Biology
2013-2014
Mrs. Maciel-Room 11
michellem@kcsnet.com
Course Description: This biology course centers on the study of God’s living
creation from the large and visible to the small and microscopic. There will also be
laboratory exercises and instruction. Specifics will be covered in the following
areas:
Botany
Human Anatomy and Physiology
History of Modern Science
Ecology
Zoology
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Text: Biology, God’s Living Creation, A Beka
Course Objectives: Biology will help students to understand God’s living
creation from a biblical perspective. It will also help develop a scientific vocabulary
and give a good foundation should a student be interested in more advanced biology
studies in the future.
Course Grading:
Tests/Quizzes:
Labs/Projects/Homework
Citizenship (weekly)
50%
30%
20%
Classroom Format, Procedures, Expectations:
Format:
Classes will consist primarily of review of the previous night’s homework, lecture
and discussion of new material. Some time in class will be given to work on the new
homework assignment for this class only. Approximately once a week students will
participate in either a dissection lab or activity to reinforce principles covered in the
current chapter.
Procedures:
Timely-be to class on time and seated in assigned seat when the bell rings otherwise
obtain a pass from the office.
Cell Phones-must be set at silent (not vibrate) and checked in before being seated.
No other electronics are allowed in class.
Materials-come prepared with pens (blue or black), notebook with paper, and
textbook. These items may be rented for the day; however, if it becomes a habit this
will affect citizenship grades.
Hall Pass-may be used for the restroom only during independent work.
Food, Drinks, Gum-will not be allowed in class.
Hats-must come off when entering the room.
Expectations:
Honor Christ in all you do!
Homework: Daily assignments are clearly posted online. Just visit kcsnet.com, go to
the student drop down menu, go to the faculty page, choose the teacher, and the
assignment calendars are at the bottom according to the week. You will also find
the syllabus related to your class and the supply list. Homework is due the next
day. In the case of absence, the STUDENT is expected to keep up with the
assignments on the class schedule. Missed assignments will not be accepted more
than a week after the absence. Long-term projects must be turned in by the due
date for credit. If a student is absent on the due date, it is due on the day of return.
Late homework will be accepted no later than a week after due date for a 50%
reduction in grade. No credit will be given to late projects.
Notebooks: Each page should be labeled (Chapter and Section) Students should
group all of the notes for the chapter together, all of the chapter terms together, and
chapter questions. The chapter section should end with the worksheets that pertain
to the chapter. This will be helpful when it comes time to study.
Citizenship: Citizenship represents 20% of the class grade. Students are expected
to listen, take notes, raise hands to ask questions or make comments, and work
quietly and independently unless it is a group assignment. A record will be
maintained for demerits earned in class. It is the students’ responsibility to check
their citizenship grades if they have concerns. It is not my desire to discipline you!
To the degree that you are self-disciplined, I will not have to discipline you! (I Cor.
11:31 and Gal. 5:18)
Laboratory Policy: Safety is our number one concern. Students will be taught and
tested on lab procedures and safety. Any actions that may be deemed inappropriate
or unsafe will definitely be reflected in citizenship and possibly will result in a
referral.
Tests and Quizzes: Students are responsible for following the assignment calendar
to be prepared for tests. Tests will occur every two or three weeks. Should you
miss a test or quiz, YOU are responsible for making it up within a week of your
absence.
Personal Message:
I am so pleased to have you as a student this year!
I pray that you will be fully engaged with our subject so that you will be even more
equipped for the PURPOSE that the Lord has for your life!