Welcome
• Teacher: Mrs. Kirkpatrick (Mrs. K)
• Classes: Biology
(Per. 0, 3, 5)
AP Environmental
(Per. 1, 2, 6)
• Please find your seat on the seating chart and pick up a 3 X
5 index card.
• Turn off your cell phone and place in the basket on your
table.
• Contact Information:
Phone: 714-626-5804 (4th period prep. and after school)
e-mail and website can be accessed through
www.troyhigh.com
Please Write the Following
Information on Your Index Card
(Lined side)
Full Name (name preferred)
Home Phone number
Parent name(s)
Parent(s) Work number
• Primary Language Spoken at home
• City you live in/ Estimated commute time for you to arrive at
school (min.)
• Three possible occupations you wish to pursue
• College/ University you wish to attend.
• Most interesting topic of biology or environmental science you
enjoy or would like to learn more about.
• Do you have a computer and internet access at home and a
printer (Yes or no)
• Extracurricular activities/ hobbies in or out of school
• Seating preference (no guarantees but, I will do what I can)
A Little about Mrs. K
• Spouse: Mr. K
• Two Children: Jessica (18 yrs)
Courtney (15 yrs)
• Two Step-Children: Colin (almost 9 yrs)
Chad (6 yrs)
• Teaching at Troy for 20 years
• College attended: U. C. Irvine, CSULB, & CSUF
• Degrees: BS Biology; Masters Educational Leadership
• Enjoy: Watching my children play sports/activities,
reading, hanging out with family and friends, church
activities, movies, music, etc.
My Husband and I
My Favorite Vacation
My Children
HAWAIIAN LUAU
BIOLOGY TEXTBOOK
• Biology by Miller, Levine
2006 ed.
Additional Resources:
• Biology for Dummies and other biology
help books.
• Internet sources
http://phschool.com/atschool/biology/
APES Textbook
• Living in the Environment: Principles,
Connections, and Solutions; 13th edition
By G. Tyler Miller, Jr.
• Recommendations:
-AP review books
-Internet access
• Visit:
http://www.collegeboard.com
http://www.info.brookscole.com/miller13
APES
Requirements/Pre-Requisites
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Received a “B” or better in Biology-H
Received a “B” or better in Chemistry-H
Or 3 years of science with “B” or better
Passed/concurrently enrolled in algebra II
or higher
Seating Arrangement
• Randomly selected at beginning of year
• Changed only by my discretion.
• Seats will be reassigned every quarter (or
as needed).
General Responsibilities
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Be prepared, attentive, and on-time EVERDAY
Be organized
Be respectful
Treat others as you would like to be treated
Know your limitations
Be honest with yourself and others (don’t cheat)
Own up to and learn from your mistakes & failures
Budget your time wisely
No chewing gum, drinking, or eating food (except H20)
Electronic devices are to be turned off in class i.e.. Cell
phones, iPods, etc. and placed in basket.
• Raise your hand for Q & A and any discussions we have
Class Expectations/Guidelines
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Goals for the class
Participation Grade
Unexcused tardiness
Hall passes
Grading policy & scale
Make up policy
Course schedule
Signatures
Purpose & Goals of the Class
• To encourage, empower, and stimulate an
interest in science/ the environment
• Inform students about science/ the environment
• To shape students into:
– good citizens
– critical thinkers
– good communicators
– life-long learners
Make students aware of the California Standards for
Biology and prepare for the exams given in April
• Prepare for the AP exams in May (APES only)
Participation Grade
• Worth 30 Points (25 points in APES)
• Given at the end of the semester (Jan. & Jun.)
• Lose pts: Unprepared, tardiness, misbehavior,
eating/drinking, excessive electrical device use,
unclean lab bench or extra hall passes
• Earn pts: participating in class, any extra time
spent beyond normal class period, any
contributions that benefit the class, or free hall
passes not used.
*Maximum amount is 30 points (25 points in
APES).
Unexcused Tardiness
• Tardy: not present and seated when the bell
rings.
• Unexcused Tardy: no note
• Must sign the TARDY LOG-your proof of being
present that day.
• Lose participation points (5 pts per unexcused
tardy)
• Could result in an unexcused absence if not
resolved (Truancy/ Cutting class)
• Lose high school credit after 3 truants/ cuts.
Hall Passes
• You cannot leave the class without my
approval.
• You are allotted TWO (2) free hall passes per
semester.
• Use them at the appropriate time.
• Only one hall pass sheet is given per semester.
• Two extra passes available for use = 10 pts.
lost on participation grade, each.
• Hall pass sheet must be kept and returned at
the end of the semester for participation
credit.
Grading Policy
• Points will be earned for:
-Tests, quizzes, labs, study guides,
projects, and written assignments, etc.
• Points earned will be divided by total
possible points to generate a percentage.
• The percent score will fall into a range and
a letter grade assigned.
• Grades will be updated and posted in the
classroom throughout the year.
