1. Welcome To IB Biology

2. First and Foremost… THANK YOU!
You’ve all raised kind, thoughtful, intelligent and driven young people.
It’s an honor to work with each and every one of them.

3. Welcome!!!
Please write your student’s name and your name on the list circulating the room…thanks!!!! Then I know who you belong to!

4. Chris Wieland A little bit about me:
I student-taught Biology and Chemistry at Issaquah High School 24 ½ years ago.
I was part of the team that opened SHS.

5. Chris Wieland
A little bit about me:
During the 15 years I have taught at Skyline, I have taught…
Current:
Biology (currently)
IB Biology
Past
Biodiversity and Lab Concepts
Physical Science (Lab Methods Chem/Phys)
Chemistry

6. Chris Wieland I have a Bachelor’s in Biology Master’s in Teaching.
The Hope Heart Institute:
I took a break from the classroom and Oversaw Ed programs from …but I missed the classroom.

7. Casey Sullivan Teacher Intern University of Washington
Bachelors of Science in Biology; Evolution, Ecology and Conservation
Masters in Teaching, Secondary Science
Skyline High School Graduate: 2013
Assistant Cheer Coach at Skyline
Exhibit Attendant, Woodland Park Zoo

8. About The Class IB= College Level
Learning Content as well as Competencies
Class will be rigorous, challenging, and fun
Students will LEARN

11. But Ms. Willson what will I Actually do?
Role Plays
Models
Group Work
Lab Work
Simulations
Biotech
Dance

13. Group 4 Project (G4)
Interdisciplinary Project between IB Biology, IB Physics, IB Chemistry, IB Sports, Health and Exercise Science and IB Computer Science
Required
Introductory Meeting for Students Wednesday, 9.27, before school (starts at 8:15-9:45)
Evening Symposium Presentations (Parents/Guardians Invited! Tuesday, 11.7 – more infor to come
Remember Chris Wilder and our counseling staff are very busy.

14. Resources to Support Your Student
Ms. Wieland’s Connect Site Calendar
IB Coordinator: Chris Wilder
Remember Chris Wilder and our counseling staff are very busy.