Biology - 9th & above

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Mrs. Karen Garza

9th-12th, college preparatory - 2 hours

Tuesdays, TTC, 2854 campus, Montgomery

8:25 - 10:25 am

NOTE: This class is for students in 9th grade and 14 years old to 12th grade.
 

2024-2025

Learning is the goal, rather than just getting credit for a course. In our setting, all tasks, excluding quizzes, are tailored to be open-book experiences. When encountering unfamiliar concepts, students are encouraged to consult their text and notebook freely, ensuring a solid grasp before proceeding. Subsequently, students take ownership of their learning process by self-assessing and correcting their work, using red ink which creates a link to the correct answer.

Utilizing the Google Classroom platform, students are expected to submit their work by 10 pm the day before class to facilitate being ready to engage. Regular completion of these weekly assignments is necessary to maintain enrollment. Compliance with instructions is incentivized, while deviations may incur penalties. Join in a learning environment where self-governing is valued, and adherence to guidelines is fundamental.  

This and more are detailed at our Student & Parent Orientation. 

2024-2025

Welcome to the fascinating world of Biology! 

Introducing a new educational approach with two distinctive tiers tailored to meet diverse learning preferences, specifically addressing the amount of school work completed at home. Both tiers seamlessly engage in the same lab classes and explore identical course materials. The decision between tiers is rooted in each student's unique goals—whether it's rigorous preparation for college or the pursuit of science course credit. Embrace the tier that aligns with your aspirations and embark on a personalized learning journey that sets the stage for success.

Students engage in open-book learning, participate in five exciting projects---including 3-D model presentations of a cell and ecosystem. Delve into topics such as the scientific method, cellular biology, genetics, and ecosystems. Students take ownership of their education by grading and correcting their work done at home before posting it on Google Classroom (Classroom). Classroom also offers resources to take advantage of for additional support.

Our 16-module textbook, authored by Dr. Jay Wile, guides students through 32 weeks of home-study with weekly captivating lab classes, incorporating hands-on experiments, which include several completed at home, and an off-campus adventure at a nearby pond (location TBA).  

Looking forward to our exciting adventure as we do this together!

Embark on a compelling journey with BioDiscoveries, designed for those seeking an in-depth and comprehensive understanding of biology. This tier offers an opportunity to master biology while developing crucial life skills to help prep for college courses and the workforce. Students follow the recommended course of study as outlined by Dr. Wile with the addition of projects and keeping work organized in a notebook.

Tier 2 - BioEssentials: An Overview of Biology (basic)

For those seeking a foundational exploration of biology, BioEssentials offers a balance between an understanding of biology and a manageable workload. Students have a reduction of School Work to be completed at home while still participating in the projects and keeping a basic notebook.

Both Tiers engage in open-book learning that begins with identical reading assignments, complete with comprehension questions graded and corrected by the students themselves. Similarly, tests and lab activities, including projects, remain consistent across both tiers. However, the distinction lies in the daily reinforcement of concepts. Tier 1 students extend their learning from the reading through vocabulary and rules, plus crafting reference cards all following a structured format. Additionally, they are provided with comprehensive study guides, serving as chapter reviews, which they actively grade and correct. This approach ensures that students interact with the material in multifaceted ways, facilitating a deeper understanding and enhanced retention.

No matter the tier you choose, our Biology course promises an enriching experience that goes beyond the textbook, setting the stage for a lifelong love of learning. Just choose which tier is best for your student to join the adventure of uncovering God’s creation through the lens of biology!

Apologia curriculum - Exploring Creation with Biology, 2nd Edition

Please, DO NOT BUY the 3RD edition.

Our cover is green with a striped fish & zebra.

PURCHASE: Book set (text + solutions manual); PLUS Items on Supply List

2024-2025: We recommend you review the tier options with your student.  No matter the tier you choose, our Biology course promises an enriching experience that goes beyond the textbook, setting the stage for a lifelong love of learning.  

Join the adventure of uncovering God’s creation through the lens of biology!

TIME COMMITMENT: 

This course requires time.  

Per text – 45 to one hour per school day; however, it can vary greatly for each individual student and is less for Tier 2.

It generally takes six weeks to fall into a routine and determine the time allotment needed for your student to do their best in this course​, so please be patient.   

This is one of the many things addressed at our Orientation. 

The boring but necessary info:

• Please note an online platform is used for assignments and communication between the teacher and student, so easy access to a computer and printer are essential to this class.   

• No late work is accepted without PRIOR approval and parental involvement. 

• Two absences are allowed each semester without penalty against the lab grade, but school work assigned to be done at home is still due according to the set schedule.
  

This will be a great year, so come ready to learn!

Class size: Min. 8 students, max. 14.

Tuition:   Due on the 1st

Tier 1 college-prep = $60/month for 10 months 

Tier 2 basic = ,$60/month for 10 months

Lab Fee: $40 lab fee per semester, due July 1st & December 1st

Late Fee: Payment is late after the 10th; $10 late fee charged.

Payment Mailing Address: 

7327 Root Rd, Spring, TX 77389 

(Made to Karen Garza or Revelation Science)

Registration:  Please fill out the ​

TUESDAY TTC Revelation Science Registration Form 

& mail with fees, which are outlined on the registration form. 

Please do not send the TTC teacher form found on the TTC website.  

Payment Options:  Please click on Registration