Back to School NightAug. 31, 2011

Biology

Ms. Mary Ann Ng

mang@laalliance.org

2nd period conference -> parent conferences

Office hours: Fridays 3:30-5:30

Gertzscience.wikispaces.com

Biology

Fall Semester: Cell and Molecular Biology

Spring Semester: Environment and the Human Body

Grading

90% Assessments: Tests, quizzes, Unit tests, Finals

10% Homework, classwork, participation

Retake Policy

Only Unit Tests within 1-2 weeksFor those who have 69 and below.Highest retake grade 70%Only once

Must be scheduled. Student must come to their scheduled

retake.

Absences

Will have to turn in letter from parents or doctor for missed work to be accepted

Late

One week to turn in

No ZERO

70%, if not turned in after one week-> 0%

Gertz Succeeds

Fridays 3:30-5:30

BUT:

1. More than 20, others will be re-scheduled

2. Some students will be scheduled on specific days, which may include Saturday sessions

Teleparent- Email or personal call from me.

What parents can do to help students succeed? Check when the major tests will be. Supervise

studying at home. Develop study habits.

Check homework ( whiteboard, bulletin board, website, oral reminders ), deadlines, materials

How?: Agenda, advisory teacher, science website

Contact me for any concerns.