1. Welcome Parents and Guardians!
Mrs. Bree Chang
Biology SY

2. Honolulu, Hawai’i

3. 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

4. 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.

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

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

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

8. Biology Curriculum Ecology Cells Genetics Evolution
Classification & Diversity
Biotechnology

9. 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.

10. 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

11. 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.

12. 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

13. 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

14. What You Can Do Check the class website: Check Grades Online:
Student & Parent Survey
Check regularly
Study and testing tips
Check Grades Online:
Sign-up for family access s
teacher w/any questions

15. 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.

16. 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

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