HSA Biology - Body Systems Day 1 - April 30, May 1

Announcements:

The evolution test was given last Thursday and Friday in class.

All evolution test make-ups must be completed by this Friday after school (May 4). However, all incomplete tests will be entered as a zero on progress reports unless they are made up by this Wednesday (May 2) after school!

Homework:
Period 1A, 2A, and 4B: Finish the homeostasis reading and questions.

Period 4A and 1B: Finish the body systems and homeostasis practice sheet.


Today's Objective:

Scientists will describe the function of each body system in order to explain how they work together to help the body maintain homeostasis.

Materials From Today:

Unit 7 Day 1 - Body Systems Day 1 - Powerpoint

Unit 7 Day 1 - Guided Notes - Body Systems

Unit 7 Day 1 - Stations - Body Systems

Unit 7 Day 1 - Homework (1B and 4A) - Body Systems Practice

Unit 7 Day 1 - Homework (1A, 2A, 4B) - Homeostasis Reading

HSA Biology - Evolution Test Review - April 24, 25

Announcements:

The Evolution Test is scheduled for NEXT CLASS!! Make sure to study!

The test will cover:
-Protein Synthesis
-Evidence for Evolution
-Natural Selection
-Artificial Selection
-Classification

Homework: Finish the Review Sheet Part 2. This is worth 40 points and will not be accepted late!

Today's Objective:

Students will review protein synthesis and evolution in order to prepare for their test next class.

Materials From Today:

Unit 6 Day 5 - Notes - Artificial Selection

Unit 6 Day 5 - Review Sheet Part 2

Unit 6 Day 5 - Powerpoint - Evolution Review

HSA Biology - Classifying Organisms - April 20, 23

Announcements:

We will have an Evolution Test next week:
Thursday, April 26th for A Day
Friday, April 27th for B Day

We have 12 more class periods before the HSA Biology Exam! Let's get focused!


Homework:

• Finish up the Natural Selection Homework from last class if you need more time.
• Complete the Review Sheet Part 1 - worth 40 points. No late work will be accepted!!!

Today's Objective:

Scientists will determine how species are classified in order to group organisms by their characteristics.

Materials From Today:

Unit 6 Day 4 - Guided Notes - Classification

Unit 6 Day 4 - Homework - Evolution Test Review Sheet Part 1

Unit 6 Day 4 - Powerpoint - Classification

AP Biology - Nervous System - April 19

Announcements:

The Plant Exam was given last class.

For the rest of the year until the AP Test (on May 14th) we will spend:

• 1/2 of the period learning about a particular body system
• 1/2 of the period reviewing the key points in a particular unit to prepare for the AP test]

Homework: Complete both practice free response questions, spending only 22 minutes per free response question. These will be graded based on the AP scoring guideline.


Materials From Today:

Unit 6 Day 1 - Powerpoint - Nervous System

Unit 6 Day 1 - Notes - Nervous System and Unit 1 Review

Unit 6 Day 1 - Homework - Free Response Practice

HSA Biology - Natural Selection - April 16-19

Announcements:

Progress report grades close on April 20th for seniors! Make sure all your work is in!

Homework tonight: Finish the Natural Selection practice Sheet

Today's Objective:

Scientists will investigate natural selection in order to determine how species evolve.




Materials From Monday/Tuesday, April 16-17:

Unit 6 Day 2 - Natural Selection Introduction Packet

Materials From Wednesday/Thurday, April 18-19:

Unit 6 Day 3 - Guided Notes - Natural Selection

Unit 6 Day 3 - Homework - Natural Selection

Unit 6 Day 3 - Powerpoint - Natural Selection

HSA Biology - Evidence for Evolution - April 12, 13

Announcements:

Today starts the first day of the new unit on Evolution!

Homework: Finish the Evidence for Evolution Practice Sheet

Today's Objective:

Scientists will investigate DNA sequence similarities, fossil record, homologous structures, and embryology in order to explain the evidence for evolution.

Materials From Today:

Unit 6 Day 1 - Powerpoint - Evidence for Evolution

Unit 6 Day 1 - Guided Notes - Evidence for Evolution

Unit 6 Day 1 - Stations - Evidence for Evolution

Unit 6 Day 1 - Homework - Evidence for Evolution

AP Biology - Plant Hormones and Test Review - April 11, 13

Announcements:

The Unit 5 Plant Exam is on Tuesday April 17th! Make sure to spend time preparing and studying!


Homework: Plant Exam Review Sheet Part 2 and finish the flashcards/definitions that we started in class on Friday.

Materials From This Week:


Wednesday, April 11th:

Powerpoint - Plant Hormones

Notes - Plant Hormones

Review Sheet Part 1

Friday, April 13th:

Powerpoint - Plant Test Review

Plant Test Review - Flashcards

Review Sheet Part 2

HSA Biology - Protein Synthesis - April 10, 11

Announcements:

Today is the first Day of Quarter 4!

