Monday: We were able to take our quiz today. Most students finished it. Homework was make up work. I also sent home progress reports today. These need to be signed by parents & returned by Wednesday. Extra Credit for turning them in by Tuesday.
Tuesday: Today we worked independently on Task 2. Students are to come tomorrow with questions, however, they need to have some of it done in order for their questions to be answered. This can be done in their notebooks or on a separate piece of paper. Task 2 document
Wednesday: Today we did Task 2 together in class. We answered questions the students had regarding what was required on the task. Calculator are allowed as long as students are showing their work as well. Homework tonight is a make up time - any tests/quizzes/missing work.
Thursday: Today's lesson was about sequences. The homework was given in class to 3rd period. 5th period did not get the homework due to me being called out for a meeting at the last minute. They will do it in class Friday. Come see me for the work.
Friday: Today we covered sequences a little more in depth. Homework is this Worksheet
Friday, October 25, 2013
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Week 5 ~ Oct 21-25 ~ Math 8
Monday: Today we finished discussing scientific notation & how to compare them. Remember to make the numbers either all in scientific or all in Standard notation before comparing! HW Pg 207 # 37, 40-49.
Tuesday: Today we completed Task 4 in class. Most students were able to completely finish & turn it in, but a few needed to take it home. The task instructions are below & you need to complete them in your Interactive Notebook. Today's homework is to work on any make up work you may need to finish.
TASK 4: Since you did such a great job with the monster trucks, NASA hired you to use the Pythagorean Theorem to calculate the distance from earth of a newly discovered planet that they have named Daffy. Satellites show that Daffy is 9 billion miles east of earth and 12 billion miles north of earth. However, to be consistent with how NASA’s technology was designed, your answer must be scientific notation.
• Working independently, apply the Pythagorean Theorem to determine how far away Daffy is from earth in billions of miles.
• Verify the accuracy of your calculations by comparing with your teammates.
• Convert your answer to scientific notation.
• In scientific notation, how much farther is Daffy north of Earth than east of Earth.
• While making your calculations, you decide to take out a telescope to see if you can locate Daffy. You are unable to, however which searching for Daffy you discover a brand new planet that is four times as far away as Daffy. Your task is to calculate the distance of the new planet so you can name it after yourself.
Wednesday: Today students looked at their current progress reports and decided what 3 things they wanted to do to raise their grade. This was also their homework!
Thursday: We made it to the end of Unit 2. In class we worked on a UPS-Check model of solving word problems. We did 2 examples in class. Friday, we'll take a quiz over the same material. To get full points, students must be able to fill out each section of the UPS check form (Understand, Plan, Solve, Check)
Friday: Quiz Today! Almost everyone finished it in class. Homework is a blue worksheet which reviews evaluating expressions. If you need a copy of it please come see me!
Tuesday: Today we completed Task 4 in class. Most students were able to completely finish & turn it in, but a few needed to take it home. The task instructions are below & you need to complete them in your Interactive Notebook. Today's homework is to work on any make up work you may need to finish.
TASK 4: Since you did such a great job with the monster trucks, NASA hired you to use the Pythagorean Theorem to calculate the distance from earth of a newly discovered planet that they have named Daffy. Satellites show that Daffy is 9 billion miles east of earth and 12 billion miles north of earth. However, to be consistent with how NASA’s technology was designed, your answer must be scientific notation.
• Working independently, apply the Pythagorean Theorem to determine how far away Daffy is from earth in billions of miles.
• Verify the accuracy of your calculations by comparing with your teammates.
• Convert your answer to scientific notation.
• In scientific notation, how much farther is Daffy north of Earth than east of Earth.
• While making your calculations, you decide to take out a telescope to see if you can locate Daffy. You are unable to, however which searching for Daffy you discover a brand new planet that is four times as far away as Daffy. Your task is to calculate the distance of the new planet so you can name it after yourself.
Wednesday: Today students looked at their current progress reports and decided what 3 things they wanted to do to raise their grade. This was also their homework!
