This document provides an overview of an introductory biology course taught by Ms. Wegman. It outlines her background and qualifications, describes the wide scope of topics that will be covered in the course from ecology to biochemistry, and lists the marking periods and concepts that will be addressed each term. The document also outlines the course goals and skills that will be developed, how grades will be determined, what students should do to be successful, and how to contact the teacher for help or to make up missed work.