1. Lab Biology & Honors Biology
Dr. Parks

2. Background Bachelors Degree in Biology
Doctorate in Cellular and Molecular Biology
20+ years in Medical Research
Single Subject Teaching Credential

3. Course Summary
One-year course fulfilling the life science requirement at RBVHS
Utilize laboratory work, lectures, demonstrations, hands-on activities, textbooks and visual aids
Use scientific methodology and research

4. Curriculum

5. Scientific Method

6. Biochemistry/Organic Molecules

7. Cell Structure and Function

8. Energy in the Cell
Glucose
Water O2
CO2

9. Genetics/RNA/DNA

10. Theory of Evolution

11. Ecology

12. Human Body Systems

13. Common Core
State standards designed to connect biology content to the real world
Designed to improve science education and student achievement
Promote language development and literacy
Designed to prepare students for college and/or career
Promote critical thinking and problem solving

14. Grades Labs/Lab Reports Unit Tests/Quizzes/Finals Homework/Warm-Ups
Classwork/Unit Packets
Student Participation
90-100% A
80-89% B
70-79% C
60-69% D
< 59% F
Up-to-date grades can be viewed online at VUSD Parent Portal

15. Bathroom Use During Class
You will be issued 15 passes per semester
Ask me to be excused before leaving
Take the bathroom pass with you
Only one student at a time

16. Location of Bathrooms
Water Fountain

18. Be in your assigned seats ready to work when the bell rings

19. Follow directions

20. Turn in assignments on time

21. Raise your hand before speaking or leaving your seat

22. One speaker at a time. Listen when someone is speaking.

23. This is a beverage and food-free classroom. Water only.

24. Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself

25. No horseplay in the classroom

26. Leave your area clean and orderly

27. Consequences for not following classroom rules
Verbal warning (ONE TIME)
Lunchtime detention (10 minutes)
Call home
Referral to Assistant Principal

28. DISMISSAL The teacher dismisses the class, not the bell.
DO NOT cluster at the doorway, stay in your seats until the bell rings.

29. Help For You Lunch Club After School Tutoring By Appointment
Class Website
My doors are open to help you with homework, reviewing new concepts, vocabulary, etc.

30. Every Student Can Succeed if They Have the Will and Desire!