Welcome to Ms. Prindiville's Class

Biology is broadly defined as the study of living things. During this school year, we will investigate and develop our understanding of what biology means for us – specifically, we will study the form and function of living things on a number of levels. We will use NGSS Science and Engineering Practices to build our understanding. Through our inquiries, experiments, and discussions, our understanding of biology will grow and we will begin to realize the incredible diversity of life on earth, and the amazing similarities shared by all living things. We will cover the following topics: 

Unit 1: Science Practices- What does a scientist do?

Unit 2: Cell Division- How does Tom get cancer?

Unit 3- Genetics- What is Sickle cell and how does it affect the body?

Unit 4- Natural Selection & Evolution- How do we have so many different species?

Unit 5- Ecology- How all the parts of the ecosystem work together?

Unit 6- Environment - How do our choices affect earth?

A Little About Me

I've been a part of Amundsen's science department since joining the Viking community. I work with SPED students in Biology. Science surrounds us and our Amundsen Biology team makes learning about it interesting and exciting. Instilling a love of science is important to me and Biology Team!

I have a BA from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana. I went into the education field after tutoring Chicago youth after undergrad. I was a general education teacher before moving into the Special Education field where I provide individualized instruction to students. I support both general education students and those with IEP's so all succeed. I'm involved with Amundsen's FIKA Club.

I am available to answer questions or address concerns. I am available to meet weekdays by appointment. I will respond within one school day to email.

I look forward to the year ahead!

GO VIKINGS!