Contact Information:

Mr. Kelly Miller, LAT, ATC

millerk2@gcsnc.com

(336) 819-2800

 

THIS SYLLABUS IS TENTATIVE.  MR. MILLER CAN CHANGE IT DURING THE SEMESTER FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE STUDENT.

 

Class Schedule:

1^st block – Sports Medicine 1

2^nd block – Freshman Focus

3^rd block – Honors Anatomy and Physiology

Lunch – 2nd Lunch

4^th block – Planning

 

 

Course Description:

This course is designed to introduce students to the concepts of human anatomy and physiology.  The content encompasses a detailed study of the fundamentals of the human body with emphasis placed on the organization of the body, cells and tissues, and major systems.   Morphological and physiological aspects will be integrated throughout the course.  Honors Biology and Honors Chemistry are prerequisites for this course and it is expected that all students have a solid fundamental knowledge of these subjects. (One 90-minute class period per day).

Course Objective:

Through classroom engagement and hands-on experience, students will become familiar with the concepts relevant to anatomy and physiology.

 

Required Materials- Needed As Soon As Possible (Definitely by the end of the first week of school)

• 1-Inch or 2-inch binder to keep track of class paperwork (mandatory)
• Colored Pencils
• Loose, college ruled paper
• Pencils (extra lead if mechanical)
• Pens (black or blue, and different colors as well)
• High lighters
• Index Cards

 Wish List

• Hand Sanitizer
• Student planner
• Hand-held pencil sharpener
• Kleenex
• Dry-erase markers

 

Classroom Policies and Expectations

1. Be Prepared: This phrase means coming into class with all materials ready and being seated when the bell rings, as well as working on your bell work. It also refers to bringing the appropriate binder to class EACH day, completing homework on time, and reviewing previous notes at home (10-15 minutes every night).
2. Absences: “Students are expected to make up work assigned during the lawful absence(s) within three (3) school days of the students return to school. The actual grade earned will be recorded. The ultimate responsibility for makeup work lies with the student.” -From Andrews Student Handbook

Your presence is essential to your success!

 If you know in advance you will be absent from school, please see me prior to your absence so I can provide the materials, etc. you will be missing.  

3. Do NOT be late! Tardiness is irresponsible and will not be tolerated. You should be in your seat and working when the bell rings. We follow the school tardy policy.
4. Be respectful of yourself and others and take ownership of your education: This includes being on task at all times; this alone is being respectful of our class. No one may speak when others are speaking. No one may be rude or make any kind of inconsiderate comments (teasing) to or about anyone else. In order to have a wonderful year together, we need to feel comfortable with one another. The only way to achieve this comfort is through respect and kindness. Take personal responsibility for learning by setting goals, reflecting, and evaluating your progress towards these goals, as well as having high standards (expectations) for yourself. Ask questions if something is unclear, participate in classroom discussions, and if you need help — ASK!
5. Cell phone use is prohibited; this includes, but is not limited to MP3 players, etc…
6. Guilford County Schools is NOT responsible for the loss, theft, or damage of any technology students bring to school with them
7. Food and Drink Policy: Food, drinks, and candy are not allowed in the classroom. A water bottle with a lid is the only exception.
8. Bathroom Policy: One person will be allowed to leave the classroom at a time.
9. Dress Code: Please review the school dress code, students not in dress code will be asked to fix their attire.
10. Late Work: Everyday an assignment is late it will be graded one letter grade lower per day. Ex. One day late = Grading starts at a 90.
11. Make-Up Work: Students need to make up missing assignments as soon as possible. You have 3 days from the day you return to get your work turned in without penalty. Extended absences will be handled on an individual basis.
12. Please be a positive learner. People who complain don’t do anything but make others miserable. Our classroom can be an exciting, fulfilling place to learn as long as everyone works together to make it so. You probably won’t love everything that is taught, but we do hope that we enjoy our time together and learn skills that help you function better outside of our school walls. Being positive will make that goal so much easier.
13. Stay in your assigned seat unless you have permission to move around.
14. Foul language is not permitted.
15. Integrity Policy: No cheating of any type will be tolerated. Consequences, as stated in the student hand book, will apply. You will be referred to administration and receive a 0 on the assignment.
16. Exam Exemption: Grade average and attendance:

• Grade avg. of C or better and no more than 3 absences = eligible
• 4 or more absences in the class = No exemption from exam
• ** 3 tardies = 1 absence (for exam exemptions only)
• Field trips, ISS, athletics and performances are not counted as absences. Absence from OSS are included in the attendance criteria. Absences are for the entire semester.
• If you have any questions regarding your absences, you need to see Mrs. Woolery.

