Biotechnology                                                  Mrs. Briggs

Policies and Procedures

 Welcome!  Biotechnology is an exciting subject since it is the ‘wave’ of the future in many career paths.  This course will challenge you.  You need to be organized and stay current with all material being covered.  You will have to work hard and use your brain.   With that information, below are my procedures to help us achieve our goals this semester.

Enter the classroom

• Quietly and find your seat before the tardy bell rings.  
• Begin bellwork on the TV, board, or overhead. 

 
If you are tard

• Each occurrence will be documented.

 
Lab Notebook

• All assignments should be written in the lab notebook.
• As work is completed place it in the notebook.
• Notebooks will be graded randomly.
• Keeping your notebook current and neat is part of your grade.

 
If you are absent

• It is your responsibility to get the missed work on the day you return.  The assignments will be found in the ‘make-up’ folder.
• If you know you are going to be out such as a field trip, you may get the assignments prior to missing class.
• Work not turned in by the 3^rd day of your return to class will result in a zero.  There will be no exceptions to this rule except for extended, excused absences.

 
Participation

• You are encouraged to participate in bellwork, discussions, labs, and lecture.

 
In the lab

• Please follow the safety policies handed out separately anytime you are in the laboratory.
• Failure to follow lab safety will result in the student being dismissed from lab and a zero will be given for that lab assignment.

 
Fees

• Supplies have to be replenished and restocked as used.  An $10.00 fee is collected for each student for lab supplies.

 
Grades

• 20%  Attendance/Promptness
• 20%  Homework/Classwork
• 20%  Record keeping/Lab reports
• 20%  Participation
• 20%  Tests, projects, and mastered skills

 
Textbooks and Lab Manual

• Must be brought to class daily unless instructed otherwise.

 
As you leave

• Clean up your desk and lab area before leaving the room.
• Leave your area as you found it or better.
• Remain at your desk until the bell rings.

 Classroom Guidelines

• Be courteous and respectful of your classmates and your teacher.
• Come to class timely and prepared to work.
•  Follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Uphold high standards of effort and achievement. 

Final Advice

• Keep up with your assignments.  Lack of effort on homework will have a negative impact on your grade in this class!
• Ask for help when you need it.  Whether that means asking a question in class or coming in for assistance after class, I am here to help you in any way I can.
• Take advantage of opportunities to boost you grade.
• Work hard and use your brain!  I work very hard for you and I expect nothing less in return.