January 2016! First Semester is Winding Down

After a late start to the school year, we're finally in a groove!  Finals start the first week of February and will continue over the course of three days, February 3, 4, & 5.  The first day are finals for periods 1 and 4; the second day are finals for periods 2 & 5; the third day are finals 3 & 6.

In the Biotechnology Academy this semester, we've had several ongoing projects.  As the projects wind down, we're getting ready for next semester.  Here is a brief recap of the three cohorts.

Biology students recently completed their analysis of their own consumption during a 7-day period. After collecting data in their biology class, they analyzed data in their math classes.

Chemistry students recently completed their Really? essays that asked them to challenge a scientific or pseudoscientific claim.

Genetics students have been learning about genetic disorders and recently submitted their final papers,  then presented major findings from their research.

Biology students observing chemical reactions for color change.

Genetics students modeling protein folding.

Biology students weighing and sorting garbage for consumption project.

Genetic students loading gel for DNA analysis.