Biology Syllabus
who is the teacher for this biology class?
Mrs. Ioanou and Mrs. Harmon
what should all students do as soon as class begins?
Students should be seated, have their materials and supplies ready, and have their cell phones off and put away.
If you are going to miss school, what does your parent/guardian need to do?
Contact the attendance office and notify them of your absence.
what must you always wear in the lab to protect your eyes?
You must always wear goggles correctly to protect your eyes.
Where can you find the agenda for the day?
On the right side of the board listed under the correct day of the week.
what is the best way to contact the teacher if you have a question or concern?
The best way to contact Mrs. Ioanou is via email at Sharon.Ioanou@powhatan.k12.va.us.
what are the three required supplies for this class?
A charged Chromebook, a writing utensil, and headphones
What two things need to happen in order to receive a verified credit in Biology?
The class must be passed, and the SOL needs to be passed.
what is a rule for where to aim a test tube while heating glassware?
When heating glassware, you should aim it away from your face and others.
where will you find extra copies of work that you have missed?
In the file folders next to my desk labeled with the correct day of the week.
what are the first three units we will cover this year?
The first three units are Biochemistry, Cells, and Energy and Cell Processes.
if you are absent, what are your responsibilities regarding missed work?
If you are absent, it is your responsibility to check Schoology for missing work and see me for any paper copies you may need. It is also your responsibility to schedule any make-up tests or quizzes.
can you use your Chromebook for non-educational purposes?
No, the Chromebook is on loan to the student for educational purposes only.
how should you dress for a lab?
You should wear well-fitted clothing, avoid loose sleeves and draped scarves
Where do you hand in all papers/projects?
In the appropriately labeled basket on the counter
what is the policy regarding cell phones in the classroom?
Cell phones should be off and put away all day.
what is the grading breakdown for this class?
The grade breakdown is 40% for tests and quizzes, 30% for labs and projects, and 30% for classwork and homework.
What other grade will your SOL score count for this year?
It will count as your final exam grade and will carry a weight of 10%.
what should you do if there is a fire in the lab?
You should alert the teacher. You should also stay calm and seek medical care.
what items should be kept in your classroom folder?
Warm up sheets, vocabulary sheets, and any unfinished work from the previous day.
here can students and parents find updated grades and weekly overviews?
Grades can be accessed on Powerschool, and the weekly overview is on Schoology.
What happens if you turn in an assignment late?
10% will be deducted from your grade for each class period the assignment is late. All late work must be turned in by the final assessment for that unit or by the end of the quarter, whichever comes first.
what system do we use for leaving the classroom?
The securely pass system
what is the proper way to smell chemicals?
You should waft the fumes towards you rather than inhaling directly.
Where will you find markers, colored pencils, white boards, dry erase markers, glue sticks, and rulers?
in the drawer organizer next to my desk