Monday, August 3rd: Getting to know you

This is Darwin, a Mus musculus.

Welcome to life science! On Friday I met most of my new life science students (except for the ones that were absent from school). I introduced myself to the students. I asked everyone to get a 1" 3-ring binder over the weekend. I introduced our class pet, Darwin the mouse. I showed students a demonstration of sewer lice. I was very happy to meet everyone and I am excited to get to know you all better in the coming weeks of school.

Here's what we're up to in class today:

Opening: How to enter A11

Worktime: Getting to know you

Closing: How to exit A11

Homework: Get a 1" 3-ring binder (if you haven't already) and a classroom item to donate. This is due the next time I see you (which is Tuesday for periods 2, 4, and 6, and Wednesday for periods 1, 3, and 5).

Today we are working on GLO (general learner outcome) #2: Community Contributor.

And finally, here is an important reminder: it is HOT in our classroom. I typically do not allow any food or drink in the science classroom, but in the interest of personal health and comfort, I allow students to bring water bottles to class. Here is a video of Darwin being thirsty to demonstrate how important this is.