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 * [|Bioman Game Links]**
 * [|Explore the Animal Cell]**
 * [|Cell Craft Build a Cell]**

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You will find today's lesson posted here daily. Please refer to this site for all assignments and due dates.
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**Kid Wind Challenge**
5/21/2014 Final Six weeks Retest [|Population Ecology Virtual Lab] 5/20/2014 Final Six Weeks Exam 5/19/2014 Review 5/16/2014 Review Animal Matching WS Ecological Pyramid Project
 * 5/27-5/30/2014**
 * [|EOC Study Guide]**
 * 5/15/2014**
 * Mid Six Weeks Retest**
 * 151-190**
 * 5/14/2014**
 * Mid Six Weeks Exam**
 * 126-150**
 * Endangered species**
 * Toad WS**
 * 5/13/2014**
 * Vocab Review**
 * Population Ecology**
 * Ecology Quiz**
 * 101-125**
 * 5/12/2014**
 * Vocab Review**
 * Animal Behavior Quiz**
 * Ecology Worksheets**
 * 5/9/2014**
 * 91-100**
 * acquired immunity**
 * biomes**
 * carrying capacity**
 * cell specialization**
 * digestive system**
 * DNA replication**
 * homeostasis**
 * imprinting**
 * negative feedback**
 * testosterone**
 * Part of the Flower**


 * 5/8/2014**
 * Vocab Review 81-90**

CFA Classification and Adaptations Quiz 1st Animal Behavior Presentation Chromebooks1st
 * amniotic egg**
 * amphibian**
 * birds**
 * dorsal hollow nerve cord **
 * mollusca**
 * sessile**
 * swim bladder**
 * radial symmetry**
 * reptiles**
 * uterus**
 * Agenda assignments**

**5/7/2014** Vocab review 71-80 alteration of generations chitin chlorophyll carbohydrate dichotomous key flagella gastrulation nonvascular tissue open circulatory system vascular system Chapter 17-33 Self check Answers CFA Classification and Adaptations Quiz Agenda Assignments Animal Behavior Presentation Chromebooks

5/6/2014
61-70 Animalia Binary Fission Chloroplasts Fossils Eubacteria/Archaebacteria Protista Louis Pasteur Fungi Plantae Relative Dating Animal Behavior Quiz Agenda Assignments Animal Behavior Presentation

5/5/2014 51-60 binomial nomenclature diploid protein synthesis gametes genetic engineering heredity mitosis natural selection nucleic acid spontaneous generation Animal Behavior Notes and ppt Agenda commensalism diffusion extiction food chain omnivore symbiosis
 * Daily Lesson Agenda**
 * 5/1/2014**
 * 31-40**
 * abiotic**
 * autotroph**
 * biotic**
 * biodiversty**


 * 4/30/2014-**
 * 21-30**
 * adaptation**
 * biology**
 * species**
 * cell**
 * cellular**
 * hypothesis **
 * inference**
 * transgenic**
 * 3:1**
 * vaccine**
 * 4/29/2014**
 * Warmup: Vocab 11-20 Use Word bank**
 * codominance**
 * convergent evolution **
 * genetic drift **
 * law of segregation **
 * hypothesis **
 * sex chromososmes **
 * transcription **
 * TT,Tt **
 * uracil **
 * 25% **


 * Classification Chapter 17 Agenda**


 * Chapter 17 Agenda**
 * 4/28/2014**
 * Warmup: Vocab 1-10 Use Word bank**
 * anaphase I**
 * crossing over**
 * cytoskeleton**
 * enzyme**
 * Lysosome**
 * meiosis**
 * nondisjunction**
 * mitochondria**
 * RNA**
 * Virus**


 * EOC Review Notes 1,2,3,4**


 * _**
 * 4/16/2014-4/17/2014**
 * EOC REVIEW Standard 1 ,2,3, 4**
 * Vocab Review 1-20**
 * Classification video**

selection: a. population numbers b. genetic variability c. limited resources d. adaptations e. survival and reproduction f. speciation • I can illustrate the role of geographic isolation in speciation. Natural Selection Geographic Isolation Genetic Variability Mutations Adaptations Speciation Directional Selection Allele Frequency Genetic Drift || Warmup: [|__Camel Adaptation Song__] Focus: [|__http://www.wiley.com/college/test/0471787159/biology_basics/animations/evolution.swf__] Evolution Vocab Poster 2
 * 4/14/2014-4/15/2014**
 * Benchmark 2 and Requiz**
 * Evolution - Natural Selection (3.4.2) Evolution - Natural Selection (3.4.2) 3.4.2 • I can explain these aspects of natural