Thursday: We made it to the end of Unit 2. In class we worked on a UPS-Check model of solving word problems. We did 2 examples in class. Friday, we'll take a quiz over the same material. To get full points, students must be able to fill out each section of the UPS check form (Understand, Plan, Solve, Check)
Friday: Quiz Today! Almost everyone finished it in class. Homework is a blue worksheet which reviews evaluating expressions. If you need a copy of it please come see me!
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Week 4 ~ Oct 14 - 18 Algebra 1
Monday: We began our discussion of systems of equations by looking at their graphs. HW Pg 378 # 2-5, 8-10, 12, 13
Tuesday: Today we solved systems by adding or subtracting the 2 equations together. HW Pg 394, # 6-8, 18-20, 25-27
Wednesday: Continuing with our systems of equations lessons, these required a couple extra steps but are quite simple once you find the pattern. HW Pg 401 # 8-11, 18-21, 46
Thursday: Today we learned to graph linear inequalities. HW is Pg 429 # 6-14, 19-22
Week 4 ~ October 14-18 ~ Math 8
Monday ~ Today we finished up our Task 2 by writing a memo to the company explaining our new ramp lengths. We started this example in class & students just needed to finish it for homework.
Tuesday ~ We began working on Task 3 which was a final ramp design as well a a proof that the area we found was correct. This is a mostly in class project that we'll be finishing tomorrow. The dimensions for the final ramp are 24 feet high and 32 feet long.
Wednesday ~ We finished working on Task 3 today. Many students were able to finish in class, those who didn't need to finish it at home tonight. Here is a photo of what the project should look like.
Thursday ~ Today we discussed the converse of the Pythagorean Theorem. Basically you just need to take the 3 lengths they give you and plug them into the formula. If it is a true statement, the triangle is a right triangle. If not, then the triangle is NOT a right triangle. HW: Pg 468 # 13-18, 43
Tuesday ~ We began working on Task 3 which was a final ramp design as well a a proof that the area we found was correct. This is a mostly in class project that we'll be finishing tomorrow. The dimensions for the final ramp are 24 feet high and 32 feet long.
Wednesday ~ We finished working on Task 3 today. Many students were able to finish in class, those who didn't need to finish it at home tonight. Here is a photo of what the project should look like.
Thursday ~ Today we discussed the converse of the Pythagorean Theorem. Basically you just need to take the 3 lengths they give you and plug them into the formula. If it is a true statement, the triangle is a right triangle. If not, then the triangle is NOT a right triangle. HW: Pg 468 # 13-18, 43
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Week 3 ~ Oct 7 - 11 ~ Algebra 1
Welcome to week 3! Progress reports will be sent out this week!
Monday: We discussed the rules for products and exponents. These are in the book, but we also took notes on them and then practiced them. HW: Pg 463, # 8-14 evens, 20-30 evens, 37, 48
Tuesday: Today we finished up our exponent rules with the quotient rules. Again, they are in the book and in our notes. HW: Pg 470 # 8-18 evens, 22-32 evens, 43, 44
Wednesday: Today we discussed fractional exponents. Fraction Exponents Video HW: Pg 501 # 18-21, 25-30
Thursday: Today we worked on Task 1 in class. What was not finished was to be done for homework. This should be done in your Interactive Notebook, so it won't be part of the homework packet for tomorrow. Task 1 Document
Friday: Today we took Quiz 2C & turned in our HW packet. I also checked off the Task 1 for completion. The homework for the weekend is to get caught up on any missing work or test corrections.
Monday: We discussed the rules for products and exponents. These are in the book, but we also took notes on them and then practiced them. HW: Pg 463, # 8-14 evens, 20-30 evens, 37, 48
Tuesday: Today we finished up our exponent rules with the quotient rules. Again, they are in the book and in our notes. HW: Pg 470 # 8-18 evens, 22-32 evens, 43, 44
Wednesday: Today we discussed fractional exponents. Fraction Exponents Video HW: Pg 501 # 18-21, 25-30
Thursday: Today we worked on Task 1 in class. What was not finished was to be done for homework. This should be done in your Interactive Notebook, so it won't be part of the homework packet for tomorrow. Task 1 Document
Friday: Today we took Quiz 2C & turned in our HW packet. I also checked off the Task 1 for completion. The homework for the weekend is to get caught up on any missing work or test corrections.