Spring break packets are due today! They are worth a 40-point test grade.

The Biology HSA is coming up quickly....it will be given on May 22nd!! It's crunch time!

HOMEWORK: Complete the protein synthesis practice sheet given out in class (and posted as a link below).


Today's Objective:

Scientists will investigate protein synthesis in order to explain how a gene is used to express a physical trait.

Materials From Today:

Unit 5 Day 19 - Powerpoint - Protein Synthesis

Unit 5 Day 19 - Homework - Protein Synthesis

Unit 5 Day 19 - Guided Notes - Protein Synthesis

HSA Biology Shout-Outs - April

1A Shout-Outs

SWAG Status: Antonio Jones

Antonio brought his grade up by 2 letter grades between 2nd and 3rdquarter! He is always in class, always does his homework, and makes sure to focus in class, which has helped him achieve success!!!

Amazing Effort and Determination Award:

Ashley Moore and Tyeana Smith

Both Ashley and Tyeana joined our class late, but both of them have caught themselves up with the work right away. They are both always in class, always come prepared with homework, and always put forth their best effort in focus and participation!! Thanks for your hard work!

Excellent Participation Award:

April and Natarya

April and Natarya continue to offer insightful comments and help push our learning forward with their participation

2A Shout-Outs:

SWAG Status: Jaime Blair

Jaime’s work ethic is an example for all students to follow. She always tries her very best on all assignments. Jaime has improved her attendance rate dramatically, always turns in her homework, and always participates and focuses during class.  Her efforts result in her high grades!

Amazing Effort and Determination Award:

Courtney Felder

Courtney has made HUGE improvement in this class, especially during the 3rd quarter! She always comes to class prepared with her homework and is always focused and urgent during class. Her hard work has paid off, since she has achieve her highest grade during 3rd quarter.

Excellent Participation Award:

Joi and Fatima

Keep up the great participation! Your questions and comments help everyone to understand the material in class.

 4A Shout-Outs:

SWAG Status: Moriah Henry

Moriah has made HUGE improvement over the course of 3rd quarter! She is always in class on time, always turns in homework, and makes sure to get all of her assignments done.  Her hard work is paying off, since she achieved her highest grade for Quarter 3!

Amazing Effort and Determination Award:

Joshua and Javoina

Joshua and Javoina always are in class on time, always turn in all homework assignments, and are always extremely focused in class. They are both doing extremely well in the class! Keep up the great work!

Excellent Participation Award:

Tatiana Salazar, Brandon Miller, and Marcus Ford

Thank you for constantly participating in class discussion! 

1B Shout-Outs:

SWAG Status: Taj Estep

Taj had the highest grade in the class for quarter 3! Taj always comes to class prepared with his homework, always offers insightful comments in participation, and demonstrates focus during the lessons!

Amazing Effort and Determination Award:

Dejuanique Taylor

Dejuanique made HUGE improvement during quarter 3. Her attendance and homework turn-in rate improved dramatically, and she always comes to class ready to focus and participate! Her efforts resulted in her achieving her best grade yet for 3rd quarter!

Great Participation: Darius and Brianna

While the WHOLE CLASS has amazing participation, Darius and Brianna stand out in their continuous efforts to improve the learning environment through great participation!

4B Shout-Outs: 

SWAG Status: Marquita Fendall

Marquita never misses homework assignments, always comes to class on time, and always participate and helps out in class discussions! She achieved the highest grade in the class for quarter 3!

Amazing Effort and Determination Award:

Zhane Davis

Zhane has been constantly improving since the beginning of the year. She always focuses on her assignments, participates in class, and leads by example. Keep up the good work!

Excellent Participation Award:

Michael Brown and Clifton White

Thank you for constantly participating in class discussion!

Spring Break Homework - HSA Biology and AP Biology

Here are the links to both the HSA Biology and the AP Biology Spring Break Homework assignments.  All assignments are due the first day of class after returning from break!

Good luck and have a safe and enjoyable spring break!

H.S.A. Biology Homework:

Complete the spring break packet. This will be graded and is worth a 40-point test grade. You may use your book and notes to help you.  Write in your answers on the Answer Sheet provided, which is the only sheet you will pass in.  You may skip any of the questions labeled "SKIP" on the answer sheet.

HSA Biology - Spring Break Packet

HSA Biology - Answer Sheet to Spring Break Packet



AP Biology Homework:

Complete the Kingdoms Book Reading and Questions using your textbook (worth 100 points). Also, complete the 50 multiple choice questions from the practice exam (75 points total - 50 points for completion, 25 points for accuracy).

AP Biology - Kingdoms Book Reading and Questions

AP Biology - Multiple Choice Practice Exam