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1 Welcome to Back to School Night AP Biology Ms. Haut MS 22 831-3370 x3848 jhaut@tusd.net

2 Class Description Covers criteria set forth by the College Board® Advanced Placement Program Equivalent to a 2-semester college course—Intro to Biology class for Biology Majors –Biochemistry –Cellular Biology –Molecular genetics and heredity –Biotechnology –Diversity –Structure and function of organisms –Ecology –Evolution

3 Class Description There are 12 recommended lab topics that require a minimum of 48 class hours to complete For more information and course descriptions of this class and other AP courses visit: –CollegeBoard AP Central at http://www.apcentral.collegeboa rd.com/

4 Materials for Class Textbook: Biology, 7th ed., by Campbell and Reece Section in a binder for biology –Class information –Notes –Homework Composition Book—lab book

5 Class Expectations Students are expected to pay attention, follow directions, and stay on task. Students are expected to do all homework. –There is homework every night Students are expected to study the course material. Students are expected to get help when they need it.

6 Students Can Get Help Ask questions in class Come to Study Group –Tues/Wed 3:05-3:30pm, unless otherwise noted Online help on class website—tutorials, notes, practice questions Lecture notes on class website –Web version and PowerPoint version http://www.tracy.k12.ca.us/whssci

7 How Can You Help Your Student Succeed? Check the homework—is it done? –Homework should be written on homework calendar Encourage them to make flashcards –Vocabulary –Potential test questions (not just recall) Encourage them to study a little every night –Cramming is not the key to success Encourage them to join a study group

8 Parent Connect Check student progress/attendance http://parent.tracy.k12.ca.us –Complete information, wait 24hrs. –Go to ISET with picture ID for a password 1947 West Lowell Ave. 830-3282, 8-5pm


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