[|__http://outreach.mcb.harvard.edu/animations/resistance7.swf__] a

Vocab Learning ppt Chapter 14 Notes [|__NOVA Video- What Darwin Never Knew__] Assessment Study Session: [|__Guess the Embryo__] - interactive activity that has mammals in different stages of embryo development || Peppered Moth Simulation 4/9/2014 Jeff Corwin: Evolutionary Change Peppered Moth Simulation __**4/7/2014 -4/8/2014**__ [|Bill Nye Primordial soup]
 * 4/11/2014**
 * Evolution Review: Agenda Sheet**
 * 4/10/2014**
 * Evolution CFA**
 * [|Galapagos: Beyond Darwin]**
 * [|The Earth's Climate in the Past]**

__ [|__The Great Fossil Find Group Activity__] __ [|Camel Adaptation Song] __

Evolution - Natural Selection (3.4.2) || Warmup:p.369 Geologic Time Foldable Focus:p.388 Read and write page summary of your opinion Learning Evolution Vocabulary Use textbook Aerobic Organisms Anaerobic Organisms Miller/Urey Experiment Oparin’s Theory Prokaryote Eukaryote Photosynthetic organisms Fossil Evidence Biochemical Evidence Textbook Read pp.368-379 Complete #1-6 p.379 Read pp.380-385 Complete #1-6 ||
 * Evolution - Evidence (3.4.1)

[|Pedigree Animation and Quiz] [|Pedigree Analyis Animation and Qu]iz
 * 4/4/2014**
 * Final Six Weeks Retest**
 * Evolution Unit**
 * 4/3/2014**
 * Final Six Weeks Exam**
 * 3/31/2014 - 4/2/2014**
 * Warmup CFA**
 * Heredity Unit CFA**
 * Karyotype Activity WS**
 * Genetics Disorder Brochure**
 * Genetics Disorder Poster**
 * [|Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria]**
 * [|Pedigree TaySachs Animation and Quiz]**
 * [|Hemophilia Animation and Quiz]**
 * [|Huntington Disease Animation and Quiz]**
 * 3/28/2014**
 * MC Genetics Quiz**
 * Check Punnett Square WS**
 * Pedigree Powerpoint**
 * [|Human Genetics Research Methods]**
 * 3/27/2014**
 * Finish Genetics Word Problems Notes**
 * Discuss Problems**
 * Complete Punnett Square Practice**
 * MC Punnett Square Quiz**

3/24/2014-3/26/2014

[|Mendelian Genetics Tutorial]
 * Heredity - Complex Patterns of Inheritance (3.2.2) [|__Spongebob Genetics Worksheet__]

[|__Genetics Handout: Good for Struggling Learners__] || Warmup: Foldable p.253 Focus: [|Mendelian Genetics]  Learning
 * [|Details]
 * [[file:lawing/Mendel’s Pea Plants.pptx|Download]]
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[|_punnett squares review__] [|__Spongebob Genetics Worksheet__]

[|__Genetics Handout: Good for Struggling Learners__] Finish Textbook assignment from 3/25/2014 Turn in

Read pp.252-262 Complete p.262 #1-6

Read pp.309-314 Complete p.314 #1-6

Read pp.315-322 Complete p.322 #1-6

Read pp.323-329 Complete #1-6 Assessment Punnett Square : How do you solve a genetics problem using a Punnett square? Develop one word problem using Mendel's pea plant characteristics? Use vocabulary and draw punnett square. Show your problem to another student and work together to solve the punnett square. Put both names on paper underline your name as the author.

