Week 20: January 20 - 24
Mon: 
  • No School – Martin Luther King Day

Tue:
  • No School – Grades Transmittal Day

Wed: Welcome to 2nd Semester!
  • New Week for Dissections: Feb 3 – 4
    • Due to CHHS Course Requests on Wed, Jan. 29
      • See Mrs. C for Sophomore Science Recommendations
  • Activity: Heart Rate and Blood Pressure
Wednesday Homework – Complete your data collection and analysis questions on today's Heart Rate and Blood Pressure handout (lavender). Be ready to discuss your findings in class tomorrow.

​Thu:
  • Handouts
    • Heart Structures and Blood Flow (blue)
    • Anatomy and Physiology of Human Lungs (pink)
    • Dissection Lab Safety and Clean-up Procedures (white)
  • Activity Review: Heart Rate and Blood Pressure
  • ​Review: Classroom Expectations
    • Hall Passes and Lab Book Spines
    • Service Dog in Training Information
  • Review/Signatures: Dissection Lab Safety and Clean-up Procedures
Thursday Homework – 1) Complete the blue Heart Structures and Blood Flow handout; 2) Read, highlight, underline, make notes on, etc., the pink Anatomy and Physiology of Human Lungs handout so you are ready for Monday’s lab, Beef Heart and Lungs.

Fri:
  • Lab: Fetal Pigs
    • This is an exploratory lab. No notes are needed.
Friday Homework – None, unless you still haven't completed the blue Heart Structures and Blood Flow handout and the pink Anatomy and Physiology of Human Lungs handout.

​Week 19: January 13 - 17
Mon:
All 2nd Quarter Content Due Thursday, 1/16, by 3:00 pm (revised lab books, test retakes, Level 4 Objective - Asexual Reproduction, book reports, etc.)
  • Slides: Mitosis
    • Cell Cycle
    • Crash Course Video: Mitosis Review
    • Mitosis Hand Jive
Monday Homework – Review the cell cycle stages, using the microscope images on Canvas. We'll have a mitosis quiz tomorrow. 

Tue:
All 2nd Quarter Content Due Thursday, 1/16, by 3:00 pm (revised lab books, test retakes, Level 4 Objective - Asexual Reproduction, book reports, etc.)
  • Quiz: Identify the Mitosis Stages
  • Slides: Mitosis
    • Amoeba Sisters Video: Cancer
Tuesday Homework – 1) Make sure all notes are complete for the Mitosis Slides; 2) Review the cell cycle stages, using the microscope images on Canvas. We'll have another mitosis quiz tomorrow. 

Wed:
All 2nd Quarter Content Due Tomorrow by 3:00 pm (revised lab books, test retakes, Level 4 Objective - Asexual Reproduction, book reports, etc.)
  • Quiz: Identify the Mitosis Stages - Again
  • Amoeba Sisters Video – Homeostasis
    • Lab Book Notes
  • Video - Diabetes Sea Shanty
  • Interactives
    • Gizmos – Homeostasis
Wednesday Homework – In your lab book, detail a specific example of homeostasis in an animal or plant. Pay attention to how multiple organ systems work together to maintain homeostasis. Be ready to share your example with the class tomorrow.

​Thu:
All 2nd Quarter Content Due Today by 3:00 pm (revised lab books, test retakes, Level 4 Objective - Asexual Reproduction, book reports, etc.)
  • Homework Discussion: Homeostasis Examples
  • Interactives
    • Gizmos – Homeostasis
    • PBS – Body Control Center
  • Practice: Blood Pressure Monitors
Thursday Homework – Follow the Canvas instructions for your lab book entry to complete the two homeostasis interactives.

Fri:
  • Skyward Grades Check
    • Last day to notify me of any grade discrepancies!
      • Send me an email - calculation errors, retake not in Skyward, no-count lab book not in Skyward, LB5 revised, etc.​
  • Activity: Heart Rate and Blood Pressure
Friday Homework – Dissections are coming up in two weeks – have you completed your dissection questionnaires?

​Week 18: January 6 - 10
Mon: Monday Homework – 1) Complete all lab book content for Bio Test 6 and use your scientifically-proven study tips to get ready for Wednesday; 2) Get busy on the Asexual Reproduction Level 4 Objective, if you plan to do this optional assignment.

