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Welcome to Room 447. Whether you are here as a Biology Student Investigator or a Yearbook Staffer, I am looking forward to working with you this year! I am a graduate of Harlem High School and Augusta University, with a degree in Biology. I did 5 years of graduate research at The Medical College of Georgia before beginning my teaching career here at ARC in 2007. I'm proud to be a career Musketeer.
Courses I teach:
Biology
AP Biology
IB Biology Year 1
IB Biology Year 2
Journalism
I will be available for tutoring as needed by appointment before or after school. I am generally available most mornings from 7:45 - 8:10 and by appointment in the afternoons from 3:30 - 3:50, but check the tutoring schedule posted on the board in the classroom each week to see specific days I am available each week and to schedule a time to come for tutoring.
Remind Codes
Text the correct code for your class to 81010
AP Biology/IB Biology Year 1 (1st and 3rd Periods): @westhubap
IB Biology Year 2 (2nd and 7th Periods): @westhubib
Biology (5th Period): westhubbio
Journalism (4th Period): westhubybk
Announcements
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Science Fair Projects
All High School science students are required to complete a science fair project. We will begun working on projects by selecting and submitting topic ideas on Canvas. Once topics are approved, we will begin working through the Science Fair project process to include designing the investigation, collecting and analyzing data, writing justifiable conclusions, and preparing presentations for submission. Science Fair projects are due in early November.
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Lab Safety Contracts
Lab Safety Contracts must be completed, signed and returned to allow students to participate in hands-on lab experiences. Lab Safety is a top priority in our science classroom. Contracts will be provided at Open House and during the first week of school. Please ensure your student has returned their form so they will be ready to start working in the lab. A new form can be found here if needed: Lab Safety Contract
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Suggested Biology Supplies:
3 Ring Binder
Some type of basic scientific calculator
Pens/Pencils
Highlighters (4 colors)
Index Cards
School Issued Laptop

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Katie WestEmail:Grade(s): 9-12Subject(s): ScienceDegrees & Certifications:Bachelors of Science in BiologyTAPP Teacher CertificationGifted Endorsement