[|__Spongebob Genetics Worksheet__]

[|__Genetics Handout: Good for Struggling Learn] ||


 * 3/19/2014 _3/21/2014**

Warmup: Draw and summarize figure 13.4 p.342 Focus:

[| Restriction Endonucleases] Gel electrophoresis

Learn Chapter 13 13.1 p.340 #1-6 13.2 p.348 #1-6 13.3 p.353 #1-6

p.343 Mini Lab 13.1 Matching Restriction Enzymes to Cleavage sites p.353 Problem Solving Lab 13.3 pp.354-355 Modeling Recombinant DNA Assessment [|__Biotechnology UNIT CFA__]

3/18/2014

Warmup:Human Genome Project WS Focus: Human Genome Project Learning
 * Define Vocab Chapter 13:**
 * Transgenic**
 * Gel Electrophoresis**
 * Insulin**
 * Bacterial Transformation**
 * Plasmid**
 * Human Genome Project**
 * Gene Therapy**
 * Genomics**
 * Stem Cell Research**
 * Genetically modified Organism**
 * Biotechnology**

Complete the following activites:

[|Introduction to Biotechnology Video]

[|__Gel Electrophoresis Virtual Lab__]

[|__Interactive: DNA fingerprint__]

[|__The Green Gene-Transgenic Video__] Assessment [|__Biotechnology UNIT CFA__]

[|__Gel Electrophoresis Virtual Lab__]
 * 3/17/2014**
 * Chemistry of Green: Chlorphyll**
 * Finish DNA Essay**
 * Correct DNA Secret Life Video WS**
 * Define Vocab Chapter 13**

[|__Interactive: DNA fingerprint__]

[|__Whodunnit? Gel Electrophoresis Activity__]

=3/14/2014= =**[|DNA: The Secret of life]**= DNA History Essay ( Use Book and Video)
 * Video Questions WS**


 * 3/13/2014**
 * [|Lambda DNA Restriction Exzyme Digest Video]**
 * [|Agarose Gel Electrphoresis]**

3/10/2014 -3/12/2014 Chapter 11 Section Reviews Chapter Assessment 1-25 Foldable p.288 DNA Cany Model

Second Six Weeks Phagocytosis = =
 * Review Videos**
 * Enzymes**
 * Bill Nye Cells**
 * Lysosomes**
 * 3/7/2014**
 * Chapter 11 W S**


 * [|Protein Synthesis]**
 * 3/6/2014**
 * DNA**
 * [|DNA Strawbery extraction]**
 * [|DNA Strawberry Instructions]**
 * DNA Replication**
 * 3/5/2014**

Regular and Honors Biology Warmup: Why is it important to study DNA and Genes? Write on Notebook Paper (Turn in) Assignment 1.Read pp.280-287 2.Complete #1-6 p 287 on Notebook paper. 3.Read pp.288-295 4.p.288 Complete Foldable Activity 5.Read pp.296-301 6.p.301 #1-6 on notebook paper 7.Worksheet Use vocabulary completed in class Wed and Thurs. t [|Tutorial of DNA Photography: Rosalind Franklin] [|DNA Structure Lecture] [|DNA Replication Tutorial] Read pp.280-287Textbook or [|DNA The Genetic Material]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZK6YP1Smbxk&feature=kp

[|__DNA Animated Song__]

[|__DNA Study Guide__]

2/28/2014 Benchmark [|__Cancer Research Paper__]
 * 3/4/2014**
 * Benchmark Retest**
 * Cancer Research Paper**
 * 2/27/2014**
 * Review Final Six Weeks Test Results**
 * Final Six Weeks Retest**
 * Turn in Vocabulary Project**


 * 2/26/2014**
 * WU Check Mitosis Meiosis Quiz**
 * Assess: Scan sheet and clicker Testing**
 * Remediate: Review Exam missed items**
 * Practice: Vocab Profect**
 * Study: ppt and Notes**

2/21/2014 Cell Cycle How the Cell Cycle Works Mitosis and Cytokinesis Comparison of Mitosis and Meiosis1 Comparison of Mitosis and Meiosis 2 2/20/2014 Voyage into the Cell Active Transport Photosynthesis and Respiration Powerpoint Fermentation 2/19/2014 View these videos prior to doing Bookwork Cell Respiration Video Photsynthesis Song Video Photosynthesis Light Reactions
 * 2/24/2014**
 * WU Label Mitosis Phase WS**
 * Focus Meiosis/Mitosis Video Clip**
 * Learn Meiosis Foldable**
 * Practice**
 * Meiosis WS**
 * Assess Mitosis/Meiosis Quiz**
 * Study Vocab Project and EOC Study Notes**

