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

Coming This Week

Cooler weather has definitely arrived, but hopefully we will get a few more days like Sunday to enjoy. I love the fall, it is my favorite season of the year. Hopefully all of you will get out and enjoy your last few nice days before winter arrives!

In Algebra this week we will take a test on Chapter 3 and begin Chapter 4. I am looking forward to Chapter 4 as it begins our study of Linear Functions. This is where the fun will begin in Algebra. Hopefully students have scraped off all of the cobwebs with our review.

In Math we will be spending the week learning about number properties (commutative, associative, etc.) Most of the week will be spent learning about the distributive property. This is one can be confusing, but by the end of the week all students will be distributing with ease.

Have a great week!

Question of the Week

Each week I post a question of the week in my classroom. On Friday I draw a couple of correct answers for 3 extra credit points on a future test. Many students have asked that I post the question on my blog, so here goes.

Jillian visits her friend Doug and then returns home by the same route. She always walks 2km/h when going uphill, 6km/h when going downhill and 3km/h when on level ground. If her total walking time is 6 hours, then what is the total distance she walks in km?

Busy Week

This week is a week full of strange schedules. Tomorrow is an early dismissal for students meaning that all classes are 22 minutes long. Thursday and Friday are also different schedules due to the golf trips. Students need to keep in mind that they will not have the same classes before study hall on those days, so they may need to do their homework at home.

In algebra this week we will finish our chapter on equations and percents. This has been a fast chapter and all review for the students. They have come to eighth grade with a solid foundation, making my job easy so far! If at any time any student feels they could use a little more review of any given topic, they should see me. I have collected many resources over the years and I am sure to have something for them.

In math students got their first tests back. Overall, I was very pleased with the results. Hopefully they keep up the good work! We will continue in the integer chapter this week.