Tue:
  • Video: Transplant – A Gift for Life
Tuesday Homework – Complete all lab book content for Bio Test 6 and use your scientifically-proven study tips to get ready for tomorrow; 2) Get busy on the Asexual Reproduction Level 4 Objective, if you plan to do this optional assignment.

Wed: ​Wednesday Homework – 1) If you plan on doing a retake for Bio Test 6, follow the procedures for eligibility and get signed up for TA asap; 2) Get busy on the Asexual Reproduction Level 4 Objective, if you plan to do this optional assignment.
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Thu:
All 2nd Quarter Content Due Thursday, 1/16, by 3:00 pm (revised lab books, test retakes, Level 4 Objective - Asexual Reproduction, book reports, etc.)
  • Lab Book Grading
  • Review: Bio Test 6 (Structure & Function – Cell Transport)
  • Handout: Cell Cycle​
Thursday Homework – 1) Complete the NearPod: Cell Cycle and Mitosis; 2) If you plan on doing a retake for Bio Test 6, follow the procedures for eligibility and get signed up for TA asap; 3) Get busy on the Asexual Reproduction Level 4 Objective, if you plan to do this optional assignment.

Fri:
All 2nd Quarter Content Due Thursday, 1/16, by 3:00 pm (revised lab books, test retakes, Level 4 Objective - Asexual Reproduction, book reports, etc.)
  • Skyward Grades
  • Slides: Mitosis
    • Cell Cycle​
Friday Homework – 1) If you plan on doing a retake for Bio Test 6, follow the procedures for eligibility and get signed up for TA asap; 2) Get busy on the Asexual Reproduction Level 4 Objective, if you plan to do this optional assignment.

​Week 17: December 16 - 20
Mon:
  • Lab Review – Po-tah-to Os-mah-to
    • 1) Peeled; 2) Chopped small; 3) Salt, not sugar; 4) Stirred until salt dissolved; 5) Warm water; 6) Least amount of water possible; 7) Dried off before 2nd weighing
  • Demo: Diffusion
  • Slides: Cell Membrane
    • Active Transport
    • Amoeba Sisters Video: Cell Transport
  • Handout – Cell Transport Chart
Monday Homework – Complete the Cell Transport Chart (we will not be working on this in class).

Tue:
  • Cell Membrane and Bubble Lab
Tuesday Homework – Answer the questions found on the Canvas assignment for today's Cell Membrane and Bubble Lab.

Wed:
  • Handouts
    • Data – Bio Test 6 (Structure & Function – Cell Transport)
    • Lab Book Checklist – Content for Bio Test 6
  • Homework Check - Cell Transport Chart; Cell Membrane and Bubble Lab
  • Slides: Cell Membrane
    • Amoeba Sisters Gif Drawing – Cell Transport​
    • Crash Course Video - In Da Club
  • BioMan Interactives - Cell Defense: The Plasma Membrane
    • Build a Membrane
    • Membrane Structure Challenge
    • Diffusion Challenge
    • Energy and Transport Challenge
    • Osmosis Challenge
Wednesday Homework – Spend 15 minutes practicing with the BioMan Interactives - Cell Defense: The Plasma Membrane.
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Thu: Thursday Homework – 1) Work through any of the BioMan Interactives – Cell Defense: The Plasma Membrane that you have not yet completed. These will help you prepare for Bio Test 6; 2) complete the Quizizz - Cell Transport to 100%; 3) Review the rules for active vs passive transport - you'll need this info to get into class tomorrow!

Fri:
  • Entrance Activity: Let Me In!
  • Holiday Hoopla!
    • Bring Your Own Goodies and Drinks
    • Christmas Music Competition – Do You Know Your Carols?
Holiday Homework – “Now you listen to me! Even if we're horribly mangled, there'll be no sad faces on Christmas! No school for 12 days! You’re welcome!” – The Grinch

​Week 16: December 9 - 13
Mon:
  • Presenting . . . the 2024 Cell Rap in Claymation! – by Mrs. C’s Freshman Biology Students
  • Slides: Cell Membrane
    • Cell Membrane Initial Model
    • Cell Membrane Revised Model
Monday Homework: 1) Get ready for tomorrow’s Bio Test 5; 2) Complete your 3D Animal or Plant Cell, if you are doing one.