Stem Cell Research/Mitosis

2/18/2014[| Photosynthesis] Gummy Bear Lab Video || 2/17/14  2/18/2014 ||  Cell transport & Homeostasis (1.1.2)

can explain how cells control a variety of internal aspects such as temperature, glucose levels, and water balance. · I can explain why energy is required to carry out transport processes. · I can create a diagram to compare and contrast active and passive transport. · I can predict what will happen to cells placed in various types of solutions. · I can sketch the plasma membrane and describe how the structure aids in cellular transport

Vocab Homeostasis Buffers Active transport Passive Transport Diffusion Osmosis pH Concentration || Preassessment Focus Draw and Label Cell Membrane p. 177 and ppt slide Plasma membrane Animation Learn [|Diffusion] [|Facilitated Diffusion] [|Osmosis] [|What is a buffer?]

Practice Cell Membrane Coloring WS Self Check

Assess Homeostasis and Cell Specialization CFA Quiz Study Session:

Cell Membrane Coloring Sheet CFA

Links:

[|__Egg Osmosis Lab__] Vinegar [|__Teacher Directions for Lab__] [|__Gummi Bear Osmosis Lab__] Mass and water [|__Gummi Bear Osmosis Powerpoint__]

[|__Cell Membrane Coloring & Label Sheet__] ||

W   Th    F?  ||  2/11-14  ||  Cell transport & Homeostasis (1.1.2)  || Transport WS? Vocabulary Project Enjoy Snow! ||
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Cell transport & Homeostasis (1.1.2) || Mid Six Weeks Retest ||
 * M ||  2/10/14  ||  Mid Six Weeks Retest

Cell transport & Homeostasis (1.1.2) || Mid Six Weeks Exam ||
 * F ||  2/7/14  ||  Mid Six Weeks Exam

Cell transport & Homeostasis (1.1.2) || Mid Six Weeks Review ||
 * Th ||  2/6/14  ||  Mid Six Weeks Review

Cell Structure - Microscope (1.1.2) · I can operate a compound light microscope and calculate total power of magnification. · I can distinguish between the capabilities of compound light and electron microscopes. · I can contrast the size and complexity of prokaryotes vs. eukaryotes. · I can compare and contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells in reference to presence of: a.Mitochondria b.Nucleus c.Vacuole d.Chloroplasts e.Ribosomes f. DNA and RNA
 * W ||  2/5/14  ||  Cell Structure - Microscope (1.1.2)

Cell specialization/Differentiation (1.1.3) · I can explain how the structure relates to their function in the andfollowing cells: a.Nerve Cells b.Muscle Cells c.Blood Cells d.Sperm Cells e.Xylem and Phloem · I can outline the development of multicellular organisms, from zygote to embryo. · I can recognize how gene expression controls cell specialization. · I can describe how cell signaling controls the development of differing cell types. · I can identify a stem cell and discuss the role it plays in a developing organism and in scientific research.

Cell Structure - Unicellular Adaptations (1.2.3) I can identify how the following cellular

structures enhance survival:

a. Contractile Vacuoles

b. Cilia

c. Flagella

d. Pseudopods

e. Eyespots

• I can differentiate between chemo- and

phototaxis. || Preassessment Cell Structure Quiz Warmup: [|__Amoeba Feeds on Paramecium__] Microscope worksheet Focus: [|__Stem Cell Clip__] Learning Stem Cell Links [|__Cell Specialization/Gene Expression Webquest__] Practice [|__Protists Coloring Sheet__] White sheet: Draw, label and give function of cell and or cell organelles Mid Six Weeks Review Assessment Webquest Postassessment Cell structure and specialization Quizlet Unit 1 CFA Study Session: Unit 1 CFA White sheet Cell Structure and Function - Microscope (1.1.2) a.Mitochondria b.Nucleus c.Vacuole d.Chloroplasts e.Ribosomes f. DNA and RNA White Sheet Cell specialization/Differentiation (1.1.3) a.Nerve Cells b.Muscle Cells c.Blood Cells d.Sperm Cells e.Xylem and Phloem __http://lawing.wikispaces.com/Biology__