Week 3 ~ Oct 7 - 11~ Math 8
Welcome to Week 3!
Monday: We worked on finding the missing side in a right triangle. Homework: Pg 467 # 4, 5, 11, 12, & Pg 501, #18-20. Pythagorean Theorem Video
Tuesday: Today we worked on word problems and real world examples of the Pythagorean Theorem. Remember to draw your picture to help you find which side you're looking for! HW: Pg 467, # 6, 19, 34, 44
Wednesday: We worked on using Pythagorean Theorem to find the distance between 1 points on a graph. There is a formula, but it is big and ugly! Instead, plot the 2 points, connect them and draw a right triangle. Then count the length of each side and plug it into our formula. HW: Pg 479 # 11-14
Thursday: Task 1 was on the agenda for today! Attached are the necessary papers you need to complete the work. to get a 3 out of 3, You'll need to draw the 3 triangles, label them correctly and find the the correct answer (in feet). To get some extra credit, you'll need to explain how you know your ramp length is correct (think of using the longest side & shortcut method). Task 1 Instructions Ramp A Ramp B Ramp C
Friday: Today we did Task 2. The company has come back and said they want to see each of the ramps with the height increased by 5 feet. Complete these drawings and calculations correctly to earn 3 out of 3. To get a 4, you'll need to find the ramp length if you increased the height by 10 feet. We did 1 example in class.
Monday: We worked on finding the missing side in a right triangle. Homework: Pg 467 # 4, 5, 11, 12, & Pg 501, #18-20. Pythagorean Theorem Video
Tuesday: Today we worked on word problems and real world examples of the Pythagorean Theorem. Remember to draw your picture to help you find which side you're looking for! HW: Pg 467, # 6, 19, 34, 44
Wednesday: We worked on using Pythagorean Theorem to find the distance between 1 points on a graph. There is a formula, but it is big and ugly! Instead, plot the 2 points, connect them and draw a right triangle. Then count the length of each side and plug it into our formula. HW: Pg 479 # 11-14
Thursday: Task 1 was on the agenda for today! Attached are the necessary papers you need to complete the work. to get a 3 out of 3, You'll need to draw the 3 triangles, label them correctly and find the the correct answer (in feet). To get some extra credit, you'll need to explain how you know your ramp length is correct (think of using the longest side & shortcut method). Task 1 Instructions Ramp A Ramp B Ramp C
Friday: Today we did Task 2. The company has come back and said they want to see each of the ramps with the height increased by 5 feet. Complete these drawings and calculations correctly to earn 3 out of 3. To get a 4, you'll need to find the ramp length if you increased the height by 10 feet. We did 1 example in class.
Triad 2 ~ Week 2 ~ Sept 30 - Oct 4 ~ Algebra
In an effort to keep the number of posts down and make it easier to navigate, I'll put making 1 homework post per class per week. I'll add to it daily so as to keep it up to date.
Monday: HW: Pg 260, # 5, 6, 14-17, 25
Tuesday: We began discussing exponential equations today. Homework is an Exponent WS, # 1-4. See me to get a copy of it.
Wednesday: I was out at a training today. The students took notes & worked on the Exponent WS # 5-8
Thursday: We revisited the lessons from yesterday, homework is the same as Wednesday. Basically just gave the students an extra day to work on it.
Friday: Quiz today! We also turned in HW packets for the week and checked Interactive Notebooks. Homework is a WS that deals with the exponential growth of bacteria. See me for another copy.
Monday: HW: Pg 260, # 5, 6, 14-17, 25
Tuesday: We began discussing exponential equations today. Homework is an Exponent WS, # 1-4. See me to get a copy of it.
