Ms. Jones' Biology Page

Ms. Jones' Class Rules

I am looking forward to you being in my biology class during the 2008-2009 school year.  I am sure we will have a great year with cooperation from both you and me.  It is your responsibility to keep up with assignments and to do your best at all times.  It is my responsibility to teach you the material required, to the best of my ability, giving you any assistance you may require. This means a lot of work for both of us.  My goal is that every member of this class leaves with a good basis for the future, as well as an acceptable grade average.

Classroom Expectations:

1.             Students are to be in their seat before the tardy bell begins to ring.

2.             Students are to be prepared each day with the necessary materials listed below.

3.             Pencils should be sharpened before the tardy bell.  ALL assignments MUST be done in black pen or pencil.

4.              Remain seated unless otherwise instructed.

5.              Do not converse without permission.

6.              Take care of your world----No writing on desks, no  trash thrown on the floor, no food or drink in the classroom.

7.             Treat the school personnel and each other with consideration and respect. (Be very careful with your language.)

8.             All four chair legs must remain on the floor.

9.             Enter the classroom though the front door and exit through the rear door.

                                                                                     Necessary Daily Supplies:                                            

1.      3 ring binder notebook

2.      Loose leaf notebook paper (College Rule)

3.      Black ink pen, #2 pencils

4.      Highlighters

5.      Tab dividers (one pack)

Attendance/Make-up Work:

            Regular attendance is necessary to be successful in biology class.  If you are absent, consult the syllabus for assignments. All missed assignments and notes must be made up (Refer to the Code of Conduct).  If you anticipate an absence, see me to get your assignment. All make-up work is to be turned in accordance to the system policy (add one day to the amount of days missed; example: if you miss two days of this class, you have 3 school days to make up the work). This policy does not apply to absences from class for SGA meetings; school sponsored field trips, guidance visits etc. Be sure that you see me before going to the aforementioned activities so that I can give you your assignments. You will be held responsible for the assignments even  if you fail to see me. If you need to go to guidance or to the office, YOU NEED TO GET PERMISSION FROM ME FIRST.

Homework:

                  Homework is an important component and will be assigned every night. I will check homework on a regular basis, for correctness. Homework is due before the tardy bell or I will not accept it. Therefore, late work is NOT accepted.

Quarterly Average

Quiz average = 20%                           Homework average = 30

Classwork/Lab = 20%                        Tests = 30%

(If there is a project that quarter = 1 test)

Classroom Procedures:

Upon entering the classroom, check the overhead projector or TV monitor to find out what you should be doing.  Please place bookbags underneath your desk, not beside the desk. Have required materials on your desk and be ready to work for the entire period.  Do not work on any other subject during biology class.

Tardy Policy:

YOU are tardy if you are not IN your assigned seat, when the tardy bell BEGINS to ring. If you are tardy, sign in and quietly take your seat as not to disturb the class. If you have a note, hand it to me as you take your seat. I will follow the departmental and school wide tardy policies so please do not come to class tardy.

Tutorial Sessions:

I will establish office hours, usually Tuesday and Thursday of each week, so I can assist students on an individual basis.  Please take advantage of these help sessions so you will not fall behind in your biology class.

Study Groups:

You are encouraged to form small study groups.  These groups could provide you support, help on homework, help when preparing for tests, and even to find out what you missed if absent.  These study groups have the potential to be an excellent resource both academically and sentimentally.

The Internet:

          There are many sources of science help that can be found on the “information highway”.  If you have Internet access, you can find a few places to help you get started and review once you feel comfortable with the information.  Please feel free to provide these addresses to the teacher so they may be shared with your classmates.   Your book provides many Internet sites-go to www.glencoe.com with each chapter.

I hope that we have a profitable and enjoyable year together.

If you have any questions throughout the school year please contact me at 704-636-1221   Ext 351

Terry Jones

Biology Teacher

Salisbury High School

Homework/Syllabus

Listed below you will find your homework assignments for this class. Homework must be neat, complete, and submitted on time. Note that the date given is the date on which the work is assigned.  All assignments are due the next day with the exception of the chapter outlines which are due the day of the test. Should you miss a class due to absence or illness, it is your responsibility to make up the work and hand in any assignments that were missed. You should make it a habit to check this page frequently.

              We are reviewing for the EOC each day in class.  Be sure to study nightly.  Good Luck!!!