[|__Cell Structures UNIT CFA__]

Study Session: Mid Six Weeks Review ||

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6 ||  2/4/14  || Cell Structure - Organelles (1.1.1)
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· I can identify basic cell organelles in plant and animal cells. · I can explain how the structures in plant and animal cells carry out the functions of the cell. · I can explain how the folded inner membrane of mitochondria aids in its function. · I can select several cell organelles and summarize how they interact with each other to help the cell function. Word Wall Chloroplasts Ribosomes Nucleus Plasma Membrane Vacuoles Mitochondria Surface Area || Chromebooks Cart 1 Preassessment Macromolecules Quiz Warmup: Vocab Window Panes  Word Wall Chloroplasts Ribosomes Nucleus Plasma Membrane Vacuoles Mitochondria Surface Area Focus: Cells Video [|__Cell Theory Rap__] [|__Cell Structure Function Podcast__] Learning: Bacteria, Plant and Animal Cell [|__Cell Video__] Cell And how it is like a city video [|__Prokaryote Coloring Sheet__]

[|__Sell That Cell Activity__] Practice [|__Cell Organelle Quizlet__]

[|__Cell Structure Exploration__]

Assessment Project Presentation Postassessment: Cell Organelles 2Quiz Study Session: __http://lawing.wikispaces.com/Biology_

Study Session Mid Six Weeks review_ ||

5 ||  2/3/14  || Enzymes (4.1.3)
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· I can explain the effect of a catalyst in a chemical reaction on activation energy. · I can forecast how pH and temperature will affect enzymatic function. · I can explain what is meant by ‘an enzyme is re-usable and specific’ · I can explain how the folded nature of enzymes affects their function. Word Wall: Enzyme-Substrate Complex Specificity Active Site Catalyst Activation Energy Target Cell Denaturation || ChromeBooks Cart 1

Preassessment: Enzyme 1 Warmup: Foldable Flashcards Focus: Six Ways Mushrooms can Save the World! Learning: Enzyme ppt. Macromolecule lab [|__Enzymes Interactions__] How Enzymes work Protein Denature Practice Graphic Organizer Macromolecules White sheet Microscope Practice Assessment: [|__Quizlet Vocab Review__] Postassessment CFA Quiz Study Session:

__http://lawing.wikispaces.com/Biology__

[|__Toothpickase Lab (enzymes)__] (Honors and General) HW Take home lab Due Wednesday 1/29/2014

Honors and Regular:? Practice using microscopes with plastic slides and coverslips then view prepared slides.

Self check Microscope Worksheet? ||

4 || 1/31/2014 1/30/2014(snow day)  1/29/2014(snow day)  1/28/2014 (early release no fourth period)   1/27/14   Introduce Macromolecules Vocab Carbs  || Organic Compounds (4.1.1) · I can distinguish between organic and inorganic compounds. · I can relate the structure of an organic compound to its function in living things. · I can describe the structure and function of each of the following organic compounds: a.Carbohydrates b.Proteins c.Lipids d.nucleic acids
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Word Wall: Carbohydrates Glucose Cellulose Starch Glycogen Proteins Enzymes  Insulin Hemoglobin Lipids Phospholipids Steroid Nucleic Acids || Chromebook Cart 1 __http://lawing.wikispaces.com/Biology__ **Preassessme**nt:

A nalysis **Warmup**: Observe Pond Water Laboratory Tools WS and Microscope use [|Strange algae] **Focus**: Using Fat for Fuel Video Clip [|__Using Fat for Fuel- Video Clip__] **Learnin** ** g ** : =** Guided Notes: Review Carbs and complete maccromolecules **=

[|__Macromolecule Graphic Organizer__] Google or Use Biology Notes in Wikispace __http://lawing.wikispaces.com/Biology__ Use notes and textbook Chapter 6 p. 157-163 Virtual Lab Write on notebook paper [|__Organic Compounds Virtual Lab__] Worksheet
 * Practice **

[|__Macromolecule virtual lab__]

**Assessment**: Postassessment Brochure illustrating 4 organic molecules FlashcardsVocab Project (Determine best vocab study strategy) Macromolecule white sheet