16. Consequences for disruptive behavior
17. -Nonverbal Warning
18. -Verbal Warning/ Conference with Teacher
19. -Parent Contact (via email, phone call, note, etc.)
20. -Office Referral 

Grading Rubric

The following rubric describes what you must do to earn each grade. These grades are course grades, not six-week “progress report” grades. Thus you have approximately four months to meet these standards.

An “A” Means…	A “B” Means…	A “C” Means…	A “D” Means…	An “F” Means…
-Complete all work assigned/committed to in this class, including web work accessible any time from any internet-connected computer. (95%-100%) -Work well independently and with others and contribute to the workshop groups and class. -Show creative adaptations and critical awareness in assignments and projects/presentations.	-Complete nearly all work assigned/committed to in this class to the best of your ability, including web work accessible any time from any internet-connected computer. (94%-85%) -Work with more independence and improved ability to collaborate and contribute to the workshop groups and class. -Show the ability to translate ideas and concepts in assignments and projects/presentations.	-Complete nearly all work assigned/ committed to in this class, including web work accessible any time from any internet-connected computer, but the quality varies.  (84%-75%) -Work with limited independence, collaboration and contribution to the workshop groups and class are often unproductive. -Show basic mastery of course tasks and content in assignments and projects/presentations.	-Complete few assignments in this class; minimal effort and low quality prevent success. -Rarely work independently; often distract others and undermine class discussions and workshops. -Show minimal mastery of course content in assignments and projects/presentations. (The student is as significant risk of failing the next course in the sequence. The student should repeat the course if it is a prerequisite to another course.)	-Complete few assignments in this class; makes no observable effort to work or improve. -Cannot work independently; routinely distracts others and undermines class discussion. -Show no measurable or Observable gains in the area of reading and writing; performance may even decline.

 

GRADING SCALE (everything will not be graded)

Test/Lab Practical                                                       30%

Quizzes                                                                        20%

Classwork                                                                    15%

Homework                                                                  10%

Projects                                                                       25%

                                                                                    100%

Course Outline

ORGANIZATION OF THE BODY Directional terms Anatomical Regions Chemistry Review	BLOOD Components Plasma Blood typing Functions
CELL FUNCTIONS Homeostasis +/- Feedback Membranes Cell communication	CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM Anatomy of the heart/path of circulation Fetal circulation Cardiac cycle Blood vessels
HISTOLOGY Epithelial Tissue Connective Tissue Muscle/Nerve Overview	LYMPHATIC SYSTEM Cells Passive and active immunity HIV and AIDS
INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM Skin structure Functions Disorders	RESPIRATORY SYSTEM Lung volume Gas exchange Respiratory rate and exercise
SKELETAL SYSTEM Bone structure and remodeling Appendicular skeleton Axial skeleton Joints Diseases of the skeleton	DIGESTIVE SYSTEM Functional anatomy Chemical digestion and absorption Nutrition
MUSCULAR SYSTEM Sarcomere anatomy and muscle contraction Skeletal muscles Smooth muscles Naming major skeletal muscles	EXCRETORY SYSTEM Functional anatomy Nephron structure
NERVOUS SYSTEM Cells Neurophysiology Brain anatomy and function Spinal cord	REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEMS Spermatogenesis Oogenesis Anatomy and function of male and female Ovulation and menstruation
SPECIAL SENSES Taste and smell Eyes and vision Sheep eye dissection Hearing and balance	HUMAN DEVELOPMENT Embryology       Child development The aging process
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM Hormones, homeostasis, and regulation Diseases	HUMAN GENETICS/ COURSE REVIEW AND FINAL Vocabulary Types of inheritance Genetic screening Course review and Final Exam

 

 

 

 

Homework – Depending on the topic (content) you might have homework. It should be neatly written and appropriately labeled (proper heading is a MUST)! At times your homework will be graded for correctness, but at other times it will be graded for completion.

 

Labeling Your Work

Each assignment you turn in should have your name, date, block number, and the title of the assignment. If I receive any assignment with no name, I will not grade it and it will be placed in the grade book as a 0.