• Biology 2022-2023

    Major Topics of Study:​

    • Cells, Cell Cycle, Cellular Transport​

    • DNA Transcription and Translation​

    • Protein Synthesis​

    • Viruses​

    • Genetics​

    • Evolution and Taxonomy​

    • Ecology​

    • Plant and Animal Systems

     

    CLASS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

    Late Work ​

    Because our course moves at a fast pace, turning assignments in on time is essential for success. ​

    Per school policy, late assignments will be accepted 5 days from the designated due date or at the end of the nine weeks, if the nine weeks ends prior to the due date. ​

    ​When an assignment is submitted after the due date,  a late penalty of up to 5 pts per day will be applied.

     

    Attendance/Absences

    Good attendance is essential to success in Biology. 

    Because this is a semester course, entire units can be covered within a week or two.  Missing class repeatedly will make it very difficult to learn and retain information. 

    If you have an EXCUSED absence, please ​be sure to check CANVAS for updates and posted assignments. ​

    ​Per school policy, students will be given one day to make up work for each EXCUSED absence.  

    Students will not be given credit for make-up work when the absence is due to truancy.​

    ​LABS requiring materials will need to be made up in person during tutoring or an arranged time unless an alternative assignment is approved by Ms. Stannard.

     

    ​Technology

    We will be utilizing digital resources to research, review, and submit some assignments and assessments. ​

    ​You are responsible for bringing your charged Chromebook to class every day so that you can access and submit assignments through Canvas.​

    ​Cell phones and headphones are NOT ALLOWED in class and must be KEPT OUT OF SIGHT unless authorized by Ms. Stannard for instructional use.  

     

    Grading Categories

    60% Daily Work and Quizzes

    40% Exams and Major Projects

    Passing the STAAR EOC Biology Exam is a graduation requirement.  Always try your best!

     

    Additional Information

    • Prior to the bell, please grab your  notebook and begin your daily warm-up. ​

    • ​No food or drink in the classroom other than water bottles.

    • We will follow the school tardy policy as well as the "10 minute Rule" regarding bathroom usage.  Please visit restrooms and handle personal errands during passing periods.​

    • We will follow the school discipline policy.​

    • All work submitted should be your own!​

    • Please do not rearrange classroom furniture.​

    • Please respect classroom resources.  ​Clean your area and return all​ materials to their proper locations​ before leaving each day.​

     

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