Tue: Substitute Teacher
  • 3D Cell Models Due
  • Lab Books Due – Content for Bio Test 5 (Structure & Function: Organelles)
  • Bio Test 5 (Structure & Function: Organelles)
  • ACT Science Question of the Day
  • Dissection Questionnaires
Tuesday Homework – None, unless you have not yet completed today’s ACT Science Question of the Day.
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Wed: Wednesday Homework – Lab book results will be emailed tonight. Remember, you must have a level 3 (all required content completed) to retake a test.

Thu: Thursday Homework – Using what you have learned about the rules of osmosis, complete your hypothesis and detailed procedures on your green Po-tah-to Os-mah-to lab handout. Come ready to get your potato to lose the most weight tomorrow!

Fri:
  • ​Lab: Po-tah-to Os-mah-to
Friday Homework – Complete your analysis questions and data for the Po-tah-to Os-mah-to lab.

​Week 15: December 2 - 6
Mon:
  • Onion and Cheek Cell Lab
Monday Homework: 1) Complete Onion and Cheek Cell Lab analysis; 2) Be ready to discuss your Cell School weekend homework tomorrow; 3) Complete your 3D Animal or Plant Cell, if you are doing one.

Tue:
  • Handouts
    • Data – Bio Test 5
    • Lab Book Checklist – Bio Test 5
  • Homework Discussion – Cell School
  • Review: Onion and Cheek Cell Lab
  • In-class Test Prep Session – Bio Test 5 (Structure & Function: Organelles)
  • Matching Quiz: Cell Organelles (Canvas)
    • Multiple Attempts – Must score 100%
  • Catch Up Day – Cell Rap Lyrics/What Do You Think They Mean?, Coloring Pages/Plant & Animal Cells, Notes on Slides: Organelles, Cell Concept Map (blue), Cell Organelle Flashcards, Mini Quiz: Organelles of a Cell (yellow), Onion Cell and Cheek Cell Lab, Matching Quiz – 100% (on Canvas)
Tuesday Homework – 1) Get ready for next week’s Bio Test 5; 2) Complete your 3D Animal or Plant Cell, if you are doing one.
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Wed:
  • The Goggle Game – Cell Organelles
  • ​Flashcard Study w/Partners
Wednesday Homework – 1) Get ready for next week’s Bio Test 5; 2) Complete your 3D Animal or Plant Cell, if you are doing one.

Thu:
  • Activity – Organelle Escape Room
Thursday Homework – 1) Get ready for next week’s Bio Test 5; 2) Complete your 3D Animal or Plant Cell, if you are doing one.

Fri:
  • Reflection - Resilience
  • Discussion - Dissections
  • Kahoot! – Bio Test 5 Review: Organelles
Friday Homework – 1) Get ready for next week’s Bio Test 5; 2) Complete your 3D Animal or Plant Cell, if you are doing one.

​Week 14: November 25 - 29
Mon:
  • Slides – Organelles
    • Organelles Abundant in Specific Cells – Observations/Inferences
    • Muscle Types
    • Cell Types – Structure and Function
  • Mini Quiz: Cell Organelles (yellow)
  • Flashcards – Cell Organelles
Monday Homework - 1) Complete your Cell Organelle Flashcards – you will need these (and the Cell Concept Map) for next week’s Organelle Maze Goggle Game; 2) Check the key on Canvas against your Cell Organelles Mini Quiz (yellow).

Tue:
  • Reflection – Creativity
    • Next Week’s Education 11 Trait - Resilience
  • Activity - Cell City
  • Flashcards – Cell Organelles
Tuesday Homework – Cell School: If an animal cell was a school, what structures or people would each of the following organelles represent? [cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus, ribosome, rough endoplasmic reticulum, smooth endoplasmic reticulum, vesicle, Golgi apparatus, lysosome, vacuole, mitochondria] In your lab book, list the organelle, its school equivalent, and your explanation for your choice.
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Wed - Fri:
  • No School – Thanksgiving Break

​Week 13: November 18 - 22
Mon:
  • Claymation Film – Cell Rap
    • Filming - Last  Day!
  • Coloring Pages – Plant and Animal Cells
  • Cell Rap Lyrics – What Do You Think They Mean?
Monday Homework – 1) Finish the Cell Rap Lyrics – What Do You Think They Mean? assignment (see instructions on Canvas).

