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Lisa's Labs 
Spring 2010

Meet the Instructors: 

Darla  & Newton 

    Labs are taught by science enthusiasts Newton and Darla (who are ventriloquist puppets)*. 

 

*To ensure accuracy of scientific information (puppets are known to exaggerate), biology instructor Lisa Long is on the premises, as directional oversight. 

Elementary - Jr. High Labs
Grades 2-4 , 5-6, 7-8

Feb 8 - 10 

9:00 - 11:00

Microscopy: Biology Close Up (7th-8th)

12:00 - 2:00

Microscopy: Biology Close Up (5th-6th)

2:30 - 4:30

Intro to Biology (2nd-4th) 

See below for location and descriptions of all workshop. 

April 12 - 16 

  9:00 - 11:00    Critter Class II: Vertebrates (7th-8th)
 12:00 - 2:00    Critter Class II: Vertebrates (5th-6th)
 2:30 - 4:30     Experiments Galore (2nd-4th)

Class size is limited, registration is on a first come - first served, basis.
The scheduling of these classes is dependent on minimum class size.

                       
 
   April 12 - 16
 Grades 2-4    /    2:30 - 4:30
 $155

Here's a workshop that emphasizes the best part of science . . . the EXPERIMENTS! 
Science is not just what you read in a book, it's what you see taking place in front of you, that makes the text come alive. This workshop includes a smattering of hands-on experiments and demonstrations that illustrate scientific principles. In this class, our attitude is "the bigger the mess, the better". This week will be so much fun that students won't notice that it's educational.

See below for payment and location.

Intro to Biology 
Feb 8 - 10 
 Grades 2-4  /  2:30 - 4:30 
$90 

  
 

Let's take a tour of fundamentals of biology, with experimentation  and dissection.  This smorgasbord of biology will include the study of cells, organs and systems of all the kingdoms. By comparing the diversity and similarities of organisms and their structures, students will develop an elementary concept of the complex organization of biology. 


See below for payment and location. 

Microscopy: Biology Close Up       
Feb 8 - 10 


Grades 7-8 / 9:00 - 11:00 
Grades 5-6 / 12:00 - 2:00     
$110 

Join us in this workshop as we examine biology from a different angle. . . through a microscope. While classes in microbiology often focus primarily on bacteria and protista, this lab will include the exploration the minute details of multi-cellular organisms that are invisible to the naked eye. Students will have the opportunity to observe the microscopic structures of biology that play a part in the big picture of biology. This workshop will include the use of high quality microscopes, preparation of slides, and a history tour of the microscope and its impact on science. In order to offer personal instruction and use of equipment, this class size is limited to 10 students. Registration is on a first come, first served basis.

See below for payment and location. 

Critter Class II: VERTEBRATES 

  April 12 - 16

 9:00 - 11:00  - Grades 7 - 9
12:00 -2:00  -  Grades 5 - 6 
$155


This workshop is a sequel to Critter Class I, offered last semester.  In this continuing study of zoology we will take a more detailed look at the complexity of vertebrates and the classification system. This five-day study, which includes snake and shark dissections, has become students' favorite workshop.  Each workshop will consist of a lecture period, class discussion/activity, and dissection. In order to accommodate two grade ranges, two sections of this workshop will be offered. No prerequisites or prior science studies required. 

See below for payment and location. 

High School Labs
Grades 9-12 
 

BIOLOGY 
Wednesdays 9:00 – 11:00
Fridays 3:30 – 5:30
ANATOMY 
Fridays 1:00 – 3:00
Monday 12:00 – 2:00 ??
(Tentative)
CHEMISTRY
Fridays 10:00 – 12:00
Monday 9:00 – 10:00?? (Tentative)
Lab 1 – Jan 13 Wed
Lab 2 - Feb 3 Wed 
Lab 3 – Feb 12 FRIDAY********** 
Lab 4 – Feb 24 Wed 
Lab 5 – Mar 3 Wed 
Lab 6 - Apr 9 FRIDAY***********
Lab 7 – Apr 21 Wed 
Lab 8 – Wed 28 Wed 

Lab 1 – Jan 15 Fri
Lab 2 – Feb 5 Fri
Lab3 - Feb 12 Fri
Lab 4 – Feb 26 Fri
Lab 5 – Mar 1 MONDAY *******
Lab 6 – Apr 9 
Lab 7 – Apr 23 Fri 
Lab 8 – Apr 30 Fri 
* The times for the Monday class will be confirmed or adjusted later. 

To Register for these labs, contact instructor.
Lisa Long 775-5472 

High School Chemistry  II   
$255
Student provides their own lab coat 

Prerequisite: Algebra I. This is a highly math-based course; not recommended for freshmen.
 

Microchem Kit:   www.hometrainingscience.com or www.qualityscience.com
Lab coat: http://www.salusuniforms.com/Lab-Coat-Short-P98C16.aspx

High School Labs:

 These two-semester length courses are intended to provide experience to expand the student’s knowledge of biology/chemistry concepts. Utilizing hands-on lab experiments and visuals, the labs are designed to reinforce concurrent independent study in a chemistry/biology text book*, as well as provide a foundation for continuing science-related courses. Progress will be assessed by homework assignments, quizzes and in-class reviews. Students will receive a syllabus and home-work assignments, in order that they may come to each lab with a basic understanding of the topic. Format will include a short time of instruction/discussion followed by a lab period. Registration for the spring semester will open in November; students are not obligated to register for the second semester.  

 

*Contact instructor for text recommendations.

 

To Register for these labs, contact instructor.
Lisa Long 775-5472 

High School Biology II             
$255 lab materials are included
This lab covers the major topics that correspond with most biology texts, some of which include: the five kingdoms, anatomy, genetics, ecology, microbiology, and cell biology.

 

Anatomy & 
Physiology II          
 $255
 $50
Lab fee - covers both semesters 
If the fee was paid in the Fall, there is not charge for the Spring semester. 

General high school biology is a recommended (though not required) prerequisite.
Chemistry is not a prerequisite.

 

 

 Location: Wasilla Community Church, on Seward Meridian Rd.

Payment Option 1

  • Elementary - Jr. High: Please make payment by cash or check, to "Lisa's Labs" at the time of the workshop.
  • High School Labs: Please make payment by cash or check, to "Lisa's Labs" at the time of the Sept class, or make 3 monthly installments at the beginning of Jan, Feb, Mar ( $255/3 = $85 + lab fee).

Payment Option 2

  • Make payment through home school correspondence company. Please make arrangements prior to workshop...

Questions or Comments?

Please contact Lisa Long.

907-775-5472

E-mail: thebiologytutor@yahoo.com