Atlantic Technical High School
Honors Biology
Syllabus
2016-2017
Teacher Name: Crystal Long
Classroom Location: 2427
Phone Number: 754 321-5100
Email Address: [email protected]
Teacher Schedule:
Period 1:
Period 2:
Period 3:
Period 4:
Honors Biology
Honors Biology
Plan
AP Biology
Office Hours:
M-F: 10:15-11:45
By appointment only.
Textbook/Supplementary Text(s):
Biology by Stephen Nowicki
Supplies:
See “Survival of the Fittest “ below.
High School Students are responsible for the care and
return of all the required books and required
materials/supplies on loan and will be issued an
obligation for damaged or missing books and/or
materials/supplies.
Note: Online textbook may be accessed through the BEEP
Student Portal, Doorway #2:
http://beep.browardschools.com
User ID: 10 digit student number
Password: Birth Date (MM/DD/YYYY)
Broward County Schools Attendance Policy:
A student who has had at least five unexcused absences, or absences for which the reasons are
unknown, within a calendar month, or 10 unexcused absences, or absences for which the reasons are
unknown, within a 90-calendar-day period, may be exhibiting a pattern of non-attendance (F.S.1003.26
(1) (b)) and the School Board of Broward County, Policy 5.5.
To report a student absence, please call Ms. Gwen Boykin at 754-321-5300, ext. 2100
BCS Grading System:
A
B
C
D
F
I
90 - 100%
80 - 89%
70 - 79%
60 - 69%
0 - 59%
Incomplete
Additional Grading Information:
ATC late work policy: freshmen may hand work in one day late.
The grade will be penalized by 20%.
View Your Grades:
Grades can be viewed online by following the directions below:
1. Go to https://browardfocus.com (access FOCUS using Chrome, Firefox or Safari)
2. Student ID which is on your student schedule.
3. Passcode: Student’s date of birth formatted as YYYYMMDD.
Four digits for the year, two digits for the month and two digits for the day.
Class Policies and Procedures: Honors Biology: Survival of the Fittest
Classroom materials:
Stapler
Tape
Tissues and hand sanitizer (you will be asked to bring one of these items)
Pencil sharpener
Hole-punch
Scissors-if you promise not to run
Efficiency:
Staple, chat, hand in assignments, in your seats when class begins
Talk to me later in the period (for non-emergencies)
Parents: I will respond to emails within 24 hours
Respect/Engagement
Facilities: classroom, furniture, equipment
Food, gum, and/or drinks are NOT permitted in a science lab due to safety. This must be
enforced.
Individuals: you, me, them
Thoughtfulness:
Sidebars, movement/noise
Questions/class discussion
Restroom pass: timeliness
Backpacks: not on your desk or laps
On task
Sleeping in class will result in a detention
Materials to bring
Binder with pockets.
Notebook paper.
Plain paper for diagraming
Daily agenda
Textbook: I have a class set, you may leave yours at home
Integrity
Cheating of any form will result in a zero on an assignment and a referral to administration as
documentation of this behavior. This involves anything done to get an “unfair” advantage over
your peers or taking credit for work you did not do. Think twice before you “help” someone else
complete their work or get a better grade.
Cell phones and cameras of any sort must remain in your bag or backpack when you are in class.
You DO NOT have permission to photograph or film me, your classmates, worksheets, tests,
etc.
Notes/assignments
-Write a heading on top of each page. Name, date, period in upper right.
-Notes are to be taken in either 2 column or power note format.
-Use blue or black ink. Colored highlighters may be used to add emphasis.
-Always written by hand, I do not accept word processed work.
-Notes and reviews arranged in chronological order in center rings.
-Graded work separated into a second section, or in a pocket in chronological order.
-Due dates will be written on the board with at least a 2 day warning.
-Notebooks will be collected and graded at the end of each quarter.
-Textbook Assignments are due at the beginning of the period they are assigned, have them
ready with heading, staple, name, and date before class begins.
-Textbook Assignments: Write out the question completely. Your answer may be brief and does
not have to be written in a complete sentence.
Listening
Listening skills are important in all relationships, as much at work and school as at home. Many
instructions will be verbal, so listen carefully and use your agenda to record them.
It is my goal to provide you with a safe, nurturing environment in which to learn, grow, and mature. I
am committed to doing my part to help you achieve success here at Atlantic Technical High School. I
am available before and after school most days if you should need help for any reason.
Note: Please refer to the Atlantic Technical High School Student Handbook for a complete
explanation of school policies regarding late schoolwork, the Honor Code, Dress Code, etc.
District Policies can be found at the Broward County Public Schools Code Book for Student
Conduct: http://bcps.browardschools.com/codeofconduct.asp.
Course Description
Biology standards are listed at the following site. Search for “Life Sciences,” choose high school level.
http://www.cpalms.org/public/search/Search
Course Description: Honors Biology is an advanced (honors point added to GPA), survey course.
Although Biology is a “content” area course, we will learn about many processes that drive the living
systems on Earth.
Class rules and procedures:
1.
Study guides and textbook assignments should be completed with accuracy and handed in at
the beginning of the period on the date it is due. All work and notes are to be hand
written. Late work will be accepted by ATC policy, one day late for 80% credit.
2.
You are responsible to check the board for weekly objectives and assignments, as well as due
dates. It is important to have a few classmates’ phone numbers who can inform you of
missed assignments and from whom you may borrow notes taken in class.
3.
Raise your hand if you have questions or comments during notes and group activities, raise
your hand or approach me if you have questions about class work. Please remember that
taking care of your needs in the classroom is my primary priority.
Course Outline:
Chapter 1: Biology in the 21st Century
Sections 3 & 4
Chapter 2: Chemistry of Life
Sections 2, 3, 4, & 5
Chapter 3: Cell Structure and Function
Sections 1-5
Chapter 21: Plant Structure and Function
Sections 1, 3, 4
Chapter 22: Plant Growth, Reproduction, and Response
Sections 1 & 2
Chapter 4: Cells and Energy
Sections 1, 2, 4, & 6
Chapter 5: Cell Growth and Division
Sections 1-5
Chapter 6: Meiosis and Mendel
Sections 1-6
Chapter 7: Extending Mendelian Genetics
Sections 1, 2, & 4
Chapter 8: From DNA to Proteins
Sections 2-7
Chapter 10: Principals of Evolution
Sections 2-5
Chapter 11: The Evolution of Populations
Sections 1-3, & 5
Chapter 12: The History of Life
Sections 3,4, & 6
Chapter 17: The Tree of Life
Sections 1, 2, & 4
Chapter 13: Principles of Ecology
Sections 2-5, & 7
Chapter 14: Interactions in Ecosystems
Sections 3-5
Chapter 15: The Biosphere
Section 4
Chapter 16: Human Impact on the Ecosystem
Section 4
Chapter 29: Nervous and Endocrine System
Section 4
Chapter 30: Respiratory and Circulatory System
Sections 3 & 4
Chapter 31: Immune System and Disease
Sections 1-6
Chapter 34: Reproductive and Development
Sections 1-4
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of age, color, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, race, religion, sex or sexual
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