1 Mile Run

The 8th grade teachers decided to join their students in "the mile" in PE today. It was great running with our students and I think we even inspired a few to run a little faster so they didn't get beat by one us!!

Here we are, tired after the run!

Week of 8/29/11

This week we will start setting our routines for the year in math. By the end of the week students should know what my expectations are in all aspects of math class.

On Tuesday we will be taking MAP tests during math class. This will give me a good idea where students are academically in math and allow me to better tailor my instruction to meet their needs.

In Algebra we will start with Chapter One. Since much of this chapter is review, I have compacted it into a few days. This is done with much of the first few chapters. I also offer pre-tests on this material as a way for students to move beyond material they have already mastered. Students will not be allowed to use calculators for these chapters.

In Math we also will be working in Chapter One. Most of this material should be review and should get the students minds thinking about math again. This is a time where they are setting up habits and showing me what they know, so it is important that they take this review seriously.

I am looking forward to a great week!!

Welcome Back!!

It has been a great first week! I have to say I have truly enjoyed getting to know this group of students and I am really looking forward to this year with them. Below you will find copies of the parent letters I sent out in each of my classes. If you have any questions as the year progresses, please don't hesitate to contact me!


Parent Letter 2011 Cotaught




Parent Letter 2011 Reg_1




Parent Letter 2011 Algebra

ALGEBRA FINAL!!

Just a reminder to all Algebra students that on Wednesday and Thursday we will be taking the final. It covers material from Chapters 8 - 13.

Week of 3/21/2011

What a busy week this week!! I am definitely looking forward to resting over spring break.

In algebra, we will begin Chapter 11. This chapter is one of the most useful chapters for geometry next year.

In math, we are finishing our chapter on percents (Chapter 7). We will have a test over this chapter on Thursday of this week. Your child should now be able to find discounts and tips without using the calculator on their phone!!

Weekly Update

This week in Algebra we will finish Chapter 10 (Quadratic Functions) with a test on Friday. Students should focus their studying on 10.6, completing the square, as this is where they tend to struggle most!

In math, we will continue to work through Chapter 7, Ratios, Rates and Percents. Part of this week will be spent on tricks for mental math with percents. Hopefully by the end of the week students will be able to estimate tip and sale prices without a calculator!!

ISAT WEEK!!

This week is ISAT week for all students. Due to changes in the schedule to accommodate the testing, classes will not meet every day.

In algebra, we will continue in Chapter 10, Quadratic Functions. We have been focusing on the graph aspect of these functions and will continue to relate the functions to their graphs throughout the chapter.

In math, we are going to begin Chapter 7, Ratios, Rates and Percents. We will work on applying these skills to real life situations, especially the percents. By the end of this chapter, students should be able to estimate percentages WITHOUT a calculator.

Have a great week!