Mrs. Emily Zalewski ezalewski@wcpss.net 919-463-8656 WELCOME TO BIOLOGY Mrs. Emily Zalewski ezalewski@wcpss.net 919-463-8656 Slide 1 of 5

Biology Units Quarter 1 Quarter 2 Foundations of Bio & Biochemistry Cells & Transport Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration DNA, Protein Synthesis, Cell Cycle Quarter 2 DNA Technology Genetics Evolution, Taxonomy, Immunity Survey of Kingdoms Ecology Slide 2 of 5

Grading Policies Homework/Classwork Graded on (4, 3, 2, 1 scale) Honors Academic Homework/Classwork Graded on (4, 3, 2, 1 scale) Accuracy or Completion Labs Group and Individual Student Engagement SMART Lunch Attendance Tests/Quizzes 15 % 20 % 5 % 60 % 20 % 10 % 50 % Slide 3 of 5

How can I help my son/daughter? Ask about homework Will have MOST nights Expect 30 minutes – classwork & vocabulary Ask about SMART lunch Monday (B), Wednesday (A) 4 per class, per quarter Remind about time frame for tests/quizzes Tests arrive faster than they think; remind to review EVERYDAY!! See website for dates Remind them to stay organized Keep an organized 3-ring binder – dividers I’m here for you and your child! Available by e-mail or phone Slide 4 of 5

Class Website Mrs. Zalewski’s Website www.zalewskipchs.weebly.com Add the website to your FAVORITES, it will be used frequently throughout the semester. On the website you will have access to class notes, activities and assignments as well as reminders and the calendar with projected test dates. Mrs. Zalewski’s Website www.zalewskipchs.weebly.com **Presentation will be on the class website if you would like to view again** Slide 5 of 5