Everything you wanted to know about Mrs. Riedell's Science class but were afraid to ask......

Textbook:

Zoology  students will be using: MODERN BIOLOGY  by Holt, Rinehart, & Winston  2002 edition.
Biology I & II and  Fundamentals of Biology IA & IIA  students will be using: BIOLOGY by Miller and Levine Prentice Hall; 2006
AP BIOLOGY will be using: AP BIOLOGY Campbell and Reece 7th edition Prentice Hall; 2006

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Behavior
Inappropriate behavior in Science class is not only disruptive to ALL students' learning, but can be down right dangerous! Classroom rules are posted and DISCIPLINE GUIDELINES in the BHS  handbook will be followed.  Students should understand that they are here to learn and that disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.  I WILL CALL HOME/SEND A NOTE for any behavior problems. 

CLASSROOM RULES
        Follow directions.            
        Treat others with respect.
           Keep comments positive.
        Be in your seat ready to work when bell rings.    

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Homework
Homework will include studying for quizzes and tests, reading assignments, worksheets, lab reports, diagrams, vocab definitions, study guides, and special projects. Students will usually have the opportunity to start assignments during class time in case there are any questions.

NOTES: Copies of notes will be provided if you miss a “note day” and are always available in a notebook on the front counter for review if you were here but missed something.  (You may borrow and copy what you missed).  Class activities and homework due dates are always posted on the front board AND on the homework calendar on my website (http://kr021.k12.sd.us)

SUPPLIES:
You will need: 
      1. 3 ring binder with section dividers 
      2. pack of  markers OR colored pencils
    3. 1 box of Kleenex

Students need to come to class prepared to work. Please remember to bring a pencil, paper/notebook, book, and any homework to class EVERY DAY. Extra trips back to your locker for forgotten items interrupt class, shorten learning time, and will result in an UNEXCUSED TARDY (which means detention). 

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HELP
I am available before/after school and at arranged times to answer student questions and provide help.  You can also come and see me if you have a study hall during my planning times (See me ahead of time for a pass) Please arrange a time with me to come if you don't understand something. 

I am also the Lighting/Sound advisor for the school plays so during play season it is especially important to talk with me ahead of time to arrange help time.

Parent communication
Please let me know anytime you have concerns or questions. 
Grade slips will be sent home every Tuesday for a parent/guardian signature.
See my schedule to free times during the day to call.
    My office phone: 696-4147 (before & after school)
    Home phone: 693-3162 (before 11:00 pm please)
    School email: Kelly.Riedell@k12.sd.us

If you want to check on what we're up to you can go to my website (http://kr021.k12.sd.us) and look under BIOLOGY or ZOOLOGY for information, homework assignments, due dates, review games for tests, etc.

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Late work
Learning to budget your time and meet deadlines is a valuable job/life skill which students will need in the "real world".  LATE WORK IS NOT ACCEPTABLE.  Failing to turn in assignments is NOT an option. Assignments turned in after the due date will drop 1 letter grade each day.  

After papers have been graded and returned to the class, the assignment will be worth 0%. Students may complete work for up to 50% points in my room.

Once a unit is finished and tested over, homework from that chapter WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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Absences/Make Up work:
It is your responsibility to arrange for completing work if you are absent.
BHS  handbook policy for absences/make up work will be followed.

If YOU KNOW IN ADVANCE you will be gone you must arrange to complete work BEFORE the absence. 

If you don't know ahead of time you will be gone (illness, etc.) you will have 2 days for each day absent to complete any makeup work.

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Grading:
All assignments are of value and will be graded.  Overall grades will be based on correctness, completeness of work, class participation, and effort.  Opportunities for some extra credit will be available. 

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Bonus Points for Science

1. Science Articles:
    Students may bring up to 4 articles summaries EACH QUARTER. Students    
     can cut out articles from a newspaper, magazine, or internet about a     
    BIOLOGY related topic such as: medicine, genes, environment, 
      pollution, endangered species, human body, health....it's pretty endless.   
      Summary forms are on side counter. GOOD SUMMARIES ARE WORTH 
       MORE POINTS.  

2. Put a cover on your science book by 2nd week of class.

3.  Return grade slips/progress reports/notes home with a parent/guardian signature

4. Parent/guardians participation in Conferences

5.  Tests: 1-2 Bonus questions are provided on each test.

6.  Going "Above and Beyond" expectations on projects and assignments.

7.  See me for other options.

     


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My schedule

Other Duties

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 Photo by: Riedell

  http://www.phschool.com/atschool/biology/