Tue:
  • ​​Reflection: Appreciation
    • This Weeks Education 11 Trait: Creativity
  • Slides: Organelles
    • Video – Cell Structure
    • Cell Type Images
    • Crash Course Video: Plant Cell Organelles​
Tuesday Homework – Check the Organelles slides and make sure you have all the appropriate notes (follow the specific instructions on the Canvas assignment).

Wed: Assembly Schedule
  • 3rd Period
    • Newsies, Act II
  • 1st, 2nd, 4th & 5th Periods
    • Video Montage
      • Amoeba Sisters – Introduction to Cells
      • Amoeba Sisters – Cells and Structures
      • TedEd – The Wacky History of Cell Theory
      • Crash Course – A Tour of the Cell
Wednesday Homework – None, aren’t you lucky!

Thu:
  • Slides: Organelles
    • Crash Course Video: Plant Cell Organelles​
    • Organelles Abundant in Plants
    • Crash Course Video: Animal Cell Organelles
  • Handout – Cell Concept Map
Thursday Homework: Finish Cell Concept Map.

Fri:
  • Homework Check - Cell Concept Map
  • Level 4 Objective (Optional) - 3D Cell Model (plant or animal)
  • Flashcards – Cell Organelles
  • Slides – Organelles
    • Organelles Abundant in Specific Cells – Observations/Inferences
Friday Homework: Now would be a good time to start working on your organelle flashcards . . . just sayin'! . . .

​Week 12: November 11 - 15
Mon: Veterans Day - Assembly Schedule Monday Homework – 1) Work on your Plant and Animal Cell Coloring Pages – at least 15 minutes (remember to color one organelle at a time and then look up the pertinent information as you go).

Tue: Tuesday Homework – 1) Review the video; 2) Check this link for which verse your class period will create; 3) Review the lyrics for your class period – recording commences tomorrow; 4) Come ready with ideas for making a Claymation film (stop motion video using Playdoh) about cell organelles.

Wed:
  • Claymation Film – Cell Rap
    • Audio Recordings
    • Stop Motion Studio Downloads
    • Groups Assigned
      • Ideas and Group Roles
      • Storyline
      • Clay Artwork
Wednesday Homework – 1) Gather any supplies (Legos, etc.) you are using for your verse; 2) Practice with the Stop Motion Studio program so you know how to run it; 3) Be ready to start filming in class tomorrow.​

Thu:
  • Claymation Film – Cell Rap
    • Clay Artwork
    • Storyline
    • Filming
  • Coloring Pages – Plant and Animal Cells
  • Cell Rap Lyrics – What Do You Think They Mean?
Thursday Homework – Complete the Plant and Animal Cells Coloring Pages.

Fri:
  • Claymation Film – Cell Rap
    • Filming
  • Coloring Pages – Plant and Animal Cells
  • Cell Rap Lyrics – What Do You Think They Mean?
Friday Homework – If your coloring pages are not complete by now, you know what to do!

​Week 11: November 4 - 8
Mon:
  • CTE Fair for Freshman Students: 8:45 to 9:45
  • Education 11 Trait – Adventure
  • Macromolecule Race: Speed + Accuracy = Donuts!
  • Slides: Enzymes
  • Handout - Lab: Liver and Enzymes
Monday Homework – 1) Read and review the handout for tomorrow’s Liver and Enzymes Lab; 2) Complete the Part A and Part B hypotheses; 3) Make sure you understand the role of enzymes so you can get the most out of tomorrow’s lab.

Tue:
  • And the Donut-winning Class Is: 4th Period!
    • ​But 5th Period had the best accuracy!
  • Lab – Liver and Enzymes
​Tuesday Homework – Complete the Liver and Enzymes Lab handout. Note: There will be two questions on Bio Test 4 that are all about today's lab - you need to understand what was demonstrated today!

Wed:
  • In-class Bio Test 4 Prep Session (Macromolecules, Enzymes)
  • Macromolecule Jeopardy
Wednesday Homework – Be ready for tomorrow’s Bio Test 4!

