HSA Biology - Introduction to Ecology - September 28, October 3

Today's Objective:

Scientists will review scientific notation and explore the characteristics of life IN ORDER TO begin to explore ecology and ecosystems.

Materials From Today:

Unit 2 - Day 1 - Homework - Are Viruses Alive? 

 Unit 2 - Day 1 - Guided Notes - Introduction to Ecology

 

HSA Biology - Wrapping Up Unit 1 - September 26, 27

Today's Objective:


Scientists will track Unit 1 progress, re-visit classroom culture, and understand scientific notation IN ORDER TO conclude Unit 1 and prepare for future success in this class!

Materials From Today:

Day 12 Powerpoint - Wrapping Up Unit 1 

Homework - Internet and Blog Contract
   Contract must be signed by parent/guardian the bottom half must be cut off and returned next class

Day 12 - Guided Notes - Scientific Notation 

Day 12 - Scientific Notation Practice 
   This worksheet is homework for the following classes: 1A and 4A



Unit 1 - A Day Shout-Outs


Period 1A:

SWAG Status: April Majors

April scored above our class goal on ALL 3 quizzes and exams!  She consistently participates and comes to class prepared! Great job April, keep up the great work!

Amazing Effort and Determination Award: Jahrod Lincoln

Jahrod saw huge improvement between his first quizzes and his unit test.  It is clear he is putting in the effort it takes to succeed in this class!

Excellent Participation Award:

Everyone!

Period 2A:

SWAG Status: Ryan Russell

Ryan scored above our class goal on ALL 3 quizzes and exams!  And, he is always prepared for classing and engaging in class discussions.  Congratulations Ryan!!

Amazing Effort and Determination Award: Alaunte Washington

Alaunte always puts forth the effort it takes to succeed in this class!  He tied Ryan for the highest score on the Unit 1 exam!   Keep up the great work!  

Excellent Participation Award:

Joi Charles

Thank you, Joi, for always staying engaged in the lesson and actively participating during class!

 Period 4A:

SWAG Status: Princess Knott

Princess achieved the highest score for our Unit 1 test!! She made sure to complete all of her homework assignments as well! Great job Princess, keep up the great work!

Amazing Effort and Determination Award:

Shaipera, Joshua, and Tatiana

Shaipera, Joshua, and Tatiana have been putting forth the effort it takes to succeed in this class by coming to class prepared. Their effort is reflected in their grades!  Keep it up!  

Excellent Participation Award:

Tonia and Natarya

Thank you for constantly participating in class discussion!

Unit 1 - Scientific Inquiry

As we complete Unit 1 - Scientific Inquiry, I am posting all of the materials from this unit.  The materials include powerpoint presentations, homework assignments, labs, and guided notes. 

Please make sure to print out and hand in any work that you are missing. Students will be able to score up to an 80% on all late homework assignments.

Unit 1 Materials


Day 10 - Review Lesson - September 20, 21
  Day 10 Powerpoint - Review for Unit 1 Test

  Day 10 Lab - Liquid Drops on a Penny

  Day 10 - Review Sheet for Unit 1 Test and Homework Questions

Day 9 - Collecting Data and Experimental Error - September 16, 19
  Day 9 Powerpoint - Collecting Data and Analyzing Error

  Day 9 - Guided Notes - Collecting Data and Analyzing Error

  Note: Quiz 2 - Graphing was given today

Day 8 - Graphing Day 2 - September 14, 15
  Day 8 Powerpoint - Graphing Day 2

  Day 8 - Guided Notes - Graphing Day 2

  Day 8 - Homework - Graphing Day 2

Day 7 - Graphing Day 1 - September 12, 13
  Day 7 Powerpoint - Graphing Day 1

  Day 7 - Guided Notes - Graphing Day 1

 Day 7 - Jumping Jacks Lab

  Day 7 - Homework (to be posted)

Day 6 - Lab Safety and Procedures - September 8, 9
 Day 6 - Homework - Lab Safety Contract

  Note: Quiz 1 was given today

Day 5 - Hypothesis and Variables - September 6, 7
  Day 5 Powerpoint - Hypothesis and Variables

  Day 5 - Guided Notes - Hypothesis and Variables

  Day 5 - Homework - Hypothesis and Variables

  Day 5 - Cup-filling Lab

Day 4 - Observations, Inferences, and Scientific Questions - September 1, 2
  Day 4 Powerpoint - Observations Inferences Scientific Questions

  Day 4 - Guided Notes - Observations Inferences Scientific Questions

  Day 4 - Homework - Observations Inferences Scientific Questions

New Updates

Some important reminders from class this week!

We will be having a quiz this week on Thursday for A Day and on Friday for B Day. Make sure to study your notes on the following topics:
-Observations/Inferences
-Scientific Questions
-Hypothesis
-Scientific Variables (independent variable, dependent variable, control group, experimental group, and constants)


Here is the link to the homework from last Thursday and Friday on observations, inferences, and scientific questions:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IM-pLnsRsee0ZdKh1fOVgqX8ehBdBGfe0Jtwuhn3kkw/edit?hl=en_US


Here is the link to the Homework/Extra Practice Sheet from Today's Lesson on hypothesis and variables:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fePaV5yXR8_JVhH2gaHkH5-Jp3zPGQAaaPN9WsfhUfE/edit?hl=en_US