**Study Session**: Finish all Worksheets Flash Cards Vocab Project: Create study tool which enables you to effectively study all Word Wall words MacromoleculeGraphic Organizer Macromolecule Virtual Lab complete worksheet View Enzyme ppt
 * Monday **
 * Tuesday-Thursday **
 * Friday**

View Enzymes ppt Complete Notes

__http://lawing.wikispaces.com/Biology__

[|__Using Fat for Fuel- Video Clip__]

[|__Macromolecule Graphic Organizer__] [|__Organic Compounds Virtual Lab__] ||

· I can distinguish between organic and inorganic compounds. · I can relate the structure of an organic compound to its function in living things. · I can describe the structure and function of each of the following organic compounds: a.Carbohydrates b.Proteins c.Lipids d.nucleic acids
 * F 2 ||  1/24/2014  || Organic Compounds (4.1.1)

Word Wall: Carbohydrates Glucose Cellulose Starch Glycogen Proteins Enzymes  Insulin Hemoglobin Lipids Phospholipids Steroid Nucleic Acids || Chr ome books Cart 1 Warmup: Clicker Characteristics of Life Quiz Laboratory Tools WS and Microscope use WS Focus: Using Fat for Fuel Video Clip Learning: Macromolecule Graphic Organizer/ Google or Use Biology Notes in Wikispace Use notes and textbook Chapter 6 p. 157-163 Assessment: Brochure illustrating 4 organic molecules Study Session: Flash Cards/Create quizlet [|Macromolecules Quizlet] Finish Worksheets

Honors Research Project

__http://lawing.wikispaces.com/Biology__

[|__Using Fat for Fuel- Video Clip__]

[|__Macromolecule Graphic Organizer__] ||

1 ||  1/23/13  || First Day of School - Characteristics of LIfe ·
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I can define biology. I can identify characteristics of life and the branches of research which study life.

Word Wall: Biology  || ** Warmup ** Info Sheet

Pretest Clickers Read Syllabus
 * Focus: **

Characteristics of Life Prezi __ [|Characteristics of Life] __
 * Learning**

__ [|Funky version of Ch] ____ [|aracteristics of Life] __ Video: The line between life and nonlife(15)

__ [|Scientific Method] __


 * Practice **

Scientific method WS

Lab Equipment WS

Graphic Organizer Characteristics of Life w Awesome Biology Song

Design a life form Poster and summarize characteristics

White sheet notes: Characteristics of Life Prezi Review Post Test Day 1
 * Assessment: **

**Study Session**: Signatures Scientific Method Worksheet use notes

Create Cover for Notebook that demonstrates Characteristics of Your Life Due Monday!

__http://lawing.wikispaces.com/Biology__ [|__Awesome Biology Song- Signs of Life__]

Honors: Identify research idea for independent project. || media type="custom" key="24908946" To: SCHS Students and Parents From: Phoebe M. Lawing Re: Biology Class Dear Parents/Guardians and Biology Students: In order to have a successful year, I’d like to share my rules and discipline procedures with students and parents. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me so I can best serve your child! Also keep in mind that SCHS and Gaston County Schools rules and consequences are fully described in the student handbook. Please refer to the handbook for this additional policy. Rules: 1. Come to class on time and prepared with all needed materials 2. Student behavior should not interfere with the learning of others in the class 3. Work cooperatively within groups 4. Follow SCHS and Gaston County Student Behavior Policy Consequences: If your student makes the choice to not follow our classroom rules, there will be consequences to ensure that all students have the opportunity to learn. 1. Student will receive a verbal warning from Mrs. Lawing…if behavior continues… 2. School Redirect Intervention and Parent/Guardian Contact…if behavior continues… 3. Administrative Referral 4. If student behavior severely disrupts class or is deemed a safety issue…administration will be contacted immediately. Needed Materials: Flash Drive Notebook for Interactive Biology Notebook. Three ring Binder Glue sticks Colored pencils Please communicate with me if the costs of needed materials are an issue and I will make guidance aware. Need disinfecting Wipes!!! Communication I can most quickly communicate by email. Email: pmlawing@gaston.k12.nc.us School number and leave voicemail for me: 704-824-7601 I am available to return calls each afternoon 3:00-3:15pm. I will respond within 24 hours to email and voicemail. I may need additional time for some requests that may need research but I will get back to you to indicate I may need to clarify questions. Please send me an email and indicate the name of your child so that I will have you in my contacts. Please don’t hesitate to partner with me in your child’s education and students please know that I do send awesome emails when you are deserving praises! I like to spread positive and so don’t be surprised if I do email about good behavior at some point during the semester. I also write a pretty good recommendation letter so just let me know if that is something you need. I will let you know what you need to give me to help me create a great letter of reference. Topics in Biology: 1 st Six Weeks: Intro. To Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Structure, Cell Transport, Cell Reproduction, 2 nd Six Weeks: DNA, Protein Synthesis, Genetic Technology, Mendelian Genetics, Genetic Disorders, Natural Selection, Adaptations, and Evolution 3 rd Six Weeks: Methods of Classification, Using a Dichotomous Key, Basic Life Processes in Representative Organisms, Animal Behavior, Interdependence of Organisms, Human Impact, Population Growth Grading __Grading Scale__ Gaston County Schools Grading Policy Guidelines A= 93 - 100 B= 85 - 92 Tests/Projects: 65% C= 77 - 84 Quizzes: 20% D= 70 - 76 Classwork/Homework: 15% F= 0 - 69

