Biology

Welcome to Biology with Ms. Morris at Joel P. Jensen Middle School!

Our goal is to develop scientific skills while learning the basics of biological science. We will focus on learning the basics of 5 primary topics: Ecosystems, Cells, Organs & Organ Systems, Genetics, and Evolution. Assessments are based on the objectives found in the Utah Core Standards for Biology. Hopefully it will be a fun adventure as we explore many exciting biological science topics!

This course is based on the Common Core StateStandards & Utah Secondary Science Core Biology Standards. Click on the link below to access learn more about the structure of the course:  


UEN Open Textbook: Biology


Safety is an essential part of a physical science classroom. The number one rule of this classroom is RESPECT. If we respect people and property at all times, everything should go well. Below is the class rules policy including a worksheet to aid you in defining respect:

Class Rules

Here are notes for the current year:
Quarter 1 Notes
Quarter 2 Notes
Quarter 3 Notes

Here are some vocabulary lists and notes from previous years. Useful if you want to get a head start on some topics.

Previous Biology Vocabulary
Biology Vocabulary List

Here are the notes for the cureent
Unit 1 (Quarter 1)
Due Monday, 8/28: Parent Homework
More Coming Soon!

Participating in the Honors Biology option? Visit the "Honors Biology" page for more information including requirements and due dates.