Wednesday: I was out at a training today. The students took notes & worked on the Exponent WS # 5-8
Thursday: We revisited the lessons from yesterday, homework is the same as Wednesday. Basically just gave the students an extra day to work on it.
Friday: Quiz today! We also turned in HW packets for the week and checked Interactive Notebooks. Homework is a WS that deals with the exponential growth of bacteria. See me for another copy.
Triad 2 ~ Week 2 ~ Sept 30 - Oct 4 ~ Math 8
In an effort to make this easier to navigate, I've decided to just do one post for each week and add to it. Here is the homework for the 2nd week of Triad 2
Monday: Finishing up our square roots lesson, HW: Pg 456 # 25-30, 45, 49-51
Tuesday: We proved the Pythagoren Theorem by cutting triangles They should be in the interactive
notebook. HW: Find the area of the "C" square and how long is 1 side.
Wednesday: I was out at a training today, students began taking notes on the Pythagorean Theorem, HW: Page 467 # 3, 8, 9, 37-40
Thursday: We revisited the notes they took yesterday with some extra examples and explanation. HW is the same as yesterday.
Friday: Quiz today, Square root approximation Worksheet, see me for a copy
Monday: Finishing up our square roots lesson, HW: Pg 456 # 25-30, 45, 49-51
Tuesday: We proved the Pythagoren Theorem by cutting triangles They should be in the interactive
notebook. HW: Find the area of the "C" square and how long is 1 side.
Wednesday: I was out at a training today, students began taking notes on the Pythagorean Theorem, HW: Page 467 # 3, 8, 9, 37-40
Thursday: We revisited the notes they took yesterday with some extra examples and explanation. HW is the same as yesterday.
Friday: Quiz today, Square root approximation Worksheet, see me for a copy
Friday, September 27 ~ Algebra
Quiz today! After the quiz students were able to work on their homework. The worksheet reviews functions. See me to get a copy of it.
Friday, September 27 ~ Math 8
Today we took a quiz. Homework is a worksheet reviewing Integer Multiplication. See me to get a copy of it!
Thursday, September 26, 2013
Thursday, September 26 ~ Algebra
Today we continued our discussion of relations & functions.
Tomorrow's we'll take our quiz as well as be turning in notes and I'll be collecting your interactive notebooks for a quick check!
Homework is Pg 252 # 4, 7, 9, 11-14, 18, 21, 22, 27-29
Tomorrow's we'll take our quiz as well as be turning in notes and I'll be collecting your interactive notebooks for a quick check!
Homework is Pg 252 # 4, 7, 9, 11-14, 18, 21, 22, 27-29
Thursday, September 26 ~ Math 8
We started our discussion on Square roots today. We made a foldable to help you memorize the most common perfect squares.
Tomorrow's quiz will have a few square roots, but they will all be perfect ones!
Homework Pg 456 # 16-19, 24, 41-48
Remember that we'll have a quiz tomorrow as well as all the HW for the week being due & I'll be checking your interactive notebooks.
Tomorrow's quiz will have a few square roots, but they will all be perfect ones!
Homework Pg 456 # 16-19, 24, 41-48
Remember that we'll have a quiz tomorrow as well as all the HW for the week being due & I'll be checking your interactive notebooks.
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
Wednesday, September 25 ~ Algebra
Today we discussed finding solutions to linear equations. On the homework, for numbers 14 - 17, students DO NOT need to graph the equation, they simply need to give me 3 solutions for each equation. This process was demonstrated in class in the notes.
Homework: Pg 268, #6-9, 14-17, 44-48
Finding Solutions to Linear Equations
Homework: Pg 268, #6-9, 14-17, 44-48
Finding Solutions to Linear Equations
Wednesday, September 25 ~ Math 8
Irrational Numbers was our lesson today. We discussed the difference between rational and irrational as well as how to compare them.
Homework: Pg 473 # 12-20, 28-31
Rational Vs Irrational Numbers
Homework: Pg 473 # 12-20, 28-31
Rational Vs Irrational Numbers
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Tuesday, September 24 ~ Algebra 1
Today we reviewed how to rewrite a formula or equation to solve for a variable.
