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jennifer.szczerbiak
I graduated from Austin Peay State University with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice. Before becoming a teacher, I served 15 years with the Clarksville Police Department as a Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, Detective, Special Victims Unit Investigator, and Fatal Crash Investigator. I later worked as the School Resource Officer at Northeast High School with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.

In the spring of 2021, I transitioned into teaching Criminal Justice at Northeast High School. Today, I teach Criminal Justice 1, Criminal Justice 2, and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones). As an FAA Part 107 Certified Remote Pilot, I enjoy preparing students for careers in law enforcement, public safety, and the growing field of drone technology through hands-on, real-world learning.
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Criminal Justice I is the first course in the Criminal Justice and Correction Services program of study. It serves as a comprehensive survey of how the law enforcement, legal, and correctional systems interact with each other in the United States. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will understand the context of local, state, and federal laws, the concepts of crime control and the judicial process, and the importance of communications and professionalism in law enforcement.

COURSE STANDARDS:

This is the first course in the Criminal Justice and Correction Services program of study. For more information on the benefits and requirements of implementing these programs in full, please visit the Law, Public Safety, Corrections, & Security website at https://www.tn.gov/education/career-and-technical-education/career-clusters/cte-cluster-law-public-safety.html

Students are expected to adhere to the rules and policies of the school. Also, students will behave according to the following class rules:

1. Be on time for class. Be seated before the bell rings and complete the bell ringer/Do Now.

2. Respect yourself, other students, guest speakers, and any teacher. Do not say anything disrespectful to anyone, do not curse, or use obscene gestures.

3. Come to class prepared. This includes having a sharpened pencil, paper, and laptop charged. Turned in classwork on time. There is NO homework unless you don’t finish it in class.

4. No horseplay of any type in class.

5. Cell phones are to be put away. Cell phones should not be visible in class. Laptops should not be in use unless instructed by the teacher. No electronics of any kind will be allowed during class time.

6. After three consecutive tardiness per semester and each subsequent one thereafter, students will be referred to the office.

7. NO FOOD in the Classroom.

8. Do not get out of your seat to leave until the dismissal bell rings. Do not line up at the door.

9. Keep hands to yourself and do not bother other students’ and teachers’ property.

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