Magnolia West High School—Anatomy & Physiology Mrs. Byrn—Room #2155 Phone: (281) 252-2550 Email: [email protected] or Twitter: @AcademicByrn Conference Time: 8:19 am to 9:07 am (2nd Hour)
What is Anatomy & Physiology? The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills provide the focus of this class. This course is designed to be an advanced study of the human body for students with an interest in pursuing a career in a health-related field. Topics include anatomical structures, physiological systems, and body functions. Students will apply the principles of physiology to human health and evaluate the applications and career implications of physiology and anatomy principles. Anatomy and Physiology includes hands-on laboratory investigations using appropriate scientific inquiries. In addition, we will deal with scientific thinking, practice and the interactions between science and society. What are the rules?
All Magnolia West High School rules apply at ALL times in this classroom; be sure and know them. Cell phone usage is one to be reviewed. Please do not call/text your student during class time. If it is an emergency, call the office: (281) 252-2550. Thank you for respecting class time for learning. ALL safety rules must be followed at ALL times and ALL students must have a signed safety contract on file AND pass the safety test BEFORE participating in ANY lab activities. What are the student expectations for Mrs. Byrn’s class? Be respectful of the teacher, yourself, other students, and property. Always try your best on all assignments. Be positive. Come on time and prepared to class. Follow all directions. Ask questions and ask for help when you need it. Follow ALL safety rules and procedures. Keep all electronic devices off and out of use as directed by Mrs. Byrn. What materials are needed?—these will likely need to be replenished. 1 1” or 2” loose-leaf binder with 4 dividers (HANDOUTS/FOLDABLES, NOTES, VOCABULARY, GRADE PAGES) 1 package of loose-leaf paper Colored Pencils (12 or 24 pack) Black or blue pens and #2 pencils (#2 mechanical pencils are fine) An online textbook will be provided by the school. The students will register for it during class time and information will be on the class webpage. How are grades determined? Grades will be computed based on the type of work: summative and formative. The percentages are set in the district- provided gradebook program. Please see the 2017-18 MWHS Campus Grading Guidelines, where RETESTING POLICY is covered. There may be quizzes based on the information presented during the week. So, always be prepared. Unit exams will be given approximately every two or three weeks. Projects (one per unit) count as a summative grade. All written work on projects needs to be TYPED to be eligible for full credit. Follow project guidelines on assignment sheets. Warm-ups are completed and discussed at the beginning of each class—these count toward class participation grades. Class participation will count toward your grade. Of course, attendance can effect your grade. Rubrics are available for view on our class web page and in my room as well to see how many of thses grades are determined. Is there make-up work? Please check the class web page regularly to stay aware of upcoming exams, projects, and other important information. Handouts and presentations are uploaded as well. Alternative assignments may be assigned and completed during West Hour. If absent, work can be done either at home or at lunch—alternative assignments may have to be given for missed labs. TUTORING: I want ALL of my students to be successful so I will allow students to schedule morning or afternoon tutoring sessions throughout the school year. In addition, I am available during West Hour EVERYDAY!!