I have been teaching at Desert Ridge for 18 years, and love it more every year. I am a proud Jaguar through and through. I have a passion for Biology and really enjoy sharing that passion with my students. I got my Bachelors and Masters from Northern Arizona University. I enjoy spending time with my family and playing volleyball.
AP Biology is an intensive course designed to be the equivalent of an introductory biology course taken in college. The emphasis is on developing an understanding of biological concepts rather than an accumulation of facts. The student should understand and appreciate the science of biology as a process and a personal experience in scientific inquiry that develops their problem solving and critical thinking skills.
This course also prepares the high school student to take the AP exam given in May.
In order to pass the exam (usually this is with a score of 3 or higher), students must be highly motivated and driven to excel in this challenging course. The format for this class will be primarily lecture and lab, supported by interactive labs, and hands on activities.
Yearly Catalina Island Trip
In AP Biology, you have the option of taking a trip to Catalina Island with the class.