Welcome to my website and ILHS for the 2023-24 school year. I look forward to having you Biology class this year.
This year is my thirty fifth year of teaching and my fifth year at ILHS. My wife Michelle, and I have two children. Kelsey attends the University of San Diego Law School. Ryan is a junior at Brevard College and a member of the soccer team. We enjoy traveling, biking, hiking, and other outdoor activities.
Throughout the semester we will use a variety of instructional activities, including unit labs, projects, and group assignments to enhance student engagement and target all learning styles. Below you will find my schedule and a general overview of the Biology 1 curriculum.
Semester 1 Semester 2
Rm. D119 Rm. D119
1st - Biology 1 H/Pre AP Biology 1
2nd - Biology 1 H/Pre AP Biology 1 H/Pre AP
3rd - Planning Biology 1 H/Pre AP
4th - Biology 1 Planning
The Biology I curriculum is aligned with the SC Standards and the LCSD’s Curriculum Map.
In accordance with these guidelines, we will study the following core areas:
Biochemistry
Cells Structure, Function & Differentiation
Cellular Transport & Homeostasis
Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
Cell Division, Growth, and Reproduction
DNA Replication - RNA - Protein Synthesis
Genetics & Biotechnology
Biological Evolution & Natural Selection
Ecology