Thu:
  • Lab Books Due – Bio Test 4 Content
  • Bio Test 4 (Macromolecules, Enzymes)
  • Handouts – Plant and Animal Cell Coloring Pages
Thursday Homework – None! Enjoy your long weekend!
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Fri:
  • No School – Teacher Professional Development

​Week 10: October 28 - November 1
Mon:
  • No School – Grade Transmittal Day

Tue:
*** Welcome to 2nd Quarter! ***
  • Next Play and Learning vs. Grades
  • Level 4 Investigations
  • All Enzymes are Proteins!
  • Macromolecule Sign Language
  • Lab: Building Macromolecules
    • ​Handout - Lab: Building Macromolecules
    • Video: Snatoms – Building Macromolecules
    • Lab Book
      • Dehydration Synthesis: Build - Two smaller molecules join together to form a larger molecule by removing a water molecule.
      • Hydrolysis – Break: A molecule of water breaks a chemical bond.
      • Octet: A stable molecule has eight valence electrons.
      • Duet: Hydrogen is the only element that needs just two valence electrons to be stable.
Tuesday Homework – “All Enzymes are Proteins!” Make a fancy, colorful sign; feel free to use paint, glitter, decoupage, fabric, stickers, or anything else to make it stand out from other students’ signs. Stickers to the top three in each class.

Wed: Wednesday Homework – Review the structure of a glucose molecule - be ready to build it again and make large chains as soon as you enter class tomorrow.

Thu: Halloween? How disgusting!​
  • Lab: Building Macromolecules
​​Thursday Homework – Complete your lab handout, Building Macromolecules.

Fri:
  • Macromolecule Race – Which Class is Fastest and/or Most Accurate?
  • Book Reports - At least one required for the year
  • Tutorial: The Macromolecules of Life (Canvas Assignment)​
Friday Homework – 1) Complete the Macromolecules of Life tutorial; 2) Make sure these handouts [Macromolecule Review Table (yellow), Biomolecule Review Sheet (purple), Building Macromolecules Lab (white)] are completed and accurate. Use the keys on Canvas to check your work.

​Week 9: October 14 - 18
Mon:
***All 1st quarter content due by 3pm this Friday, 10/18***
  • This Weeks Education 11 Trait: Balance
  • Slides: Macromolecules
    • Amoeba Sisters Video: Macromolecules
Monday Homework – Review the slides and make sure you understand the content thus far – be prepared to answer questions tomorrow.

Tue:
  • Slides: Macromolecules
    • Carbohydrates, Lipids and Proteins
Tuesday Homework – Flashcards: Carbohydrates and Lipids – 1) Elements, 2) Monomer, 3) Structure, 4) Purposes, 5) Examples. Quizizz on Thursday - you get to use your flashcards and nothing else.

Wed:
  • Slides: Macromolecules
    • Proteins and Nucleic Acids
    • Crash Course Video: You Are What You Eat​
Wednesday Homework – Flashcards: Proteins and Nucleic Acids – 1) Elements, 2) Monomer, 3) Structure, 4) Purposes, 5) Examples. Quizizz tomorrow – you get to use your flashcards and nothing else.

Thu:
  • Slides: Macromolecules
    • Nucleic Acids
  • Quizizz – The Essential Macromolecules
    • You may use your flashcards and nothing else.
    • Play to 100% Score.
  • Handouts
    • ​Macromolecule Review Table (yellow)
    • Biomolecule Review Sheet (purple)
    • Organic Compounds Table (pink)
    • Macromolecules Table (white)
Thursday Homework – 1) Finish the yellow and purple handouts.

Fri:
  • Reflection – Balance
  • Macromolecule Sorting Race!
Friday Homework – 1) Finish Both Quizizzes (The Essential Macromolecules and Another Macromolecule Quiz) until you reach 100%. Enjoy your Fall Break! 😊

​Week 8: October 7 - 11
Mon:
***All 1st quarter content due by 3pm on Friday, 10/18*** Monday Homework – 1) Finish the Carbon Cycle Interactives – follow all the instructions on the Canvas assignment; 2) Fully analyze your test data – observations and conclusions for each set of data.

Tue: Tuesday Homework – 1) Make sure all lab book content is complete and organized where it should be in your lab book; 2) Get ready for tomorrow’s Bio Test 3; 3) Consider taking notes on the Canvas video, Relationship Between Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration, to help you prepare for tomorrow’s test.

Wed: Wednesday Homework – None. Tests are tiring and you need your rest!

