1. Welcome to Back to School Night Honors Biology

2. Honors Biology Syllabus  Origin of Life and Biological Molecules  Transport  Energy Processing  Cell Cycle, DNA, Mitosis  RNA, Protein Synthesis  Meiosis, Mendelian Genetics, Inheritance Patterns  Evolution  Ecology

3. My Philosophy of Teaching and Learning  Student centered, hands-on  Relevant to real life  Emphasis on skills not memorization of facts  Application of math and technology  Create lifelong learners, educated voters  Inspire further scientific study

4. Grading, Extra Help, Contact Info Grades weighted 10% Homework and Classwork 30% Labs and Quizzes 60% Tests  Afterschool Help: 2:30-3:00 M, T, Th or at lunch by appt.  E-mail: Ellen.DeRosa-Hill@ riverdell.org