North Intermediate High School
Mrs. Blair room S 117
alblair@baschools.org
259-4320 ext. 2128
Biology 1 Syllabus
Textbook # _____________
Course Description:
 Biology focuses on the study of living beings and life processes. We will be
studying how living things grow, function, and interact with a practical approach
to the understanding of life science and the environment.
Purpose of Course:
 Requirement for High School Diploma
 Requirement for College Admission
Textbook:
 Prentice Hall Biology (on-line version is available)
Supplies Required:
 A 2“or 1 ½” binder (for Biology ONLY!!!)
 paper
 pencil pouch
 red pen
 either a pencil or blue/black ink pen
Expectations – Procedures:
 Bring your supplies to class everyday NO BORROWING!! (1st offense =
warning, 2nd offense = zero on that days assignment)
 Be in your seat when the bell rings, there are consequences for being tardy.
(Remember to get a drink and go to the restroom before class begins)
 No name on paper = No credit for work No exceptions!
 I expect all work to be turned in when it is due. ( Late work will not be accepted)
 Make-up work (when you are absent) is your responsibility (I will not hunt you
down). Check assignment board on the North wall for missed assignments.
 No gum, candy, food, or drinks (except water) allowed in my classroom.
 When I give extra credit take advantage, do not ask later for individual extra
credit to raise your grade I will not give it (DO NOT ASK!)
 I expect you to respect me, yourself, and other students. Disruptions are not
acceptable! I will enforce school rules in my classroom/hall (dress code, etc.)
 Sleeping in class is unacceptable
 I expect you to take notes and you will be given a grade on your notes
NIHS Classroom Management Plan
The following steps will be taken for those who choose to violate classroom/school rules
1. Warning by teacher
2. Teacher assigned disciplinary action / parent contact
3. Parent contact / before or after school detention
4. Student referral to office
* The teacher reserves the right to refer a student to the office for severe violations
Evaluation of Achievement:
 Grades are calculated on a weighted scale
 Homework and notes are 24% of your grade
 Tests and labs are 55% of your grade (tests will always have a higher point value)
 Projects are 10% of your grade
 Semester tests are 11% of your grade
Grading Scale:
90% – 100%
80% – 89%
70% – 79%
60% – 69%
0% – 50%
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B
C
D
F
Units to be Completed:
1. biological science/chemistry
2. ecology
3. cells
4. photosynthesis/cell respiration
5. genetics/DNA
6. evolution
7. taxonomy/classification/kingdoms
8. animal behavior and the brain
9. plants
10. animals
11. human body
The best way to contact me is through e-mail, I check it frequently through the day and
will get back to you as soon as possible, usually after school or on my plan.
I am looking forward to working with all my students and their parents this year!
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