PAP Anatomy and Physiology
Mrs. Kayla Sommers
kaylasommers@tomballisd.net
(281) 357-3230 x1110
Room #: 2001
http://sommersscience.weebly.com
This course is a study of the human body in anatomy (structure) and physiology (function). All major
body systems will be covered. Classroom work is supplemented with laboratory exercises
encompassing analysis and dissection, including a variety of body organs and one invertebrate. This
course will be beneficial to students looking at a degree in health care or a medical field such as
nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy, or any of the allied health fields.
Course Sequence:
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Orientation to the Human Body
Biochemistry
Cellular Biology
Tissues
Integumentary System
Skeletal System
Muscular System
Nervous System
Special Senses
Endocrine System
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Cardiovascular System
Lymphatic System
Immune System
Respiratory System
Digestive System
Urinary System
Cat Dissection
Genetics
 Reproductive System
 Birth and Development
Learning Goals:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
 Define anatomical and physiological terms
 Name the levels of organization of the body, use proper anatomical terminology to describe
the body
 Differentiate the types of chemical bonds, reactions, and chemical composition of living matter
 Explain the anatomy of the cell, cell physiology, body tissues, and development of cells/tissues
 Demonstrate an understanding of the anatomy and physiology of all the major body systems
Evaluation Methods:
Daily grades: 30%: includes homework, quizzes, small labs, and writing assignments.
Major grades: 70%: includes tests, formal lab reports, and projects.
*Please be aware of this when accessing grades online. Assignments aren’t always
out of 100 points, as to weight some assignments more important than others.
Tutoring:
I am available by appointment or during my tutoring hours. My tutoring hours will be
Tuesday/Thursday 7:00 – 7:30am, and Tuesday/Thursday 3:00 – 3:30pm. Please check with me the
day before to be sure I do not have any prior commitments. If I am not available students are
encouraged to attend tutoring with another science teacher.
Required Materials:
 Students will also need an organized way of maintaining their classwork and notes
 Three-ring binder
 Dividers (6)
 Spiral notebook
 Colored pencils
Requested Materials:
 Paper towels
 Disinfectant wipes
 Disposable gloves (for dissections)
Homework:
Homework assignments will be given often throughout the week. The majority will be readings
and classwork that was not completed during our allotted class time. It is the student’s
responsibility to ask questions if you do not understand an assignment. All unique work must
be shown to get credit for a problem.
Class Rules
 Be on time
 Be respectful, responsible, and ready
 Turn off all electronics
Conference period: My conference period is 4th period (10:37 – 11:27am)
Late / Missed Work:
 Late work is defined as work that is not turned in at the beginning of the class in which it is
due. Late work will receive a 10% deduction for every 24 hours it is late.
 If you have an excused absence, you have two days to turn in the assignment for full credit.
 Any missed tests or quizzes will need to be scheduled with me within ONE week.
* Missed work can be found on the course website or in the classroom’s absent folder *
http://sommersscience.weebly.com
Tips for Success:
You can always look at the course website to view the calendar and obtain work assigned each day.
No one said that this course was going to be easy. Balancing this coursework in addition to your
other classes will probably prove to be a struggle. Keep in mind that I am and will always be on your
side. With everything that we do in our classroom, there is a purpose to benefit you. However, it is
up to you to utilize the resources available to you if help is needed. There is me, for one thing, but
don’t forget your classmates. They are a wonderful resource and by helping you, they are also
helping themselves. The best way to learn something is by teaching it.
“Help will always be given...to those who ask for it.” -- Albus Dumbledore
Dear Parents and Guardians:
This year, I have the privilege to teach your son or daughter PAP Anatomy and Physiology. My goal
is for your student to leave my classroom with an appreciation for anatomy and physiology, and
recognize the importance of the structure-function relationship in life.
Please look over the attached policies and expectations I have in place for my class. Please also
remind your student that these guidelines are in place so that our learning environment can be safe
and productive for all learners in the classroom.
Studying any science is demanding. Because the vocabulary in science is so unfamiliar, learning it
has been compared to learning a foreign language. New concepts will require mastery of prior
concepts in order to be successful. Therefore practice and repetition is essential. Your student can
therefore expect to have homework on a regular basis, and will be expected to complete assignments
on time.
If your student is struggling, please do not wait until the end of the grading period to contact me. I
will do everything I can on my end to help and to encourage your child. I am available for tutoring
most mornings and most afternoons, but advanced notice is appreciated. I have also set up a
website that will have most of the worksheets and notes that we do in class as well as a few other
helpful links. This is typically a great resource for both parents and students so please utilize it. The
website is: http://sommersscience.weebly.com
* Please note that my website is shared with my other courses as well.
I have found in recent years that my fastest reply is through e-mail, but please feel free to contact
me using any of the information below.
My conference period is 4th period 10:37 – 11:27pm.
I look forward to a rewarding and productive year with your student. Thank you in advance for your
support and help.
Sincerely,
Kayla Sommers
(281) 357-3230 x1110
kaylasommers@tomballisd.net