Welcome to Biology. AGENDA for the week Introduction & procedures Personal Interview Project (begin now and return for homework) First day packets (3.

Welcome to Biology

AGENDA for the week Introduction & procedures Personal Interview Project (begin now and return for homework) First day packets (3rd period only) Syllabus + powerpoint On-line Book + check out (handout) Remind 101 Safety contracts (get them signed) Safety mapping (activity) Safety type III writing Freshmen Academy Topic – Agenda’s and To-Do lists Using the scientific method (activity) What is Biology? (Characteristics of Living Things) Hall pass coupons (handout) Properties of water Introduction to Biomolecules

1st Period Rules & Procedures

Rules #1-3: http://youtu.be/NejnJdsi6cE

Rule #4: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_w8kS_W8VE8&feature=share&list=PL5HBTxS4Gl3Oh9v5R16mcWb_h6mxsMrN3

Rule #5: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TxjoKdXsvA&feature=share&list=PL5HBTxS4Gl3Oh9v5R16mcWb_h6mxsMrN3

Rule #6: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YG-uWU6Ue4&feature=share&list=PL5HBTxS4Gl3Oh9v5R16mcWb_h6mxsMrN3

Rule #7: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qzfQhbZ4HM&feature=share&list=PL5HBTxS4Gl3Oh9v5R16mcWb_h6mxsMrN3

Rule #8: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MpbiG517CYU&feature=share&list=PL5HBTxS4Gl3Oh9v5R16mcWb_h6mxsMrN3

3rd period

Print your full name on the top of EVERY paper in your packet.

Return these packets the next class session. Every form must be either filled out or you

must write “Does not apply” on the top of the form.

Student Info and Safety

You must have this paper filled out, signed and returned to me by next class session

Class supplies (needed daily) Pen and pencils Map pencils Glue sticks One Three-ring binder Notebook paper for notes Composition book Biology “killer whale” or Biology “dragonfly” book Flash drive (will be helpful)

Syllabus – 1st semester Introduction to biology

and scientific methods Biochemistry Cells & Cell Structure Cell Processes Human Body Systems

and Cell Differentiation DNA/RNA &Protein

Synthesis Genetics and Heredity

Syllabus – 2nd semester Variation & Evolution Natural Selection &

Classification Relationships between

Organisms & their Environment

Ecology STAAR Prep &Review Enrichment

Typical day

Record Objectives & Agenda

Lecture/ note taking Activities Closure & Wrap up Learning Journal/Type

III Writing

Daily

At the beginning of every period, you will record the agenda and objectives into your agenda or binder so that you document activities, assignments and due dates.

Assignments

Are often started in class and expected to be finished at home.

Turn in all assignments at the beginning of class unless other instructions have been given.

NAME, DATE, PERIOD Remember: The person who does the work is

the one who learns. Copying is considered academic dishonesty.

Late work is not given full credit. The HIGHEST you may earn on late work is a 70%.

There are hard grade deadlines every three weeks that must be adhered.

Work turned in for credit after these deadlines have passed will be awarded a 50% maximum.

You will be expected to sit at your assigned seat and follow all instructions. Safety is our first priority.

During class time students MUST follow all class rules to ensure the safety of all students.

There can be absolutely NO horseplay during class time.

PISD Laboratory Safety Rules will be strictly enforced at all times. You will be given a copy of these rules and MUST pass a Safety test.

Assessments will be given at the end of each topic. Make up exams or corrections must be scheduled with your teacher.

If you miss an assignment or an EXAM they will be marked with “M” or ZERO “0 %” until it is made up.

Remember.. There are some hard deadlines that must be adhered to such as 3-week cycles.

Grading: 80% - Major Assessments 50% May include: Bundle Tests, Long term projects, Lab

write-ups, etc Minor Assessments 30% May include: Quests (short test), Notebook

evaluations, Short term projects, etc

  20% Daily Grades May include: Quix (quick quizzes), Notebook checks,

homework, warm up checks, exit tickets, etc

Semester Grades

Two cycle grades (averaged) = 90% of semester grade.

Exams (midterm & final) = 10% of semester grade

Both semesters need to average to at least a 70% to receive credit

Student Progress

Parents/guardians will receive a grade update every 3 weeks.

It is REQUIRED that every student have on-line access to monitor their grades.

Class Guidelines & Expectations: Be in your ASSIGNED seat and prepared with class materials when

the instruction bell rings. No Backpacks, Book bags or Purse bags at your tables…put them

on the side and back counters unless I instruct you otherwise. Sit in assigned seat facing forward during instruction unless I give

you instructions otherwise. NO FOOD …NO open sodas, lollipops/suckers or seeds are

allowed. NO selling of fund-raisers without permission first...otherwise you

will forfeit your goods and have to pick them up from your Principal.

Follow HHS policies of personal electronic devices such as phones, cameras, mp3 players.

Follow all instructions given and stay on assigned task. Do every assignment fully and turn it in on time.

SUGGESTIONS FOR SUCCESS IN BIOLOGY

Do every assignment. Most frequently the people that do poorly in this class do so

because they are not doing their homework and assignments. Likewise, those that do every assignment usually do very well in the class.

Carry a good attitude. Tenacity and perseverance will most of the time take you

further than someone with a high IQ and a sour disposition. Participation, cooperativeness, attitude, responsibility, work habits, promptness, dependability, and enthusiasm can affect your grade.

Come in for help if you genuinely do not understand a subject or topic, I'll be glad

to help you as much as possible.

Class Website

http://hawknationbiology.weebly.com/

The class website is a great resource for you to use. You can find anything from the course syllabus to PowerPoint/notes we have taken in class.

Binders: Each student MUST have a 3-ring binder. All paper work pertaining to this class is to be KEPT

in this binder in chronological order. It is highly suggested that you have only 1 binder for

all subjects to avoid A & B-day confusion. The objective is to get you to keep your work for further

reference. Term exams are comprehensive, and you will need your notebook material to study for these. In addition, the notebook assignments may be scored periodically.

General policies

Class will begin when the bell rings. Save individual needs to the end of class

Be Prompt, Prepared and Polite We will follow the HHS First & last 10 minute rule Prohibited items:

headphones, music players, cell phones, cameras, smart phones, PDA’s, handheld games, etc.

•Study Hall / Tutorials

Knox: After School 4:20 – 5:15 Mornings only available by appointment. You must get a tutorial pass if you intend to come

in. Although you may attend ANY Biology

teacher’s Study Hall

Reminders

Remember to turn in your safety contract to me by next class session.

Get your syllabus sheet signed3rd period get your required paperwork

packets filled out and signed.Bring your 3 ring binder, composition

notebook and materials. I will be giving a daily grade for this.

Sign up for Biology Reminders

Sign up for PreAP Biology Reminders