Author Archives: mrkubuske

10.16.15
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Common Assessment #1

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Before beginning the test, be sure your notifications are turned off, all tabs and apps are closed, and everything is put away.

Do not use the back button at any time during the assessment. There is an opportunity at the conclusion to check work or change answers.

Please use the link below to be taken to the common assessment.

–> Common Assessment #1 <–

09.29.15
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Origin of Eukaryotes

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Yesterday we discussed prokaryotes; their characteristics and examples. Today, we’ll examine the eukaryotic cell and its characteristics. But, before we do, lets take a moment to theorize where Eukaryotes evolved from 1.5 billion years ago.

For today’s warm up, do the “Endosymbiosis” worksheet (pg.41 in yesterday’s packet)

Key ← Use it as a resource, not to copy

Then we’ll be taking some time to learn the parts of a Eukaryotic cell. Please watch the YouTube Video or open the PPT in Keynote to complete the “Cell Part Chart” in a paper format or as a PDF.

Tomorrow, we’ll review the types of cells as well as this chart and the parts of a Eukaryotic cell.

08.18.15
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Lab Safety… it’s no Accident

Yesterday we went over some important information about your safety in a Lab setting. After review the Lab Safety rules (check the documents page for your specific class for a PDF version), take a look at the image below. See if you can spot some incidences of failing to follow lab procedures for safety.

Reminder there will be a “Common Sense” Lab Safety Quiz and you must pass with 100% before being allowed to use the lab.

Also! You must have a signed Lab Safety Contract turned into Mr. Kubuske by Friday to be allowed to use the lab.

08.14.15
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First Day of School 2015!!!

I know… I feel the same way.

Welcome to Mr. Kubuske’s Class Blog. First, please set a bookmark or a link to your home screen. After that feel free to browse this page. At the top are links to class pages where notes, assignments, and documents will be posted for you to download as we work through our curriculum. There’s a page for students, a page about Mr. K, and other resources available. On the right (or bottom if you are using Safari on the iPad) are links to my twitter and other information that will help you.

Next, there are 3 papers on the front table I’d like you to pick up. You will need to keep these papers all semester so put them in a safe place. Eventually, these papers will need to go in your Class 3-ring binder.

Once you have the papers you can complete the assignment titled “Biology Procedures Activity” that you picked up from the front table.

As a reminder, you will need to download your iBook at home or in a place where you can be on a wifi network for a long period of time.

Thanks for participating and we look forward to working with you this year!

05.01.15
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Photosynthesis!

I know, I know I promised you a team building day. I promise (again) we will have it, just on monday so I can be there for it. Today, we’re going to learn all about photosynthesis!

If you remember, I told you a little about earlier this week. Stuff like: it takes place in the chloroplast, there are 2 reactions, the reactants, the products, etc.. We’ll today we’re going to go into a little more detail. I’m going to have you watch the video below and take some notes (make sure you use my notes handout because it has the pictures on it to make it easier to understand). Then on Monday, after the team building exercise, we’re going to make review posters for photosynthesis. I’ll show you what I mean then.

One last thing, next Friday we’re going to take the last of our common assessments. I’ll give you more info next week, but I wanted to make you aware and offer up the study guide (which is also available on the Bio: Semester 2 page). Have a great day and remember, after these notes… there’s only one more day of notes left the entire year!

04.16.15
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Climate Challenge

Yesterday we talked about Human impacts on the environment. We covered several topics including:

  • Acid Rain
  • Ozone layer depletion
  • Mass Extinction
  • Depletion of Natural Resources/Destruction of habitat
  • Climate Change
  • Invasive Species

Today we’ll be reviewing some case studies to determine the cause and solutions to some of these problems. After that, we’re going to play a game courtesy of the BBC. The game is called “Climate Challenge” and basically you get to run a country that is facing the threat of global climate change head on. You’ll have to balance protecting the earth, your citizens, and your job! Use the link below to reach the game (*note, if you are using a iOS device you will need to view this using the puffin app). Good luck, have fun, and learn something!

Climate Challenge – The Game