Homework is Pg 170 # 4-7, 18-21, 26-28
5th period has a few more problems to complete due to behavior in class: # 3, 15, 16, 30, 53
Video help with the lesson
Don't forget to wear your AVID & College shirts/hats/lanyard/binders tomorrow to earn some extra credit!
Homework is Pg 170 # 4-7, 18-21, 26-28
5th period has a few more problems to complete due to behavior in class: # 3, 15, 16, 30, 53
Video help with the lesson
Don't forget to wear your AVID & College shirts/hats/lanyard/binders tomorrow to earn some extra credit!
Tuesday, September 24 ~ Math 8
Today we learned about rational numbers! The excitement never ends :)
Homework is Pg 222 # 20-38 even, 57
Don't forget to wear your college or AVID shirts/hats/lanyards/shoes/binders tomorrow to earn extra credit!
Monday, September 23, 2013
Monday, September 23 ~ Algebra 1
Happy first day of Triad 2! Remember that you grades from last triad carry over until the end of the semester. If you had a rough start to the year, be sure to work extra hard this triad to get your grade to where you'd like it to be.
As always, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to send me a text or an email or leave a comment on the blog!
As always, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to send me a text or an email or leave a comment on the blog!
Tonight's homework is Pg 223 # 4, 12-15, 24, 27, 28
Monday, September 23 ~ Math 8
Welcome to Triad 2! Remember that you grades from last triad carry over until the end of the semester. If you had a rough start to the year, be sure to work extra hard this triad to get your grade to where you'd like it to be.
As always, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to send me a text or an email or leave a comment on the blog!
Homework for tonight was Pg 197 # 18-21, 24-27, 32-34, 48, 52
Product of Powers Video
Quotient of Powers Video
As always, if you have any questions, don't hesitate to send me a text or an email or leave a comment on the blog!
Homework for tonight was Pg 197 # 18-21, 24-27, 32-34, 48, 52
Product of Powers Video
Quotient of Powers Video
Friday, September 20, 2013
Friday, September 20 ~ Algebra
Almost everyone finished their Unit 1 test today. Those who didn't can finish it up on Monday.
Homework for the weekend is to create a KWL chart. I'll be collecting these on Monday and saving them for the end of the unit. The topic is linear equations, Graphing , & systems of equations.
On the K(now) column, list everything you know about the column. This is just coming from your head, so there are no right or wrong answers.
In the W(ant to know) column, list everything you want to know about the topic. Again, this is from your own mind, so don't worry about looking up answers.
Leave the L(earn) column blank, we'll fill it out at the end of the unit!
Homework for the weekend is to create a KWL chart. I'll be collecting these on Monday and saving them for the end of the unit. The topic is linear equations, Graphing , & systems of equations.
On the K(now) column, list everything you know about the column. This is just coming from your head, so there are no right or wrong answers.
In the W(ant to know) column, list everything you want to know about the topic. Again, this is from your own mind, so don't worry about looking up answers.
Leave the L(earn) column blank, we'll fill it out at the end of the unit!
Friday, September 20 ~ Math 8
We wrapped up our Unit today. Students who needed to finish the test were given that opportunity. Since we'll be starting our new unit on Monday, we had a rather relaxing day :)
We took a little personality survey & discussed the results and how they affect the way we learn. Homework for the weekend is to make sure their Interactive Notebook pockets are cleaned out & the table of contents is up to date.
We took a little personality survey & discussed the results and how they affect the way we learn. Homework for the weekend is to make sure their Interactive Notebook pockets are cleaned out & the table of contents is up to date.
Thursday, September 19 ~ Algebra & Math 8
All classes took their Unit 1 Test today. Those who didn't finish will have an opportunity to do so on Friday.
Homework was a worksheet review of what we learned. Come see me for the worksheet!
Homework was a worksheet review of what we learned. Come see me for the worksheet!
