Answers to Algebra Practice Test

Here is a link to the ansers to 419. Happy Studying!
http://www.ccsd66.org/pdf/Alg%20Ch%206%20Prac%20Test.pdf

Conferences are coming again soon!

I recently read an article about conferences that I thought I would share with parents. As I was reading, I found myself thinking, "I wish a parent would ask me that about their child." http://www.childrenshealthmag.com/big-kids/9_Questions_to_ask_a_teacher.php

Parent request conferences will be held on Thursday, December 3rd. I know that many of you met with teacher in October, but this is your chance to meet with teachers that you did not meet with then, or to follow up with someone. You can contact the office to schedule a time.

Remember, you may email or call a teacher at anytime if you have an urgent matter.

Class Update

This week math students will complete a mini-unit on exponents and Scientific Notation. There will be a test over this information on Monday, November 23rd.

Algebra classes will finish Chapter 6 with a test on Friday this week.

These tests will be the final grade for Trimester 1, which means this is the last chance to raise (or lower) your grade.

Trimester 1 is almost over!

I can't believe how quickly this trimester has gone! Soon we will be crunching through the snow and beginning the second trimester. But, before that happens I know that many students in my 2nd through 8th periods would appreciate one last opportunity to raise their grade. So here it is!

Mathland Extra Credit
Due Friday, November 13th

You have an opportunity for extra credit! You need to write a story about your friend the fraction, his friend the improper fraction, and his arch enemy the decimal. Your story may include any other people from the country of Mathland. The more creative you are, the more points you will

receive.

HELP! I have been absent.

It is no secret that MANY students have missed class recently. Catching up with work is a difficult task, but students can make it a little easier on themselves (and their teachers) with these hints.

1. CHECK THE HOMEWORK BLOG!!! Homework is posted nightly by your teachers and you could get a head start by looking here before you even come back.

2. Check the running list in my room. I have been keeping a running list of assignments on my front board since the Friday before Columbus Day. It is an easy way to see what problems were assigned.

3. DON'T PROCRASTINATE!! The longer you put off doing your make-up work and seeing your teachers, the more you will have!

Remember it is your responsibility to get your work and turn it in to your teacher!

Weekly Update

This is a very short week due to the Monday holiday and tomorrow's Explore testing!!

In Algebra, we will finish Chapter 4 with a test on Friday. We will continue studying Linear Functions in Chapter 5.

In Math, we just started Chapter 3, solving equations. With the new chapter, students have a fresh start with homework completion. Please check grades often to make sure all homework is being completed.

Weekly Update

This week is sure to be a busy one as many students are preparing for their trip to DC this weekend. A few reminders of upcoming events.

10/6 - Quizzes in both math and algebra
10/8 - Math Test, Spirit Wear Orders due
10/9 - Algebra Quiz, Hat Day
10/13 - Homebase Switch
10/14 Explore Test