Welcome to Biology
Mrs. HelmickRoom 717
B.S. in Education
Biology & Geology
Masters in Education
Curriculum & Instruction
Background Information
High Expectations I expect all students to learn and do their
best this year.
Not everyone likes Biology.
But everyone has to pass Biology.
Procedures for Our Classroom How will things work in our classroom?
Emergency Procedures Line up quietly at the door. We will walk calmly down the 700 Hall and
then left at the main hall. Stay with our class – do not join other
groups. Once we have left the building, I will take
attendance.
Beginning of Period Enter the room quietly. Bring all of your supplies. Be in your seat when the tardy bell rings. Immediately begin working on your warm-
up without talking. You should:
Write the answer in complete sentences. Follow instructions.
When you are Tardy The door will be locked as soon as the bell
rings. If you are not in the classroom, you will
report to the tardy center. Tardies will accumulate from ALL of your
classes.
*In order to return to class, you must have a pass from the tardy center.
Asking a Question or Leaving Seat/Room Raise your hand. Wait to be recognized. You must have permission to be out of
your seat. You are expected to use the restroom
during passing period. Do not interrupt the teacher’s lecture or
assignment instructions.
No Homework? Students are expected to complete all
assignments on time. If you do not have your assignment, 15
points will be subtracted for each day that it is late.
End of Period You will be dismissed by the teacher NOT
the bell. Clean your desk area – removing all trash
and belongings. Push in your chair. Calmly leave the classroom.
When you are Absent Check webpage or moodle to see what you
missed OR ask a friend. Attend tutoring to pick up your work.
If you have a lab to make-up, you need to bring a lab partner to assist you.
Grades Keep track of your own grades! Use the online grade book to assist you
and your parents.
What to expect from me: I will grade and return your papers in a timely
manner. Progress reports will be sent out each 3-week
period. If you have below a 75, you MUST have your parent
sign and return the progress report.
Grades We will have at least 3 summative or
major grades each six weeks. This will usually include 3 tests or 2 tests and a
project/major lab. We will have multiple formative
assessments throughout the six weeks: Quizzes Labs Daily assignments/homework
Extra Credit Opportunities for extra credit will be
posted on the web. Extra credit will be offered to all students.
Students may not request extra credit!
Tutoring I am available before and after school by
appointment. It is your responsibility to attend tutoring
for help on assignments or course topics. Other Biology teachers can assist you.
Guests in the Room / Announcements In the event that there are guests in the
room to observe or speak with the teacher, you are expected to continue your work or sit quietly for further instruction.
Please sit quietly and listen to any announcements made.
Having a Substitute Teacher The rules and procedures do not change
because of my absence. The substitute will have complete seating
charts, rules, procedures and assignments for the entire period.
Off-Limits Areas Laboratory area – unless otherwise
instructed Teacher’s Desk and supplies Storage closet Property that is not yours
Supplies Each day you will need:
Composition Notebook(s) Paper Pencil and pen Markers/Colored pencils Glue
Web site / Moodle Syllabus Calendar Extra credit Projects Important links Notes/Assignments
http://www.nisdtx.org/nhs/site/default.asp http://moodle.nisdtx.org/
Questions?