I hope you find this webpage useful. You will find a weekly plan for each class. Along with the weekly plan, assignments will be posted on my moodle web page. Please feel free to email me if there is any additional information that you may need.
Course Description:
In biology, students observe and analyze the characteristic properties of living enter
organisms, including becoming familiar with homeostatic functions, exploring cellular structure and function and mechanisms of transport within cells, classifying organisms, and surveying the kingdoms of living organisms. Students utilize critical thinking skills to develop a greater appreciation of life and man's role in preserving life and the environment. They also analyze the cause and effect of the physical environment on the health and well-being of organisms, as well as develop skills in the application of proper laboratory techniques and safety. Components of this aspect of the course include microscopy, use of dissection instruments, and handling of laboratory chemicals and specimens.
Course Timeline:
The course of study in this class will follow the Nine-Week pacing guides created by the science teachers of the county. This pacing guide has divided the SOL objectives, to be covered for Biology, in increments of Nine-Weeks.
-The pacing guide for Biology will be posted in the classroom and is available under Secondary Resources on the Washington County Schools website (www.wcs.k12.va.us).
First Nine Weeks: Chapters 1 – 8
Second Nine Weeks: Chapters 9-34
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Class Expectations:
1. Everyone is expected to enter the classroom, in an orderly manner, and take their seats before the end of the bell.
2. Everyone is expected to be prepared for class before they take their seats.
3. Everyone is expected to write down daily prefixes/suffixes and any homework assignments, at the beginning of the class.
4. Everyone is expected to follow all laboratory procedures.
5. Everyone is expected to do their own work. Homework should be completed before class time.
*Do not leave your textbooks in the classroom.*
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Class Rules:
1. You must be in the classroom when the bell rings. Please do not be tardy.
-School policy for tardies will be followed.
[Third tardy – teacher assigned after-school detention; Any tardy, after the third is referred to Administration]
2. No food or drinks (other than water) in the classroom. Electronic devices are also not allowed in class.
3. Be respectful of yourself, others and their belongings in the classroom.
4. Bring all necessary materials to class each day.
5. Follow directions the first time they are given.
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Grading:
Biology : Grading
*Grading Categories and Percentages*
Grading Category and Percentages (for each Grading Category):
Tests 30%
Quizzes 25%
Classwork/Homework 25%
Laboratory exercises 20%>br>
All Together (Total): 100%
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Ms. Hogston's Schedule
First Semester
Second Period: Biology I Honors
Third Period: Biology I (First Lunch)
Fourth Period: Biology I
Second Semester
Second Period: Biology I
Third Period: Biology I (First Lunch)
Fourth Period: Biology I
Syllabus
Honors Syllabus 2014-2015
Please refer to my moodle page for weekly objectives and assignments.
**Note: All daily objectives are subject to change. There may be slight variations depending on the pace of an individual class. Homework due dates usually do not change.
Regular Bell Schedule
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