Biology/Pre AP Biology
Mrs. Paul
Room: C122
Conference: 11:27-12:50
Email: kpaul@bridgeportisd.net
Phone Number: 940-683-4064 ext. 2122
Grading Policy:
Daily Assignments/Essays/Quizzes/Labs- 50%
Tests- 50%
*If a student is absent it is their responsibility to obtain any missed assignments and
turn them in in a timely manner (missed one day- one day to make up).
*Late assignments will receive a 30point deduction. After 5 school days the
assignment will no longer be accepted.
*Retake Policy- Students will have one week to do the following in order to receive
a better grade on tests that they are not satisfied with.
1. Test corrections- Write the question, why you were wrong, and why
correct answer is right.
2. Do an oral interview before retake deadline.
3. The two test grades will be averaged together for the new grade.
Classroom Rules:
Be Prepared- bring all supplies to class (laptop, notebook, writing utensils)
Follow ALL Safety Rules
Show Respect at ALL Times to Teacher and Classmates- this will allow the Teacher
to teach and students to learn.
Follow Directions Quickly
Do Your Part to Keep the Room Clean
Cell Phones use IS NOT Permitted in Class- unless an exception is made by the
teacher for a teaching activity. Cell phones will be put in the phone organizer at the
beginning of class and can be picked up at the end of class.
**If any of the above rules are not followed there will be a:
1. Warning
2. Phone call to parents
3. Writing assignment
4. Sent to principal.
Supplies:
2”, 3 ring binder- cover design needs to include name, class, period
Dividers with Labels (7):
Biology
Pre AP
1. Important Class Information
1. Same
2. Vocabulary
2. Notes
3. Notes
3. QUADS
4. Labs
4. Same
a. Table of Contents (2-3 pgs.)
b. Safety Procedures
c. Scientific Process
d. Biology Tools
e. Measurement Charts
5. Quizzes
5. Same
6. Tests
6. Same
7. Scientific Article Summaries
7. Abstract Articles
**Students will only receive credit for their notebooks each six weeks if it is kept in
order!!
Map Colors
Graph Paper
Calculator
Writing Utensils: pen or pencil
*These items need to be brought to class everyday
Course Objective:
Students will build on and further develop their basic knowledge and skills of
science. Students will demonstrate the ability to use scientific skills and processes,
appropriate terminology, and biological concepts to explain how life on earth is
connected and dependent on each other. Students will be preparing for the EOC
and future AP Biology exam. Pre AP students will also start to develop a foundation
for basic college science courses. Each student is required to take and PASS the
state’s EOC exam.
My Objective:
Besides helping you be successful on the EOC exam, my hope is that each of you
will have a greater appreciation, awareness, and respect for all living things. I also
hope that you will have fun learning about science!!
Biology/Pre AP Course Timeline:
1st 6 Weeks
Lab Safety/Scientific Method
Biochemistry
Cells
2nd 6 Weeks
Photosynthesis/Cellular Respiration
Cell Cycle- Mitosis/Meiosis
Protein Synthesis
3rd 6 Weeks
Protein Synthesis Continued
Genetics and Heredity
4th 6 Weeks
Evolution
Ecology
Classification
5th 6 Weeks
Viruses, Bacteria, Protists
Plants
Animal Kingdom
6th 6 Weeks
Systems of the Body
Review for EOC