name of Insured Insurance ID #

Group # Plan # Person/s who can be notified in case of emergency when parent or guardian is unavailable. Name Phone # Relation

Name Phone # Relation

Family Physician Phone #

Dentist Phone #

IF, IN THE JUDGEMENT OF ANY REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SCHOOL, THE ABOVE STUDENT NEEDS IMMEDIATE CARE AND TREATMENT AS A RESULT OF ANY INJURY OR ILLNESS, I DO HEREBY REQUEST, AUTHORIZE, AND CONSENT SUCH CARE AND TREATMENT AS MAY BE GIVEN SAID STUDENT BY ANY MEDICALLY QUALIFIED REPRESENTATIVE. I DO HEREBY, AGREE, TO INDEMIFY AND SAVE HARMLESS THE SCHOOL AND ANY SCHOOL REPRESENTATIVE FROM ANY CLAIM BY ANY SUCH PERSON OF SUCH CARE AND TREATMENT OF SAID STUDENT. STUDENT’S SIGNATURE __________________________________ DATE ___________________ PARENT/GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE __________________________ DATE ___________________

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PARENT/GUARDIAN & STUDENT NOTICE

Agriculture Science is designed to provide students with a basic overview of the agri-science industry. Ag Science will incorporate practical, hands-on experience in animal science, food science, natural resources and plant science. Students in agriculture science class will be exposed to physical work and outside environment as part of the agriculture science curriculum. The students’ responsibilities may include all or part of the following:

Working with animals, students will be involved in restraining, moving and handling animals;

Working with Plants/Garden/Floral, students will be using equipment,

chemicals, tools, soil and other materials appropriate to their projects;

Working in shop and outside labs, students will use tools, machinery, metal, wood, soil, concrete and other materials pertaining to shop and construction.

Safety procedures and expectations for specific labs and projects will be reviewed prior to beginning the activities. Compliance with the safety rules will be enforced at all times. By signing below, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this notice concerning student environment and safety expectations. Student Signature:_______________________ Date:______________ Parent Signature: _______________________ Date:______________

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SAN ANTONIO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Web Publishing Permission Form

Name of Child: Date:

Teacher/Classroom:

As part of the educational experience in SAISD, your child has the opportunity to publish and share their work on the Internet. Web

publication offers your child a unique learning opportunity and has the following benefits:

a. Makes class work engaging and exciting.

b. Allows them to receive feedback from other students and teachers outside of their class.

c. Enables students to practice and refine their communication skills.

Our class, throughout the school year, will be publishing student work on the Internet. These publications may be shared in a variety of

ways, including the following:

a. Writing

b. Hand-drawn or computer-generated artwork

c. Voice recordings

d. Photos

e. Video

YOUR CHILD’S PRIVACY All efforts will be made to protect your child’s privacy:

No individual photos of your child will be published without your consent.

No personal information about the student, such as home address or telephone number will be published.

In some cases, only the student’s first name will be used, with your permission.

A copy of all student work that is published to the internet will be printed and sent home for parents to see.

To publish individual student writing, photos, voice and artwork, parent or legal guardian permission is required. Please complete the

section below and return by: .

I understand that my child's writing, artwork, and/or class photo will be considered for publication on the Internet. I grant the following

permissions:

Please check Yes or No below.

You have my permission to publish:

Yes No My child’s writing.

Yes No My child’s artwork.

Yes No My child in a group or individual photo.

Yes No My child in a group or individual video.

Yes No My child’s FIRST name ONLY.

Print Parent Name:

Parent’s Signature: Date:

I, (student), also give my permission for such publishing.

Student’s Signature: Date:

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SAN ANTONIO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

PERMISSION TO PHOTOGRAPH, VIDEOTAPE OR AUDIO RECORD

_____________________________________ Principal’s Name: __________________________________

Purpose:

____________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Description of the Activity:

____________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Date(s) of Activity: _______________________________

Signature of Teacher/Sponsor: _________________________________________ Date: ________________________

Approved

Not approved

Does require parent permission

Does not require parent permission

Signature of Principal: _______________________________________________ Date: _______________________

School: ________________________________________________ Phone Number: ____________________________

Student’s Name (Please print): ___________________________________________________ Grade: _______________ Last First Middle

Parent/Guardian’s Name: _________________________________________________ Date: _______________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________ Zip Code: ___________________

Home Phone: ________________________________________________ Work Phone: _____________________________

As the parent or guardian of the above-named student, I hereby grant permission to photograph, videotape or record my child

for this purpose.

Signature of Parent/Guardian: ______________________________________________ Date: ______________________

Please return this signed form to your child’s school.

Original - Principal Copy – Requestor

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Student and Parent Acknowledgement The BAS Magnet Handbook is published to help your child gain the greatest possible benefit from his/her agricultural science/FFA participation. The FFA needs your cooperation. It is important that each FFA member understands the opportunities and regulations outlined in the handbook. Parents are to encourage their son/daughter to abide by all BAS Magnet rules and regulations. Please review all forms outlined in the handbook, sign and return the ones that apply to you and/or your child to a Burbank High School Agri-science teacher. Signatures below acknowledge that you and your child have located and read the BAS Magnet Member Handbook and agree to participate in opportunities available to members.

