Welcome to Biology Mrs. Helmick Room 717

B.S. in Education Biology & Geology Masters in Education Curriculum & Instruction Background Information

High Expectations  I expect all students to learn and do their best this year. Not everyone likes Biology. But everyone has to pass Biology.

Procedures for Our Classroom  How will things work in our classroom?

Emergency Procedures  Line up quietly at the door.  We will walk calmly down the 700 Hall and then left at the main hall.  Stay with our class – do not join other groups.  Once we have left the building, I will take attendance.

Beginning of Period  Enter the room quietly.  Bring all of your supplies.  Be in your seat when the tardy bell rings.  Immediately begin working on your warm- up without talking. You should:  Write the answer in complete sentences.  Follow instructions.

When you are Tardy  The door will be locked as soon as the bell rings.  If you are not in the classroom, you will report to the tardy center.  Tardies will accumulate from ALL of your classes. *In order to return to class, you must have a pass from the tardy center.

Asking a Question or Leaving Seat/Room  Raise your hand.  Wait to be recognized.  You must have permission to be out of your seat.  You are expected to use the restroom during passing period.  Do not interrupt the teacher’s lecture or assignment instructions.

No Homework?  Students are expected to complete all assignments on time.  If you do not have your assignment, 15 points will be subtracted for each day that it is late.

End of Period  You will be dismissed by the teacher NOT the bell.  Clean your desk area – removing all trash and belongings.  Push in your chair.  Calmly leave the classroom.

When you are Absent  Check webpage or moodle to see what you missed OR ask a friend.  Attend tutoring to pick up your work. If you have a lab to make-up, you need to bring a lab partner to assist you.

Grades  Keep track of your own grades!  Use the online grade book to assist you and your parents.  What to expect from me: I will grade and return your papers in a timely manner. Progress reports will be sent out each 3-week period.  If you have below a 75, you MUST have your parent sign and return the progress report.

Grades  We will have at least 3 summative or major grades each six weeks. This will usually include 3 tests or 2 tests and a project/major lab.  We will have multiple formative assessments throughout the six weeks: Quizzes Labs Daily assignments/homework

Extra Credit  Opportunities for extra credit will be posted on the web.  Extra credit will be offered to all students.  Students may not request extra credit!

Tutoring  I am available before and after school by appointment.  It is your responsibility to attend tutoring for help on assignments or course topics.  Other Biology teachers can assist you.

Guests in the Room / Announcements  In the event that there are guests in the room to observe or speak with the teacher, you are expected to continue your work or sit quietly for further instruction.  Please sit quietly and listen to any announcements made.

Having a Substitute Teacher  The rules and procedures do not change because of my absence.  The substitute will have complete seating charts, rules, procedures and assignments for the entire period.

Off-Limits Areas  Laboratory area – unless otherwise instructed  Teacher’s Desk and supplies  Storage closet  Property that is not yours

Supplies  Each day you will need: Composition Notebook(s) Paper Pencil and pen Markers/Colored pencils Glue

Web site / Moodle  Syllabus  Calendar  Extra credit  Projects  Important links  Notes/Assignments  

Questions ?