Day 1
AP BIOLOGY
Safety
Fire, Electrical Danger, Gas Leak, etc. | No Immediate threat exists, but need to restrict student and staff activity | Weapon related violence and/or emotionally disturbed persons |
Trigger: Fire Alarm or P.A. announcement for evacuation | Trigger: P.A. announcement: “Hold in place” | Trigger: P.A. announcement: “LOCKDOWN” |
Procedure: ● Follow fire drill exits & procedures, going to designated spots, unless otherwise specified via P.A. announcement. ● ONLY IF SPECIFIED, evacuate to St. John’s Church. ● ALWAYS BRING CLASS ROSTER & REPORT ATTENDANCE. ● If on duty or prep, help students and staff evacuate. | Procedure: ● Allow any student in your vicinity to enter your room. ● Lock classroom door. ● Keep students in classroom and remain in school building. Take attendance. ● Teachers may let students in from the outside hallway. ● Continue daily classroom routine. ● Do not use any noise-making devices or mobile devices. ● Prepare to shelter in place for an extended period-of-time. CONTACT THE OFFICE FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY. DO NOT ALLOW BATHROOM USE. ● If on duty or prep, help students get to classrooms. Go to assigned stations. | Procedure: ● Allow any student in your immediate vicinity to enter your room. ● Lock the door. Shut off lights and any devices that give off light or make noise. Close blinds. ● Keep students out of sight and remain quiet. Take attendance. Do not allow bathroom use. ● Contact the office only to relay important information. ● DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR FOR ANYONE. ● Always consider escape, barricade, & defense options as more information becomes available. Use tactical mindset. ● If class is outside, evacuate to St. John’s Church. |
Purposes of the Class
Preparing for the AP Biology Exam on Wednesday May 10th, 2023
Making the jump from memorizing information 🡪 applying knowledge while practicing more basic skills (note taking, studying, communication, etc.)
Appreciating the major reasons for studying biology
AP Biology Exam Info
AP Biology Exam Info
AP Biology Exam Info
Communication
You should never hesitate to contact me at any time with any questions or concerns you may have
My email address is brdavis@winthrop.k12.ma.us. I usually reply very quickly
You may message me directly on Schoology, but this is NOT my preferred way to communicate
I frequently post updates on Schoology. It is in your interest to download the app and turn notifications on
Classroom Norms
Remain seated quietly at your stool during notes, drawings, videos, etc.
Be prepared to answer and ask questions throughout the lesson
I have extremely little patience for disruptive behavior, cell phone usage, talking out of turn, etc.
Daily Materials
PENS AND PENCILS
DRAWING MARKERS
NOTE SHEET BINDER
ASSIGNMENT FOLDER
CHARGED AND FUNCTIONING CHROMEBOOK
Schoology
All of the classes’ materials, assignments, and updates will be posted on Schoology
The class code is DHX4-N6GC-GW569
Parent codes are available upon request
Turn on Schoology notifications to receive relevant information on quizzes, assignments, due dates, review times, etc.
Grade Breakdown
Category | Weight |
Assignments | 20% |
Quizzes | 70% |
Effort/Participation | 10% |
Assignment Info
Each week you will have 2 or 3 assignments (POGILs, case studies, video reflections, etc.)
Due dates for most assignments will be generous and flexible
You will be provided with class time in order to complete assignments and ask questions
Quiz Info
There are three quiz grades per quarter: 1 big quiz, 1 series of mini quizzes, and 1 project
It is highly encouraged to complete bonus assignments and test corrections for quizzes
All quizzes in this class will contain challenging MCQs and FRQs for AP Exam preparation
How to Be Successful
Commit the necessary time to reviewing all of your resources in order to properly prepare for each quiz
Understand that much of what we learn in this class is invisible to us. Have respect for images, videos, gifs, drawings, etc. that will give you a visual representation of concepts
Listen and pay attention during lectures to the best of your ability. Try your best to be present for all class periods
Be prepared to come to school early and/or stay late for extra help
Stay organized and complete assignments on time to guard against getting overwhelmed
Reach out to me via email (brdavis@winthrop.k12.ma.us) or Schoology message with any specific questions or concerns
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