Science
Biology
Grades 9-11
Teacher: Jennifer Paolillo
Description:
Study of cellular biology, genetics, creationism, taxonomy, microbiology, botany, zoology, and human anatomy. This is an extended class meeting for 3 hours per week.
Expectations:
In addition to the two days of face-to-face classes, students are expected to work at least two more days under the supervision of the homeschool teacher. Students must be engaged and actively participate during all class and lab activities. An appropriate maturity level and ability to work independently and in groups is required. Assessments will include tests, labs, quizzes, and article summaries.
Prerequisites:
• Completed at least two years of middle school science
• 13+ years of age suggested.
Required Textbooks:
• Exploring Creation with Biology, 3rd ed., Student Textbook, by Dincher, Apologia—ISBN 9781946506450
• Exploring Creation with Biology Student Notebook, 3rd ed., by Dincher, Apologia—ISBN 9781946506481-- This book is optional. The notebook is useful for students who need structure or organizational help. All the questions and labs are in the textbook, but students who do not purchase the notebook will need to write out questions and answers and lab reports on loose leaf paper
Supplies Needed:
• 3-ring binder
• Dividers
• Loose leaf notebook paper
• Pens & Pencils
• Colored Pencils
• $45 High School lab fee
