Life Science/Biology 8^th Grade Regents Class

ROBERT C. DODSON SCHOOL

Yonkers Public Schools

Yonkers, NY

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Contact the Teacher

Email: yagueroroman@yonkerspublicschools.org

Text: 347-480-8318

Phone: 914-376-8159

Instructor:                                          Ms. Yudelka Agüero

School Year:                                      2024-2025

Course Title:                                      Life Science/Biology 8^th Grade Regents

Phone/Email:                                     yagueroroman@yonkerspublicschools.org; 914-376-8159

Contact/Support Hours:                  Mondays-Fridays 1:25pm – 2:12pm or by appointment

Course description:

Life Science/Biology 8^th Grade Regents

Welcome to Life Science/Biology Regents class. This course will examine the relationships that exist in nature and how everything works together in balance. After successful completion of this course, you will meet all the requirements to take the Life Science Regents, one of the requirements to graduate High School.

Major themes include: 

1. Experimental Design & Scientific Inquiry 
2. Lab Skills

3. Life Processes 

4. Homeostasis 

5. Energy Transfer 

6. Heredity 

7. Biodiversity 

8. Reproduction and Development 

9. Evolutionary theory

10. Ecology 

11. Human Impact on the Ecosystem 

Laboratory Practice 

Lab time will be included during regular class time.  It is important to note that completion of labs is required in order for students to be eligible to take the Regents Exam in June.  Labs are designed to help illustrate, in a hands-on way, many concepts taught during the year.  There are 3 main labs that are required by the State and are directly questioned on the Regents Exam.  NYS requires a minimum number of lab hours (1200 minutes), therefore, ALL labs are MANDATORY. 

Grades 

All assignments contribute towards a students’ grade.  Tests, class work, homework, quizzes and labs are all assigned points that accumulate each marking period.  Your grade is a function of YOUR points divided by the TOTAL points for that marking period.  Larger or more difficult work is assigned a higher point total.  In this way, no one assignment is more important than another, and ALL work, including Labs must be completed to get a satisfactory grade. 

Homework 

Homework is the BEST way to solidify what is learned in class.  It is also expected that students will review their notes each night.  Homework will be given in a variety of methods, including: spot check, collection, discussion, and unannounced quizzes upon assignment. 

Course Materials 

Class notebook

Pen or Pencil              

Three ring binder       

Index cards

Folder for labs

Folder for handouts 

Students are EXPECTED to show up for class EACH day prepared to learn.  This is accomplished by: 

1. Arriving on time 
2. Being organized and prepared 
3. Raising your hand before speaking 
4. Always trying your best
5. Respecting ALL ideas in the class 
6. Listening and participating in discussions 
7. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes
8. No food or drink in the classroom 
9. Follow school rules 

 
Life Science/Biology Regents will take place June 10, 2025 at 9:15pm. Students That have met the required 1200 minutes of laboratory experience will be allowed to take the exam. The students will have about 3 hours to complete this examination. Only students that require extended time will be awarded extra time to complete the test.