Welcome to Honors Biology

Vista del Lago High School

Who should take Honors Biology?-Are you interested in learning about biological topics in more depth than the college preparatory biology course?

-Do you have a firm grasp of mathematical concepts such as graphing skills, probability, and algebra?

-Are you consistent in your work ethic?

-Can you commit to studying for this class 30 minutes daily to be successful?

Who should take Honors Biology? (cont’d)-Are you concurrently enrolled in IM1 or IM2?

-Did you get a B in your previous science class in middle school?

-iREADY score in Reading 605 and Math 515

If you answered “yes” to all the above then plan on registering for Honors Biology

Topics covered in Honors Biology

Early Earth Heredity and Genetics

Macromolecules for Life Evolution

Energy, Photosynthesis and Ecology & Human ImpactCellular Respiration

Structure and Function (Cellular Division, Differentiation, and Homeostasis)

More information about Honors Biology..

-This is a non-weighted class

-There is no summer work

-Recommended course sequence:

9th: Honors Biology

10th: Honors Chemistry or AP Physics or AP Environmental Science

11th: AP Chemistry or AP Physics or AP Environmental Science

12th: AP Biology

See you in Honors Biology!

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