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905 Burlington Science Center Aide (non-leveled) Credit to be arranged
905 Burlington Science Center Aide (non-leveled) Credit to be arranged
This is an opportunity for students to work in the Burlington Science Center as an animal care aide. The Burlington Science Center houses over 60 different live animals. This course is taken in lieu of a study period in addition to a normal course load and is a prerequisite to the Animal Care & Management Course for Grades 11 & 12. Students will have the opportunity to learn aspects of animal care. This will include the proper handling of live animals, care and maintenance of animal living spaces, provide animal enrichment and animal diet preparation. They will also assist with packaging of elementary Science curriculum kit materials. Students must be up-to-date with all current vaccinations. Students must see Ms. Pavlicek in the Science Center to receive appropriate forms to switch their schedule and to see if space in the schedule exists before signing up for this opportunity. (limited to 3 students per block) http://bsciencecenter.wordpress.com/ Science Center Aides Work Description & Agreements
906 Animal Care & Management Grades 11 & 12
Semester course 5 per/7 day cycle – 2.5 credits
Prerequisite: At least 1 semester of 905 Burlington Science Center Aide & interview with Mrs. Pavlicek
This is an opportunity for students to continue and expand on their previous work in the Burlington Science Center. The Burlington Science Center houses over 60 different live animals. Students will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of animal care. This will include the proper handling of live animals, care and maintenance of animal living spaces and animal diet preparation. Other topics will include animal enrichment, animal behavior, and animal career studies. There will be various types of assignments that include reflective journaling, class research, and creative exploration project and portfolio with presentation. Students may also assist with packaging of elementary Science curriculum kit materials and elementary science programs. Students must be up-to-date with all current vaccinations. Students must interview with Ms. Pavlicek in the Science Center to receive acceptance and to see if there is space available. (limited to 3 students per block) http://bsciencecenter.wordpress.com/ Animal Care & Management Student Roles & Responsibilities