Welcome Parents and Guardians! Mrs. Bree Chang Biology SY 2017-2018

Honolulu, Hawai’i

Experience TA for UH bio lab High School Physical Science & Biology Graduated from University of Hawai’i at Mānoa BS in Biology MEdT in Secondary Education TA for UH bio lab High School Physical Science & Biology Middle School Life Science Long term sub for Chinook Middle School in Bellevue Sixth year at Maywood Experience

I believe that all students can succeed at anything they put their mind to if they’re willing to put the time and effort into doing it.

Textbooks & Supplies Textbooks Supplies Online and hardcopy Science Journal Pencil and Pens Scotch Tape Highlighters Color Pencils (12)

Pilot Materials Unit 1 = Ecology HMH Textbook SEPUP Textbook Miller & Levine Textbook

Daily Expectations Write HW into Planner daily Interactive Notebook Used Daily!

Biology Curriculum Ecology Cells Genetics Evolution Classification & Diversity Biotechnology

EOC No longer required by the state of WA for graduation. Students will take a cumulative exam in 11th grade (WCAS) to fulfill the new requirement.

What to Expect WAY more vocabulary Extensive Processes Daily HW – “study guides” Daily use of Textbook & related online resources Fewer Labs, but more simulations/modeling Less cookbook style Multiple days Inquiry based, student created

Late Work & Grades Grades are heavily weighted on assessments (60%=tests & projects) 10% Deduction up to 2 days late No Late Work credit after 2 days.

Absences Call the office by 8:00am Check class site for HW or request from the office for pick-up Turn-in time = days absent If absent for more than 3 days, talk with Teacher for deadlines

What You Can Do Encourage Students to: Be on time with necessary supplies Start assessments early to get teacher feedback before it’s due Always ask questions Look at exemplars whenever available Review notes nightly Take advantage of after school tutoring Use online resources for extra practice

What You Can Do Check the class website: Check Grades Online: www.maywood.issaquah.wednet.edu Student & Parent Survey Check regularly Study and testing tips Check Grades Online: Sign-up for family access emails Email teacher w/any questions

Requesting Help After School Tutoring Tutoring by Appointment Thursdays 2:40 – 3:40pm Plan ahead for rides home if needed Tutoring by Appointment 24 hour advance notice appreciated if a student is unable to come on Thursday.

For the Exceeding Kids Request additional practice Read Ahead Advanced problems or assignments Read Ahead Keep at least one chapter ahead of the class List questions you may have in advance Outside Resources Use the internet or library to expand your knowledge beyond the required curriculum

Bree Chang changb@issaquah.wednet.edu (425) 837-6985 Contact Information Bree Chang changb@issaquah.wednet.edu (425) 837-6985