Thu: Thursday Homework – 1) There is limited time until the end of the quarter to retake tests. Review, study, watch the test prep videos, get your lab book to a level 3, and then schedule a TA time for the retake! 2) Work on the Level 4 Objective, Human Impact on the Environment, if you are choosing to complete that - see the details on Canvas; 3) Complete your notes on the Crash Course videos.
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Fri:
No More Content for 1st Quarter - We're Moving on to 2nd Quarter (Test 4 Content)
  • Reflection – Enthusiasm
  • Activity: Cell Size and Scale
  • Slides: Macromolecules
    • Amoeba Sisters Video: Macromolecules
Friday Homework – 1) There is limited time until the end of the quarter to retake tests. Review, study, watch the test prep videos, get your lab book to a level 3, and then schedule a TA time for the retake; 2) Work on the Level 4 Objective, Human Impact on the Environment, if you are choosing to complete that. See the details on Canvas.

​Week 7: September 30 - October 4
Mon:
  • “Choose the Right Marble” Game
  • This Weeks Education 11 Trait: Confidence
  • Activity: Sourdough and Fermentation
    • Sourdough Bread – Yum!
Monday Homework – In your lab book, write the following questions and answers: 1) What are the two organisms in sourdough bread that give it its distinct flavor? 2) What is the scientific name of the bacteria in sourdough bread? 3) What type of acid do these bacteria produce, that gives sourdough its sour taste? 4) What is the liquid at the top of your mixture and why does it smell pungent? (Watch the “Fermented Foods” video on slide #16 – Three Main Energy Reactions.)

Tue:
  • “Choose the Right Marble” Game
  • Homework Check
  • Lab: Cellular Respiration and Yeast
Tuesday Homework – 1) Complete your analysis of the Cellular Respiration and Yeast lab; 2) Review the chemical equations of photosynthesis, cellular respiration and fermentation.

Wed:
  • “Choose the Right Marble” Game
  • Homework Check
  • Lab: Watching Photosynthesis
Wednesday Homework – 1) Complete your analysis of Watching Photosynthesis lab; 2) Review the chemical equations of photosynthesis, cellular respiration and fermentation.

Thu:
  • “Choose the Right Marble” Game
  • Homework Check
  • Reflection - Confidence
  • Carbon Cycle Interactives (see Canvas assignment)
  • Handouts
    • Data – Bio Test 3 (Ecology: Photosynthesis, Cellular Respiration, Fermentation, Earth’s Spheres, Carbon Cycle)
    • Lab Book Checklist for Bio Test 3
  • ***Bio Test 3 – Wed, 10/9*** (Test Prep Session - Mon, 10/7)
Thursday Homework – 1) Some time is available next Monday for the interactives, but you will need to work on these as homework, too; 2) Review the lab book checklist and data for Bio Test 3 - start analyzing your data - Test Prep Session next Monday.
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Fri:
  • No School – Teacher Professional Development
Friday Homework – None.

​Week 6: September 23 - 27
Mon:
  • This Week’s Education 11 - Compassion
  • Activity: Hula Hoop Habitat
Monday Homework – 1) Finish your Hula Hoop Habitat handout; 2) If you haven’t completed the Energy Pyramid Quizizz at 90% and uploaded the screenshot to the Canvas assignment, what are you waiting for?; 3) Use your checklist to make sure you have everything needed in your lab book; 4) Test on Wednesday – be ready!

Tue:
  • Activity - Photosynthesis/Cellular Respiration Puzzles
  • Slides – Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
    • Handout – Comparison of Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
Tuesday Homework – 1) Use your checklist to make sure you have everything needed in your lab book; 2) Bio Test 2 is tomorrow – be ready!

Wed:
  • Lab Books Due – Bio Test 2 Content
  • Bio Test 2 (Food Chains, Food Webs, Energy Pyramid, Energy Balance)
    • When Finished:
      • Venn Diagram – Cellular Respiration vs Fermentation
        • ​Slide #20 [Three Main Energy Reactions]
  • Slides: Three Main Energy Reactions
  • Online Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences Tonight from 4 to 8 pm.
Wednesday Homework – 1) None.

Thu:
  • Lab Book Grading Link​
  • Reflection – Compassion
  • Review – Bio Test 2
  • ​In-Person Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences Tonight from 4 to 8 pm.
Thursday Homework – 1) You should now be able to write the Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration balanced equations from memories. If you can’t – keep practicing; 2) And you should be able to recognize a fermentation equation.
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Fri:
  • No School – Teacher Compensation Day
Friday Homework – None.

