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San Antonio School of Inquiry and Creativity

2013-2014 Anatomy and Physiology Syllabus – Miss. Ramos

About the Teacher:

My name is Susan Ramos and this is my third year at the San Antonio School of Inquiry and Creativity (SASIC) as the High School Science Teacher.  I’ve worked with High School students for the past four years and have come to love working with these young adults.  I am from San Antonio but have lived in various cities and states.  I graduated from Texas State University with the core of my degree completed at Seattle Pacific University.  Aside from a Biology background, I also have extensive College credits in Nutrition and Foods, Family and Consumer Sciences, Literature (Vietnam, Mexican American), Business, Physical Fitness and Chemistry.  Some of my hobbies include spending time with my puppy, my family and friends, working out, playing guitar, traveling, singing and volunteering as a youth minister for my Church. 

Materials Needed:

·       Pen and pencil

·       Composition Book

·       1- Package of Index Cards

·       1- Package of Computer Paper

·       1- Roll of Paper Towels

·       1- Box of Tissues

·       A Learning Attitude

Classroom Guidelines:

·       Be Respectful-to anyone in the classroom including substitutes/guests and to all classroom equipment with special attention to lab equipment

·       Be Prepared For Class-bring all needed materials including homework and yourself on time to begin working immediately

·       Follow directions the first time

·       Comply with all SASIC policies

Grading/Assignments:

Grades will consist of Quizzes, Labs, Exams, Projects and Research Papers.  We will have Exams following each Unit.  Lab grades will consist of pre lab, lab and lab reports.  Quizzes will be given with advance notice. All students are required to use our blog for class information, and parents are welcomed to visit the blog to view assignments, due dates, and the topics we are covering in class.  http://missramosclassofbiogenius.blogspot.com 

In the event that you need to contact me, you may call the school office 210-738-2020, or email me at missramosbio@gmail.com

Parent Contact Information:

Parent Name: ______________________________________

Best phone#: ______________________________________              Best time to call: ______________________

Email Address: ____________________________________

For the next ten months, we will be studying the inner and exterior parts of the Human body.  We will have several project- based assignments with the exception of exams.  Exams will follow each Unit and will be worth 50% of the student’s grade.  Projects are worth 50% of the student’s grade.  This class requires extensive group work and each student will be graded on their individual contribution to the group.  If a group member is not doing the work, they will receive the grade they deserve, apart from the group grade.  Please do not disrespect your fellow colleagues by not contributing to the assignments.

Here is a list of Units we will be studying. Each Unit varies in length, but will last approximately one month.

Unit 1: Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Unit 2: Body Chemistry-Energy/Acids/Water

Unit 3: Human Cells

Unit 4: Tissues-Epithelial/Connective/Muscles/Nerves

Research Papers:

There are 4 research papers, 1 per Quarter.  Further instructions to come, regarding the required format & subject matter.

Late Work Policy:

Students are able to make up assignments but must also complete a 5-paragraphed essay on a teacher assigned topic.  The essay must be written with appropriate grammar and must convey the student’s opinions and thoughts in an intelligent manner and will include a works cited page.  Plagiarism will NOT be tolerated!  To receive any credit, both the original assignment and essay must be turn in, simultaneously, with the maximum credit of 70% possible.  The student must turn in both the assignment and essay on the third day from the date the assignment was due to receive any credit.  Ten points per day are deducted from the 3-day make up work period. For example: If the original assignment is due on Monday and the student fails to complete it, the last day to turn in both assignments is Thursday.  If the student turns in the make up work on Tuesday, they can receive a maximum of 70%.  If the student turns the work in on Wednesday, then the maximum points to be earned decrease to 60%.  If the work is turned in on Thursday, the maximum grade to be earned is50%.

Field Trips :

We will tentatively be visiting the Lego Store, NASA-Houston, the Toyota Center, and a Robotics Lab, along with other trips. Permission slips and phone calls will accompany each trip. Parents will be given advanced notice of pricing information and dates of Field Trips.

Fundraising:

We will have a booth at the October Festival at SASIC and will require Parent volunteers and donations.  Our booth will be selling Nachos and Pickles, and will have 3-candy “Guess How Many” jars, so we will need donations of Nacho cheese, Nacho Chips, Chili, Sour Pickles, Dill Pickles, plain M&Ms, mini gumballs, Skittles, and inexpensive prizes (such as Halloween themed rings-spider ring s, vampire teeth).  Please indicate how you would like to participate: Donation of time or list a specific item you will

donate: ___________________________________________________________         Thank you!

