Welcome to Biology

Mrs. HelmickRoom 717

B.S. in Education

Biology & Geology

Masters in Education

Curriculum & Instruction

Background Information

High Expectations I expect all students to learn and do their

best this year.

Not everyone likes Biology.

But everyone has to pass Biology.

Procedures for Our Classroom How will things work in our classroom?

Emergency Procedures Line up quietly at the door. We will walk calmly down the 700 Hall and

then left at the main hall. Stay with our class – do not join other

groups. Once we have left the building, I will take

attendance.

Beginning of Period Enter the room quietly. Bring all of your supplies. Be in your seat when the tardy bell rings. Immediately begin working on your warm-

up without talking. You should:

Write the answer in complete sentences. Follow instructions.

When you are Tardy The door will be locked as soon as the bell

rings. If you are not in the classroom, you will

report to the tardy center. Tardies will accumulate from ALL of your

classes.

*In order to return to class, you must have a pass from the tardy center.

Asking a Question or Leaving Seat/Room Raise your hand. Wait to be recognized. You must have permission to be out of

your seat. You are expected to use the restroom

during passing period. Do not interrupt the teacher’s lecture or

assignment instructions.

No Homework? Students are expected to complete all

assignments on time. If you do not have your assignment, 15

points will be subtracted for each day that it is late.

End of Period You will be dismissed by the teacher NOT

the bell. Clean your desk area – removing all trash

and belongings. Push in your chair. Calmly leave the classroom.

When you are Absent Check webpage or moodle to see what you

missed OR ask a friend. Attend tutoring to pick up your work.

If you have a lab to make-up, you need to bring a lab partner to assist you.

Grades Keep track of your own grades! Use the online grade book to assist you

and your parents.

What to expect from me: I will grade and return your papers in a timely

manner. Progress reports will be sent out each 3-week

period. If you have below a 75, you MUST have your parent

sign and return the progress report.

Grades We will have at least 3 summative or

major grades each six weeks. This will usually include 3 tests or 2 tests and a

project/major lab. We will have multiple formative

assessments throughout the six weeks: Quizzes Labs Daily assignments/homework

Extra Credit Opportunities for extra credit will be

posted on the web. Extra credit will be offered to all students.

Students may not request extra credit!

Tutoring I am available before and after school by

appointment. It is your responsibility to attend tutoring

for help on assignments or course topics. Other Biology teachers can assist you.

Guests in the Room / Announcements In the event that there are guests in the

room to observe or speak with the teacher, you are expected to continue your work or sit quietly for further instruction.

Please sit quietly and listen to any announcements made.

Having a Substitute Teacher The rules and procedures do not change

because of my absence. The substitute will have complete seating

charts, rules, procedures and assignments for the entire period.

Off-Limits Areas Laboratory area – unless otherwise

instructed Teacher’s Desk and supplies Storage closet Property that is not yours

Supplies Each day you will need:

Composition Notebook(s) Paper Pencil and pen Markers/Colored pencils Glue

Web site / Moodle Syllabus Calendar Extra credit Projects Important links Notes/Assignments

http://www.nisdtx.org/nhs/site/default.asp http://moodle.nisdtx.org/

Questions?