WISH LIST (This is Under Construction!) · Colored pencils, markers, glue sticks, Colored paper (any color but shades of purple are a favorite) · Ziplock bags (all sizes), tissues and paper towels, Hand Sanitizer · Old (school appropriate) magazines: especially National Geographic, Time, Newsweek, any science or business magazines · Speakers! Looking for either parents or parent contacts that are willing to speak to Biology classes. · Science Fair Project mentors! Looking for ideas and materials to support students interested in science fair. (September is the proposal deadline! Look for more information to come home regarding this opportunity) · I will be asking students what in class projects they may be interested in pursuing so I will have additions to this list based on their interests. · Contact me with ideas that you have to help with enriching your child’s educational experience! I am willing to listen to family suggestions and try to work that into our curriculum if possible. [|EOC Google Form Survey Review]

Cell Structure - Microscope (1.1.2) · I can operate a compound light microscope and calculate total power of magnification. · I can distinguish between the capabilities of compound light and electron microscopes. · I can contrast the size and complexity of prokaryotes vs. eukaryotes. · I can compare and contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells in reference to presence of: a.Mitochondria b.Nucleus c.Vacuole d.Chloroplasts e.Ribosomes f. DNA and RNA
 * Cell Structure - Microscope (1.1.2)

Cell specialization/Differentiation (1.1.3) · I can explain how the structure relates to their function in the andfollowing cells: a.Nerve Cells b.Muscle Cells c.Blood Cells d.Sperm Cells e.Xylem and Phloem · I can outline the development of multicellular organisms, from zygote to embryo. · I can recognize how gene expression controls cell specialization. · I can describe how cell signaling controls the development of differing cell types. · I can identify a stem cell and discuss the role it plays in a developing organism and in scientific research.

Cell Structure - Unicellular Adaptations (1.2.3) I can identify how the following cellular

structures enhance survival:

a. Contractile Vacuoles

b. Cilia

c. Flagella

d. Pseudopods

e. Eyespots

• I can differentiate between chemo- and

phototaxis. || Preassessment Cell Structure Quiz Warmup: [|__Amoeba Feeds on Paramecium__] Microscope worksheet Focus: [|__Stem Cell Clip__] Learning [|__Cell Specialization/Gene Expression Webquest__] Practice [|__Protists Coloring Sheet__] White sheet: Draw, label and give function of cell and or cell organelles Mid Six Weeks Review Assessment Webquest Postassessment Cell structure and specialization Quizlet Unit 1 CFA Study Session: Unit 1 CFA White sheet Cell Structure and Function - Microscope (1.1.2) a.Mitochondria b.Nucleus c.Vacuole d.Chloroplasts e.Ribosomes f. DNA and RNA White Sheet Cell specialization/Differentiation (1.1.3) a.Nerve Cells b.Muscle Cells c.Blood Cells d.Sperm Cells e.Xylem and Phloem __http://lawing.wikispaces.com/Biology__

[|__Cell Structures UNIT CFA__] ||