​Week 5: September 16 - 20
Mon:
  • Level 4 Investigations Due – Beginning of Class
  • Last Week's Education 11 Trait – Reflection
    • How has reflection affected your school experience this week? How have you used reflection to improve your school experience this week? How have your teachers used reflection to improve your school experience this week?
  • This Week's Education 11 Trait – Humor
  • Test Retake Procedures
    • Bio Test 2 (Food Chains, Food Webs, Energy Pyramid, Energy Balance) – Wednesday, 9/25
  • ​​Grading – “AVG” Column in Skyward
  • Slides: Energy Pyramid and Energy Balance
    • ​​Video - Energy Pyramid
      • ​Drawing - Energy Pyramid
Monday Homework – 1) Complete the energy pyramid drawing - you can find it on Canvas, Slides: Energy Pyramid and Energy Balance, slide #5.

Tue:
  • Diagram: Energy Pyramid
  • Greek/Latin - Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Quaternary, Autotroph, Heterotroph
  • Handout: Energy Pyramid Practice
  • Slides: Food Webs and Food Chains
Tuesday Homework – 1) Complete the Energy Pyramid Practice handout; 2) In your lab book, explain the difference between a food chain and a food web - this will be used for a homework game at the beginning of class tomorrow, so be prepared!

Wed:
  • Homework Game: What Is the Question? What is the Answer?
  • Review: Energy Pyramid Practice Handout
  • Handouts
    •  Lab Book Checklist – Bio Test 2 (Food Chains, Food Webs, Energy Pyramid, Energy Balance)
    •  Data – Bio Test 2
  • Slides: Balanced Chemical Equations
    • ​Photosynthesis vs Cellular Respiration
      • Memorization
  • ​Quizizz – Energy Pyramid
    • Must complete at 90% or above
Wednesday Homework – 1) Complete the Energy Pyramid Quizizz at 90% or above - screenshot your score and upload to Canvas assignment; 2) Entrance to class in the morning requires you to write the balanced photosynthesis equation from memory, so make sure you know it by heart! Don’t get stuck out in the pod!

Thu:
  • Vision Screening Throughout the Day Today
  • Entrance Requirement: Photosynthesis Equation
  • Mrs. C’s Photosynthesis Rap!
  • Slides – Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
Thursday Homework – Use the Lab Book Checklist for Bio Test 2 to make sure you have all content present and completed.
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Fri:
  • Reflection - Humor
  • Pair Up: Balanced Cellular Respiration Equation
  • Test Prep - Bio Test 2 (Ecology - Food Chains, Food Webs, Energy Pyramid)
  • ​​Handout - Comparison of Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
Friday Homework – 1) Use the Lab Book Checklist for Bio Test 2 to make sure you have all content present and completed.

​Week 4: September 9 - 13
Mon: Monday Homework – 1) Work on your Raptor Population Ecology assignment – due by test day: Thu, 9/12; 2) Review your lab book checklist – do you have all your content present and completed?; 3) Begin analyzing your data for Bio Test 1.

Tue: Tuesday Homework – 1) Work on your Raptor Population Ecology assignment – due by test day: Thu, 9/12; 2) Review your lab book checklist – do you have all your content and is it complete?; 3) Analyze your data for Bio Test 1.

Wed:
  • Activity: Modeling a Food Web
Wednesday Homework – 1) Finish your Raptor Population Ecology assignment – due tomorrow; 2) Make sure you have all lab book content completed; 3) Analyze your data for Bio Test 1.

Thu: Thursday Homework – No homework on test days!
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Fri:
  • Lab Book Grading
  • Review: Bio Test 1: Ecology (Biotic/Abiotic, Ecosystems, Biodiversity, Sustainability, Carrying Capacity)
​​​​​Friday Homework – If you need to complete a retake for Bio Test 1: 1) Make sure your lab book is at a level 3; 2) Participate in (or watch the recording of) the test review session; 3) If necessary, schedule a re-teach session during iFlight; 4) Schedule the retake for iFlight – instructions are on the podium; 5) Level 4 Investigations are due at the beginning of class on Monday - check your topic with Mrs. C before you begin; 6) Complete this week's reflection - "Reflection" is the trait (see above).
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​Week 3: September 2 - 6
Mon:
  • Labor Day - No School
Tue:
  • Picture Day – During Science Classes
  • Class Debate (weekend homework assignment)
    • Jurassic Park – Can this ecosystem survive?
Tuesday Homework – Go to the ACT Science Question of the Day. Answer the question the best you can. You will have to set up an account – use your school email.

