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HUMAN Woodside High School 2014-2015

INSTRUCTORS:

Shomace Ighanian Davina Ortiz Jovel Queirolo [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Room F12 ext.40612 Room F9 ext. 40609 Room F12 ext. 40612 Woodsidehs.org/ighanian Woodsidehs.org/Ortiz Woodsidehs.org/ighanian

PREREQUISITES: ( and ) is open to juniors and seniors. Successful completion of minimum two years of , one being Chemistry or Physics is required. The course meets both the U.C. lab science (d) requirement and the SUHSD graduation requirement. This course is recommended for all students who have a body and are interested in knowing how it works and keeping it healthy. Also students interested in any career in the broad spectrum of ‘ services’ would benefit from this course.

EXPECTED SCHOOL-WIDE LEARNING RESULTS (ESLRs): BELONGING: Each of you belongs in this class, and in this school. Treat everyone with respect and know that everyone is special because of their differences. Embrace it! HEROES: I hope to be your Biology hero, and encourage you to be heroes to each other. What you do has an impact on everyone. SENSE OF ACCOMPLISHMENT: This is NOT just academic success; it includes interpersonal accomplishments as well as personal growth! FUN & EXCITEMENT: We will be doing lab activities, and doing projects together in groups. Enjoy every moment of learning, even if it doesn’t seem exciting at the time. CURIOSITY & CREATIVITY: In Human Biology class we ask “Why?” and “Why not?” about our bodies. You are encouraged to ask questions and come up creative answers based on evidence. SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE: Be excited to try new things, even when you are not sure if you will be good at them. LEADERSHIP & RESPONSIBILITY: In this class you will be asked to make your own decisions and accept responsibility for those choices. CONFIDENCE TO TAKE ACTION: We will set goals and take steps to reach them. Together, we can all reach our goals.

CALIFORNIA CONTENT STANDARDS: Our main course topics are as follows: 1. Anatomical Terms 2. Integumentary system 3. Muscular system 4. Skeletal system 5. Digestive System 6. Reproductive System 7. Cardiovascular system 8.

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Human Biology is the study of Human Anatomy (structure) and Physiology (). This course includes detailed discussion of all body systems and their interrelationships in health and . Class discussions are supplemented by regular reading in the textbook and enriched with additional selected readings. This course includes laboratory activities and of relevant —the is the primary animal model for dissection in this class due to its similarity to the human (comparative anatomy). Dissection is an important tool for understanding anatomy and all students are expected to participate in all lab activities . (Speak with me if you are concerned about the .) The study of the is vocabulary intensive. Emphasis will be put on learning key word roots to help students acquire the necessary vocabulary in order to understand and communicate in the of science. A particular emphasis will also be placed on connections student to student academic conversations. “Listen in, Share out, Create together”

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS: Textbook: Introduction to the Human Body the essentials of anatomy and physiology. By Tortora and Derrickson, 7th ed., John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2007 There will be supplemental readings and materials provided by the instructor.

REQUIRED MATERIALS: The following materials MUST be brought to class EVERY DAY. 1. Planner 2. Three ring binder, with at least 3 dividers and lined notebook paper. (can be shared with other classes) 3. Binder pocket or pencil case for storage of items 4 and 5 recommended 4. Pencils and Pens (dark ink ONLY for readability) 5. Colored pencils (at least 18 colors) *Speak with me if you cannot get any of these materials*

EVALUATION: A = 90-100% B = 80-89% C = 70-79% D = 60-69 F = Less than 60% 1. Assignments: Absolutely no late assignments accepted for full credit unless due to excused absence. 2. Grades will be awarded on the following scale: • Homework – 15% • Class work – 20% • Labs – 20% • Tests/Quizzes 30% • Final 15% 3. Quizzes: May or may not be announced. If there is an excused absence, quizzes must be made up the following period the student returns to class . It is the student’s responsibility to come in and ask for the make-up quiz on their own time. 4. Tests: Will be announced at least one week in advance. If absent, it is the student's responsibility to make arrangements for make-ups at the teacher’s convenience within 1 week of the original exam date 5. Laboratory Exercises: Must be made up if missed within one week. If absent, it is the student's responsibility to make it to the “make up day” set by the teacher. This may be at lunch or after school. 6. Homework: Preparation is essential for this fast-moving course. Daily preparation includes assigned homework and the student’s independent review and organization of each day’s material. As much as possible, students will be given 2 class periods to complete the homework assignment.

* * Remember , although there may not be written homework it is essential you review the material presented in class. * * It is a student’s responsibility to check my website, on woodsidehs.org, staff, for assignments, due dates, long term projects and other information and Infinite Campus for grades. It is a student’s responsibility to record HW assignments in their planner.

ACADEMIC HONESTY: Complete honesty and integrity is expected from all students. Students may work together—collaboration helps the learning process, however, each student is expected to submit his/her own original work . This means that collaborators may not copy other’s work. Use of the Internet as a research tool is encouraged but plagiarism (“cutting and pasting”) will be dealt with according to the Woodside High School Academic Integrity Policy.

BEHAVIOR POLICY: 1. During lab activities, students will be working with equipment and chemicals that could be hazardous if used incorrectly. It is important to approach your work seriously. ° Wait for instructions before beginning any lab activity. • Do not touch equipment unless using it in a lab. • Goggles, closed toe shoes and long pants (thighs must be covered / shorts are inappropriate) will be worn during lab activities. • At the end of a lab or activity, students are responsible for cleaning up equipment, materials, and work area. 2. NO FOOD OR DRINKS ARE ALLOWED IN CLASS. Water bottles are permissible if the class is not engaged in a lab activity. 3. Students are expected to treat the teacher and their fellow students with respect at all times. This includes never talking when someone else (teacher or student) is addressing the class, as well as cooperating with members of your lab group. 4. The instructor will follow school policy with respect to electronics, phones, and dress code. If electronics are seen or heard, they will be confiscated. 5. Attendance and grades are closely related. To do well, you must be present in class . 6. Tardies . Students are expected to be in their seats with their materials before the bell rings.

Teacher Contact/ Office Hours: I encourage students to speak to me anytime they have a question, issue, concern, or just want to come by to talk. Find me in my room or e-mail me to set up a time to meet.