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Welcome to zero day August 22 nd , 2017 Mrs. Evans’ Biology

Get all the necessary information and materials for Mrs. Evans' Biology class, including class expectations, materials needed, and contact information.

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Welcome to zero day August 22 nd , 2017 Mrs. Evans’ Biology

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  1. Please make sure you have a zero day hand out and REMIND information sheet. • TO THE LEFT IS A PHOTO OF A CATERPILLAR OF A MONARCH BUTTERFLY FROM MY FRONT YARD. Welcome to zero day August 22nd, 2017Mrs. Evans’ Biology BELL RINGER

  2. Today’s Objectives 1. Who is Mrs. Evans? 2. What do I need to purchase for this class? 3. What are some things parents need to know in order to help their child succeed in Biology? All of the organisms in this presentation are native to Virginia! Praying mantis

  3. July 11, 2015 My Family and grandogsBeija and alan! !

  4. My first grandchild lucas January 10th, 2017

  5. My youngest son’s wedding last friday

  6. Lucas at 7 months with his aunt meredyth

  7. I teach Research & Academic Biology and also cosponsor the Dominion Environmental Club! BBROWN BATS TERRAPIN

  8. BA in Zoology Miami University of OhioMasters of Education Marymount University. REDHAWK

  9. What materials do I need to purchase for this class? • A 3-ring binder/set of dividers • 1 composition notebook (research only) • 1 book cover • Blue or black ink pens • #2 pencils • Notebook paper • Colored pencils Are helpful • A box of tissues would be wonderful! MALE CARDINAL

  10. Parents & Students will have a class expectations sheet and a Safety contract to sign on the first day of school! IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO READ BOTH CAREFULLY. Please return it the next block!

  11. How can I keep up with my child’s grades? When the parent portal opens in Parent Vue please check at least once every two weeks Keep track of Interim and end of 9 weeks Dates. REDBUD TREE

  12. How can I keep up with my child’s assignments? COREOPSIS Insist that your child write all assignments in his/her agenda and check your child’s agenda regularly. Check your child’s notebook regularly. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Evans.

  13. Also check my Dominion faculty webpage and in the near future, vision AMERICAN BULLFROG

  14. “REMIND.COM” • Students AND Parents can sign up for their respective class using the specific code (instructions are on back of your Zero Day handout). • You can receive class messages from me via Text or Email. • I will try very hard to post upcoming tests and projects! • The student’s agenda is still the very BEST way to keep up to date with your child’s progress, because every homework should be written there.

  15. When am I available for extra help?Before and after school/Titan TimeI am on 2 teams this year but they are the same block. Before school (I am almost always here by 8 A.M. After school (most days until 4:30, can stay longer if needed!) Titan Time HELLBENDER SALAMANDER

  16. Should I call or email you? • Email for quick questions regarding due dates, homework assignments, and absences. • Kim.Evans@lcps.org • Call for questions regarding discipline, grades, or other personal information. • 571-434-4400 VIRGINIA BLUEBELL

  17. Due Date: First Day of School!  • Purchase Required Materials • Get a good night’s rest. • Come to school with a positive attitude and ready to learn! RACOON

  18. In addition to Our regular textbook, THERE IS A GREAT on-line textbook supplement: CK-12 Biology THAT WE MAY USE FROM TIME TO TIME BOBCAT

  19. Technology Policy • Cellphones must be turned off and in student‘s backpacks unless given permission. • Earbuds and Headphones must also not be worn in the classroom. • Laptops and tablets are welcome if they are used for classroom activities.

  20. RED FOX OPPOSSUM

  21. Research Bio Info • 1st 9 weeks: We learn how to complete a background literature review and we will compile tree data and use descriptive statistics to analyze it. • 2nd 9 weeks: Students will do a short background paper on Enzymes, create a Research Plan (Materials and Procedures) and conduct a group Enzyme investigation in class and write a results and conclusions for their data. • 3rd 9 weeks-Students begin researching their own Biology related projects (individual or with carefully selected partners). They will write individual literature reviews. • 4th 9 weeks-Students will complete their projects, analyze the data, write their results and conclusions and create their Final presentations.

  22. Any questions/concerns? Email me right away and I will get back to you. BROWN BEAR

  23. THIS IS OUR RED EARED SLIDER “FIBULA” • HE WILL COME INSIDE IN A FEW WEEKS Thanks for Coming Today!

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