Parent Signature: _____________________________________

San Antonio School of Inquiry and Creativity

2013-2014 Chemistry Syllabus – Miss. Ramos

About the Teacher:

My name is Susan Ramos and this is my third year at the San Antonio School of Inquiry and Creativity (SASIC) as the High School Science Teacher.  I’ve worked with High School students for the past four years and have come to love working with these young adults.  I am from San Antonio but have lived in various cities and states.  I graduated from Texas State University with the core of my degree completed at Seattle Pacific University.  Aside from a Biology background, I also have extensive College credits in Nutrition and Foods, Family and Consumer Sciences, Literature (Vietnam, Mexican American), Business, Physical Fitness and Chemistry.  Some of my hobbies include spending time with my puppy, my family and friends, working out, playing guitar, traveling, singing and volunteering as a youth minister for my Church. 

Materials Needed:

·       Pen and pencil

·       Composition Book

·       1- Package of Index Cards

·       1- Package of Computer Paper

·       1- Roll of Paper Towels

·       1- Box of Tissues

·       A Learning Attitude

Classroom Guidelines:

·       Be Respectful-to anyone in the classroom including substitutes/guests and to all classroom equipment with special attention to lab equipment

·       Be Prepared For Class-bring all needed materials including homework and yourself on time to begin working immediately

·       Follow directions the first time

·       Comply with all SASIC policies

Grading/Assignments:

Grades will consist of Quizzes, Labs, Exams, Projects and Research Papers.  We will have Exams following each Unit.  Lab grades will consist of pre lab, lab and lab reports.  Quizzes will be given with advance notice. All students are required to use our blog for class information, and parents are welcomed to visit the blog to view assignments, due dates, and the topics we are covering in class.  http://missramosclassofbiogenius.blogspot.com 

In the event that you need to contact me, you may call the school office 210-738-2020, or email me at missramosbio@gmail.com

Parent Contact Information:

Parent Name: ______________________________________

Best phone#: ______________________________________              Best time to call: ______________________

Email Address: ____________________________________

For the next ten months, we will be studying the          .  We will have several project- based assignments with the exception of exams.  Exams will follow each Unit and will be worth 50% of the student’s grade.  Projects are worth 50% of the student’s grade.  This class requires extensive group work and each student will be graded on their individual contribution to the group.  If a group member is not doing the work, they will receive the grade they deserve, apart from the group grade.  Please do not disrespect your fellow colleagues by not contributing to the assignments.

Here is a list of Units we will be studying. Units vary in the amount of time for completion 

Unit 1:

Unit 2:

Unit 3:

Unit 4:

Research Papers:

There are 4 research papers, 1 per Quarter.  Further instructions to come, regarding the required format & subject matter.

Late Work Policy:

Students are able to make up assignments but must also complete a 5-paragraphed essay on a teacher assigned topic.  The essay must be written with appropriate grammar and must convey the student’s opinions and thoughts in an intelligent manner and will include a works cited page.  Plagiarism will NOT be tolerated!  To receive any credit, both the original assignment and essay must be turn in, simultaneously, with the maximum credit of 70% possible.  The student must turn in both the assignment and essay on the third day from the date the assignment was due to receive any credit.  Ten points per day are deducted from the 3-day make up work period. For example: If the original assignment is due on Monday and the student fails to complete it, the last day to turn in both assignments is Thursday.  If the student turns in the make up work on Tuesday, they can receive a maximum of 70%.  If the student turns the work in on Wednesday, then the maximum points to be earned decrease to 60%.  If the work is turned in on Thursday, the maximum grade to be earned is50%.

Field Trips :

We will tentatively be visiting the NASA-Houston, a College Lab, along with other trips. Permission slips and phone calls will accompany each trip. Parents will be given advanced notice of pricing information and dates of Field Trips.

Fundraising:

We will have a booth at the October Festival at SASIC and will require Parent volunteers and donations.  Our booth will be selling Nachos and Pickles, and will have 3-candy “Guess How Many” jars, so we will need donations of Nacho cheese, Nacho Chips, Chili, Sour Pickles, Dill Pickles, plain M&Ms, mini gumballs, Skittles, and inexpensive prizes (such as Halloween themed rings-spider ring s, vampire teeth).  Please indicate how you would like to participate: Donation of time or list a specific item you will donate. ___________________________________________________________         Thank you!

Parent Signature: _____________________________________