Make-up Policy
• All make up tests will be given at teacher’s
discretion within two weeks of missed test
• Labs-may or may not be made up depending on
availability of materials
• Assignments can be made up but will be
deducted a minimum of 20% if it is late. You
must provide verification of cleared absence to
receive late credit. (NO truants will be allowed
to do make ups)
• Excused absences are given the same amount
of time to make up work for the days missed.
After that they will be considered late and follow
the same guidelines as above
Daily Routine
• Weekly Assignment Sheet (WAS): posted on
overhead daily and on class website. KEEP IT
UPDATED!!
• Introductory Questions (IQ’s): daily review of
material covered in the class
• Review previous material/ Check homework
• Lecture/Discussion or activity-new material
• Recap
• Homework Assignment (almost everyday) Check
the WAS!!
Grading Scale
%Score
10 0 - 97.5
97.49– 92.5
92.49 – 89.5
Grade
A+
A
A-
89.49 – 87.5
87.49 – 82.5
82.49– 79.5
B+
B
B-
79.49 – 77.5
77.49 – 72.5
72.49 – 69.5
C+
C
C-
69.49– 67.5
67.49 – 62.5
62.49 – 58.5
D+
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D-
58.49 & below
F
Biology 1st semester
Tentative Schedule
September: Introduction
Biology as a Science Ch. 1
The Chemical Basis of Life Ch. 2
September - October: Cell Biology
Cell structure and function Ch. 7
Cell energy: Photosynthesis Ch. 8
Cell energy: Cellular Respiration Ch.9
November - December: Genetics
Cell Growth, Division Ch. 10
Introduction to Genetics/Chromosome Theory Ch. 11
DNA and RNA Ch. 12
Genetic Engineering Ch. 13
Human Heredity Ch. 14
Biology 2nd Semester
Tentative Schedule
January - February: Evolution
Evidence of Change, the Mechanism for Evolution, and the History of Life Ch. 15,16,17
February: Ecology
Biosphere Ch.3
Ecosystems and Communities Ch. 4
Populations Ch. 5
Humans in the Biosphere Ch. 6
March – April: Physiology
Nervous System Ch. 35
Immune System and Disease Ch. 40
Skeletal, Muscle, and Integumentary Systems Ch. 36
Digestion and Excretory Systems Ch. 38
Circulatory and Respiratory Systems Ch. 37
Endocrine and Reproductive Systems Ch. 39
May – June: Survey of the Kingdoms
Comparing Invertebrates Ch. 29
Comparing Vertebrates Ch. 30
Signatures
Syllabus requirements
• Discuss and read over syllabus with your parents
• Print & sign Your Name
• Parents fill in the short survey
• Parents print & sign their name
• Return to me Friday (5 points)
Homework
• Read Chapter Section 1-1
• Visit these sites http://phschool.com/atschool/biology/
http://www.troyhigh.com : Mrs. Kirkpatrick’s web page
• Cover Book, if not done so already
APES 1st Semester
Tentative Schedule
Introduction: 2 weeks
Overview Ch. 1
History Ch. 2
Energy: 2-4 weeks
Matter and Energy Resources Ch. 3
Ecosystems Ch. 4
Evolution/Ecology: 3 weeks
Evolution Ch. 5
Climate, Biomes and Terrestrial Biodiversity Ch. 6
Aquatic Biodiversity Ch. 7
Terrestrial Biodiversity /Aquatic Biodiversity: 2 weeks
Sustaining Wild Species Ch. 22
Sustaining Terrestrial Biodiversity Ch. 23
Sustaining Aquatic Biodiversity Ch. 24
Human Populations: 3 weeks
Community Ecology Ch. 8
Population Dynamics Ch. 9
Human Populations Ch. 12
Food Resources/ Pests/ Pesticides: 2-3 weeks
Food Resources Ch. 13
Pesticides and Pest Control Ch.20
APES 2nd Semester
Tentative Schedule
Risks and Human Health: 3 weeks
Risk, Toxicology, and Human Health Ch. 11
Geology and Energy resources: 3 weeks
Geologic Processes Hazards, and Soil Ch. 10
Nonrenewable Mineral and Energy Ch. 15
Renewable Energy Ch. 16
Water: 3-4 weeks
Water Resources Ch. 14
Water pollution Ch. 19
Air: 3 weeks
Air and Air Pollution Ch. 17
Climate Change and Ozone Loss Ch. 18
Waste and Urbanization: 2 weeks
Solid and Hazardous Waste Ch. 21
Sustainable Cities/Urbanization Ch. 25
APES REVIEW
Stewardship: 2 weeks (If time permits)
Economics and Environment Ch. 26
Politics and Environment Ch. 27
Environmental Worldviews, Ethics, and Sustainability Ch. 28
Signatures/Homework
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Discuss and read over syllabus with your parents
Print & sign Your Name
Parents take short survey
Parents print & sign their name
Return to me Friday (3 points)
Homework
• Read Chapter 1
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Visit the textbook site
http://www.brookscole.com/cgiwadsworth/course_products_wp.pl?fid=M20b&flag=student&product_isbn_i
ssn=9780534997298&disciplinenumber=22
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Go to http://www.troyhigh.com Download Chapter 1 study guide from my
website and bring to class tomorrow
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Cover Book, if not done so already