Welcome to Biology
Biology is the study of life. This year we will be exploring the following topics in major units:
- Thinking like a scientist
- Evolution
- Ecosystems
- Biomolecules
- Photosynthesis & Respiration
- DNA & Protein Synthesis
- Genetics
- Cell Division
Supplies needed
- 3 ring binder (1-1.5″)
- Loose leaf paper (college ruled is best)
- Divider tabs (5) labeled: Bellwork, Notes, Assignments, Labs
Textbook
- Modern Biology, CD to be downloaded then returned (cost to replace $80)
- PDF of Modern Bio book can be accessed online at iLearn site:
Classroom guidelines
- Be in your assigned seat and working on the assigned Bellwork when the final bell rings.
- Get out ALL materials to class AND put them away when you leave.
- Follow directions the first time they are given.
- Treat each person in this room with respect and dignity.
- Follow all procedures and policies as outlines in the DHS handbook.
Following the guidelines will result in a stress-free learning environment☺
Online learning
- Google Classroom Code: t6n51k5
- iBlog: https://iblog.dearbornschools.org/biomeek/
- iLearn: vpgzg2
Cell Phones
Allowed before 7:10am, during lunch in cafeteria, and after 2:15
In class phones need to be off and either in bag, pocket or in pouches.
If you have your phone out, you’ll be asked to put it away, or in a pouch. You will be sent to the office to your administrator if you refuse to comply with the cell phone policy,
Attendance
Present (in seat when bell rings):
- If unexcused tardy, students are to complete a tardy slip when they arrive to class🡪 place in tardy basket
- If excused, place pass in tardy basket =, sit down and catch up with the class. Do not interrupt class.
Absences:
- If excused, you will need to find out what we did from another classmate, or go to google classroom to find out what we did. There is a hanging file folder with the handouts. You can also come before/after school or email the teacher questions.
- Tests and quizzes will be made up before school or after school. You are expected to schedule a makeup time within 2 weeks.
Passes
- Planner is required
- Not given in first & last 10 minutes of class
- Bathroom passes not allowed due to 7 min passing period
Grading
Gradebook:
- 80% Summative Assessments (Tests, quizzes, labs and projects)
- 20% Formative Assessments (homework, bellwork, labs, binders)
Grading Procedures
- Retakes: Students must have 100% of binder completed to retake a summative assessment. Retake is final grade
- Must complete additional study work and fill out form to qualify for retake. Retake includes short answer and fill in the blank
- Final Exam: end of semester, covers entire semester. 11% of overall semester grade
- Projects will be assigned throughout and graded with a rubric
- Binders collected on test day
- Bellwork on board everyday
- need to include learning target/date/question/answer
- Test day is the last day to turn in work
Make up work
- Allowed the same number of days absent to make up an assignment
- Student is responsible for getting missing assignments from teacher
- Missed tests or labs will be made-up after school or Friday at lunch (schedule with teacher)
Grading Scale |
|
| 90-100 | A Mastery |
| 87-89 | B+ Proficient |
| 80-86.5 | B Proficient |
| 77-79 | C+ Developing |
| 70-76.5 | C Developing |
| 62-69 | D Little Evidence |
| 60-62 | D- Very Little Evidence |
| Below 60 | E No Evidence |