Mrs. Puvalowski Old Bridge High School - EMGNC 2017-2018 School Year Biology Honors “It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” - Leon C. Megginson Class Expectations Be in seat when tardy bell rings. Begin “Do Now” immediately upon being seated Do not use electronic devices in class without teacher permission. Maintain a clean and orderly work area. Bring all of your supplies to class daily. Complete all of your work and turn it in on time. All OBHS rules and policies shall be observed within the classroom. Grade Breakdown Contact Me kpuvalowski@obps.org Course Description Welcome to 9th Grade Biology Honors! Our focus this school year will be three dimensional learning and developing our reasoning and problem-solving skills. Our course of study will include, Structure & Function, Matter & Energy, Interdependent Relationships, Inheritance, and Natural Selection. Each unit will integrate laboratory experiences with field work, using the process of inquiry. How can I receive class notices and updates? Sign up with: Remind 81010 HW/CW: 15% Assessments: 55% @4gdee3 Labs: 30% How will I know how I’m doing in class? The parent portal is updated regularly. Parents and students are strongly encouraged to login daily to check the progress of the student in every class. How can I use the textbook outside of class? The online version of our textbook can be accessed via the following: Website: https://connected.mcgraw-hill.com/ Username: kip2 Password: ki4300 1

Mrs. Puvalowski Old Bridge High School – EMGNC 2017-2018 School Year   Online assignments? HUH? Grade Scale In an effort to reduce our carbon footprint and use technology to transform education, this year many of our assignments will be completed and turned in electronically. Therefore please take one minute to sign-up with the following website: https://www.edpuzzle.com Your class code is: peswawc (2), uvabiva (4/5), gopbuzm (9/10), wemgiza(12) A+ = 98%-100% A = 93% - 97% A- = 90% - 92% B+ = 87% - 89% B = 83% - 86% B- = 80% - 82% C+ = 77% - 79% C = 73% - 76% C- = 70% - 72% D = 65% - 69% F = 0% - 64% What do I do if I am absent? You are responsible for all missed work when absent. Please check the “While You Were Out” Bin for any missed worksheets, and the online calendar for any assignments or due dates. Scheduled assessments will be made up upon your return to school. Please see me to schedule an appointment to make up a missed test or quiz. What is the policy for late work? Barring absences, late work is not accepted. Any assignment not turned in on time will receive a “0” What happens if I am late to class? Attendance is taken daily. All work missed due to absences must be made up in accordance with the policies set forth in the student handbook. Late – If you are not in the classroom by the final bell, you are late. Please see the student handbook for policies and procedures related to being late. Supplies 3 ring binder specifically for Bio College Ruled Paper Dividing tabs Highlighters Colored Pencils USB flash drive Ear buds / Headphones * All supplies should be brought to class daily 2