________________________________________________________________ Printed Name of Student Date ________________________________________________________________ Student Signature Date ________________________________________________________________ Parent Signature Date Date Received_________________________ Received by:____________________

www.saisd.net/Burbank

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Burbank Agriculture Science Magnet Program

JOIN the FFA Booster Club

Membership and Meetings are Open to All

Allow Us to Keep You Up-to-Date

With FFA Booster Club Activities and Information

$20.00 per adult or $30.00 per couple

Please complete the information below and

return to a BAS Advisor

Name(s):___________________________________________________

Student(s) Name: _________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ E-mail Address: __________________________________________________ Preferred Phone #: ________________________________________________

Thank You for Your Interest & Participation!

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Veterinarian and Supplies

At times it becomes necessary for a student to contact a veterinarian for animal health purposes. Neither SAISD ag science teachers, nor SAISD, advertise, promote or recommend any of the following individuals. This information is being provided as a convenience and should be used at your discretion.

Veterinarian

Acres North Animal Hospital Kyle Crowley, DVM

16302 San Pedro, San Antonio 78232 (210) 494-3436

Large and small animals

Gillespie Animal Center Daniel Fritz, DVM

402 S. Creek Fredericksburg, TX 78624

(830) 997-4348 Pigs, lambs, goats, cattle

Bandera Veterinary Clinic

Mark Richardson, DVM 1989 Hwy 16 N

Bandera, TX (830) 796-3003

Lambs, goats, cattle, horses

Pedernales Veterinary Center Pat O’Neil, DVM

John Metzger, DVM 3187 E US Hwy 290

Fredericksberg, TX 78261 (830) 997-9889

Lambs, goats, cattle, horses

Castroville Veterinary Clinic David Carter, DVM

1991 Hwy 90 W Castroville, TX (830) 538-2274 Pigs, lambs, goats

Sayer’s Animal Hospital Kline, DVM

10180 Hwy 87 E Adkins, TX 78101

(210) 649-1581 Pigs, lambs, goats, cattle, horses

Country Hill Veterinary Clinic Kenny Patin, DVM

Kristine Rockey, DVM 30695 Hwy 281 N

Bulverde, TX 78163 (830) 483-9976

Large and small animals

Stephen Sells, DVM Mobile Veterinary Practice (830) 796-5701 (Mobile)

Equine and exotic wildlife

Supplies (animal/general)

St. Hedwig Feed and Supply 540 E. FM 1518 South St. Hedwig, TX 78152

(210) 667-1346

www.sullivansupply.com


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Floral Supplies

Travis Wholesale Florist

240 W. Josephine San Antonio, TX 78212

(210)732-8261 Contact Person: S. Schuster

Brieger Wholesale Floral Supply

4934 Research Dr. San Antonio, TX 78240

(210) 694-5959

Bill Doran Co. 710 Nogalitos

San Antonio, TX 78204 (210) 222-2114

Janal Wholesale

1942 N. St. Mary’s St Sa Antonio 78212

(210) 225-3367 www.Janalsa.com

Global Floral Distributors, Inc 10740 Hillpoint #6

San Antonio, TX 78217 (210) 650-3750

Websites

Texas FFA

www.texasffa.org

National FFA

www.ffa.org

Home Depot

www.homedepot.com

St. Hedwig Feed

www.sthedwigfeed.com

Alamo Dog & Cat

Hospital

www.alamodogandcat.c

om

http://www.janalsa.com/

http://www.texasffa.org/

http://www.ffa.org/

http://www.homedepot.com/

http://www.sthedwigfeed.com/

http://www.alamodogandcat.com/

http://www.alamodogandcat.com/

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HOT TEXAS AG FACTS!

CLIMATE & SOIL

The state becomes very hot during the months of June, July and August, with the Central Plains

being the hottest in the state with temperatures sometimes as high as 114-120o

F.

The four different regions of Texas vary in average annual rainfall, decreasing from east to west:

Coastal Plains 30-50”

Central Plains 20-30”

High Plains 15-20”

Mountains & Basins 0-16”

Texas’ diverse weather is due to the vast amount of land and two air masses that often collide,

Rocky Mountain/Canadian cold air mass and the Gulf of Mexico’s warm, moist air.

Texas has approximately 1,100 different soils within its 172,000,000 acres (or 266,807 sq miles).

The Texas state soil is Houston Black Clay.

CROPS AND LIVESTOCK

Cotton ranks first in the U.S. for cotton production; therefore, it is not surprising that cotton grew

wild in the area during the 16th

century!

In 2008, Texas was the leading state in wool production, thanks to 960,000 sheep and lambs.

That doesn’t include all the goats that produced top quality mohair, another leading product of

Texas!

AGRICULTURE IS THE SECOND LARGEST INDUSTRY

IN THE STATE, GENERATING $80,000,000,000 FOR THE

ECONOMY ANNUALLY

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Free Industry Certifications Available for Students at BAS

Industry certification exams listed below will be available to magnet students at no cost. A student must be recommended for testing by one of the agriculture instructors. It is the student’s responsibility to study independently for the exam.

Certified Veterinary Assistant (Pre-Vet Tech Program): $65.00 Value

Private Pesticide Applicator: $60.00 Value

Landscape Irrigator: $170.00 Value

High School Floral Design: $100.00 Value

Landscape Technician: $375.00 Value per exam

Junior Master Gardner: $10.00

Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation: $25.00

10-Hour General OSHA Certification: $18.00 Value

Microsoft Office Specialist: $40.00 Value per exam/5 exams available

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