Wed: Wednesday Homework – There is none. Lucky you!

Thu:
  • ​Raptor Population Ecology
Thursday Homework – Finish the data table for the bald eagle.
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Fri:
  • Education’s 11 – Common Sense
    • How has common sense affected your school experience this week? How have you used common sense to improve your school experience this week? How have your teachers used common sense to improve your school experience this week?
  • Raptor Population Ecology
    • Eagle - Graphing, Questions
Friday Homework – Work on your second Raptor Population Ecology data table, graph, and questions. This will also be homework for most of next week, so you don't have to do the entire thing at once.
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​Week 2: August 26 - 30
Mon:
  • Pre-test
  • Activity – Asexual Reproduction
    • Biology Plants Maintenance
    • Grow Station Maintenance
Monday Homework: 1) In your lab book, write the science definitions of Population, Organism, Ecosystem, and Community; 2) Friday's homework (Biology Quiz) is due by 3:30 today.

Tue:
  • Group Discussions – Organism, Ecosystem, Population, Community
  • Homework Discussion - Daily Review
  • Slides: Biotic vs Abiotic, Ecosystems, Biodiversity
    • Lab Book Notes
    • Drawings: Ecosystems – Biotic and Abiotic Factors
Tuesday Homework: 1) Check Canvas and make sure you have all lab book notes for all slides thus far. This is something you should do every evening so you don’t get behind in Biology; 2) If you have been given responsibility for the care of a classroom plant, research the plant and what it needs (watering schedule, how much water, deadheading, fertilizing, etc.). Be ready to start tomorrow.

Wed:
  • Classroom Plant Assignments
  • Drawings: Ecosystems – Biotic and Abiotic Factors
  • Video: David Attenborough - A Life on Our Planet
    • Video Handout: David Attenborough - A Life on Our Planet
Wednesday Homework: Finish your drawing: Ecosystems – Biotic and Abiotic Factors. Make sure you follow the detailed instructions found on the Canvas assignment.

Thu:
  • Video: David Attenborough - A Life on Our Planet
    • Video Handout: David Attenborough - A Life on Our Planet
Thursday Homework: If you were not in class for the David Attenborough video, you can find it on Netflix, or find excerpts on YouTube.
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Fri:
  • Video: David Attenborough - A Life on Our Planet
    • Video Handout: David Attenborough - A Life on Our Planet
  • Class Discussion: David Attenborough Video – A Life on Our Planet
  • Jurassic World – Can this ecosystem survive?
Friday Homework: 1) Finish watching the video, David Attenborough - A Life on Our Planet. The details are on Canvas. 2) In your lab book, answer the Jurassic World video question, “Can this ecosystem survive?” in your lab book. You can find the video and details on Canvas. Be ready to persuade your classmates to your point of view next Tuesday!
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​Week 1: August 19 - 23
Mon - Tue:
  • Summer Break – No School

Wed:
  • Slideshow: Navigating Freshman Biology
    • Video: Welcome to Biology
    • ​Biology vs. Earth Science
    • Beginning of Class
    • Electronics
    • Jordan School District Dress Code Policy
    • Website
    • Grading - Tests, Lab Books, Assignments
    • Slideshow: We Do Science - Weekly Assignment
Wed Homework: 1) If you don't want the lab book you will be issued tomorrow, then you need to get one of your own: 1-inch binder, clear vinyl pocket on front and spine, any color.

Thu:
  • Email Icons and Notifications
  • Slideshow: Navigating Freshman Biology
    • Slideshow: We Do Science - Weekly Assignment
    • Video: You're Gonna Have a Bad Time
    • ​Lab Books and Materials (lined paper, study tips, names)
    • Tests and Retakes
    • SRMS Citizenship Policy
    • Seating Chart
    • Food and Furniture
    • Off-limits Areas
    • Hall Passes
Thu Homework: 1) Make sure your school Gmail account has an icon other than your initial.

Fri: Fri Homework: Finish and Submit Freshman Biology Quiz on Canvas.
​Live Zoom Classes

​All class periods will be available for at-home students to join via Zoom each day - by request.
You must notify Mrs. C by email at least 15 minutes before beginning of class period.

​​JSD 2024-2025 Calendar
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