New Paltz High School

 ALL homework assignments will be collected or checked off at the beginning of class on the date it is due.  

Engineer Notebook/Portfolio   10%

You will need to keep an engineering notebook with all preliminary design development, sketches,
           research, and and all team work activity throughout the course. Keep this work neat and organized
           and must be written in black ink.All students MUST keep a portfolio. This is required by PLTW
           to receive college credit.
           This portfolio is a showcase of your work, learning process, abilities, and best efforts. It should contain 
           documentation of your original ideas, sketches, projects, accomplishments, best works, and materials
           to support your work. Your portfolio should reflect your work and success. It is displayed in a neat, orderly,
           and professional manner. This will be the final section of your 1” binder. 
           Your portfolio will be collected every semester for review and grading.

Quizzes/ Reports/ Presentations   30%

There are quizzes, reports, and presentations periodically throughout the unit assessing student understanding of the information.

Projects/ Tests    50%

Projects and unit tests will be completed throughout all the units and are designed to assess student understanding and application of information. Projects may be completed individually or at times in groups. All group members must actively participate in the activity. All work must be completed on time, since most activities will be worked on in class. Use your time efficiently and effectively. Late projects will result in a 10% penalty per class day.

Supplies Needed

Extra Help

Please take advantage of the extra time so that you do not fall behind.

Availability is posted on the white board in the front of the class weekly.
Need Help? Just Ask! If the times that I have scheduled do not work

Please schedule an alternate time.