AP Biology - Dr. Jay Simmons
Purpose:
AP Biology is Biology plus. It is a college credit course and is
accompanied by the same difficulties that one would have in college. In
addition to getting college credits, students will find it as a great
preparation for their higher education studies. In the spring of each year
the student will take the College Board Exam. Our Guidance Department will
administer the exam. There is a charge.
Requirements:
- Students have a basic understanding of General Biology and
Chemistry
- A College level text will be given; this text is a state
text and students will not be charged. A Barron’ Guide will also
be used.
- Students should study the assigned text and do the quiz and
challenge questions.
- Taking notes in lecture is essential and helpful.
- Labs are needed and students must submit reports.
- Good study habits and a little burning of the midnight oil
will go a long way.
Evaluation:
- Tests will be given on the chapters studied. Because of time
constraints and the great amount of material covered several
chapters will be included in the tests. The questions will be
similar to those in the College Board Exam.
- A lab grade will be given based on the submitted lab
reports.
- An optional paper can be done for each quarter. Topics to be
announced.
- A term paper on Ecology is due in the Spring.
Grade:
- Test average + lab+ optinal paper = quarter grade
- Quarter grade+ quarter grade + semester exam+ semester grade
College Board Exam
The school will notify students during the summer break. The grade are
1-5. Colleges will use these grades to determine placement.
Best wishes for a great year.
Dr. Simmons
Any questions or concerns?
 | If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please email
me or call 456-4400 during the school day. I'll be glad to get back
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