Grading for Biology /Mrs. Bixler
ATB/Closing question sheets
These will be distributed at the beginning of each week. Students are required to write in the date, question and the answer for each day. The sheets will be organized in a section and checked during one of two notebook checks.
Notebook
A notebook will be maintained with 3 sections: one for notes and outlines, one for graded papers and one for ATB/Closing sheets. It will be graded twice during the semester and worth 100 points each time. A rubric will be provided at least one week before grading.
Homework
-due on assigned dates, if late you will lose 5% of full value per day
-if absent on the day due, submit upon day of return only to receive credit
Labs, Writing Assignments, Projects, Quizzes
-due when assigned, 5% per day deducted for late submission
-if missed due to absence, see teacher for make-up procedure
Participation Points
-any other class work
-in class, fail to hand in work required for that day or participate in class
activities, student receives a zero
-cut class, student receives a zero
-if absent, student receives nothing
Unit Tests
Please note: If the student is absent on the day of a scheduled unit test, a makeup test will be provided only after the receipt of a valid, written excuse from a parent or guardian or excused absence recorded by the attendance secretary. Unexcused absence constitutes a zero for a unit test.
Classroom Rules for Biology / Mrs. Bixler
1. Students must come to class on time as per school policy. Excessive late entrance without a pass will result in disciplinary action.
2. Bring all necessary materials to be prepared for class each day.
A 3 ring, one inch binder with pockets and notebook paper, pen or pencil are needed. Your textbook may be kept at home during the semester. Extras are available in the classroom.
3. Be considerate and respectful. Sit in your assigned seat. Never use inappropriate language or gestures.
4. All rules in the Student Handbook apply to this class. Specifically note field trip procedures and eligibility requirements plus items prohibited from the classroom.
5. Makeup work must be done outside of class time. If absent, you are responsible to find out what was missed and how to complete the assignment(s). If absent the day an assignment is due, the student must fulfill this requirement on the next day back in class.
6. Never leave the classroom without the classroom hall pass, completely filled out, or a paper pass signed by the teacher.
7. The teacher will change seating arrangements without prior notification. If you have difficulty viewing information presented for any reason, please notify the teacher immediately.