Wednesday, September 18 ~ Algebra & Math 8
Today, we reviewed for our Unit 1 Test which will be tomorrow! All students are allowed to create a 1/4 page cheat sheet to use on the test.
Your homework is to prepare for the test.
Your homework is to prepare for the test.
Tuesday, September 17 ~ Algebra & Math 8
All classes finished MAP testing today! Homework is 1 side of a worksheet.
Come see me to get the worksheet for your class.
Come see me to get the worksheet for your class.
Monday, September 16, 2013
Monday, September 16 ~ Math 8 & Algebra
All classes began their MAP test today. We will be finishing it tomorrow.
Homework for all classes tonight is to work on any missing work or test corrections which will be due no later than Thursday, September 19.
As Students finish their MAP test, I'm asking them to write them down in their planner.
A score of 230 indicates proficiency in 7th grade math. Please feel free to email me if you have any further questions about the scores.
Homework for all classes tonight is to work on any missing work or test corrections which will be due no later than Thursday, September 19.
As Students finish their MAP test, I'm asking them to write them down in their planner.
A score of 230 indicates proficiency in 7th grade math. Please feel free to email me if you have any further questions about the scores.
Wed - Fri, September 11-13 ~ Algebra 1
This week has flown by!
Wed: Homework, Pg 205 #9-11, 18-22, 49
Thurs: Preparations for Task #2 (see worksheet below)
Friday: In class we worked on Task #2, Parts a, b, c, & e are due Monday, parts D & F are extra credit.
Task 2 Worksheet
Wed: Homework, Pg 205 #9-11, 18-22, 49
Thurs: Preparations for Task #2 (see worksheet below)
Friday: In class we worked on Task #2, Parts a, b, c, & e are due Monday, parts D & F are extra credit.
Task 2 Worksheet
Wed-Fri, September 11-13 ~ Math 8
The majority of our week was spent finishing up our Tasks. Students needed to write their descriptive essay for the project, describing each of the transformations shown on the page. We did at least 1 paragraph in class.
On Friday we self graded the project and then peer graded it as well before turning it in.
As a reminder, all missing work and test corrections are due by THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19.
On Friday we self graded the project and then peer graded it as well before turning it in.
As a reminder, all missing work and test corrections are due by THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Tuesday, September 10 ~ Algebra 1
Today we spent some time working on how to solve a word problem. After that we started the notes on Solving Inequalities. We'll continue those tomorrow
Homework for tonight is Pg 205 # 3-8
Homework for tonight is Pg 205 # 3-8
Tuesday, September 10~ Math 8
We continued working on our essay today. Students had the whole period to work on their final essay as well as finish any parts of the TASK #1 project they needed too.
Task #1 will be turned in tomorrow.
The essay will be turned in as part of the interactive notebook check on Friday.
Task #1 will be turned in tomorrow.
The essay will be turned in as part of the interactive notebook check on Friday.
Monday, September 9, 2013
Monday, September 9 ~ Algebra
We talked about solving equations with variables on both sides of the equation.
Homework is on Pg 149, # 6-11, 18-20, 47, 63
Khan Academy Video on Equations with Variables on Both Sides
Homework is on Pg 149, # 6-11, 18-20, 47, 63
Khan Academy Video on Equations with Variables on Both Sides
Monday, September 9 ~ Math 8
We are working to finish our Projects for this triad! For your final task, you'll need to write a 1-2 page essay describing your paper. Include what sorts of transformations you did (reflection, translation, etc.) and some examples as well.
We started the essay in class. Students need to describe AT LEAST the top row of transformations tonight. We can discuss the column paragraph in class tomorrow.
Here is a basic intro to help you get started.
I began my art project by drawing a right triangle in quadrant 2 of my graph. For the first transformation, I reflected the triangle across the x-axis. This created a mirror image of the original triangle. I found the new points of the vertices of my triangle by keeping the x-value the same and changing the y-value to the opposite. For example, the point B(-3, 1) became B'(-3, -1).
We'll continue working on this tomorrow!
We started the essay in class. Students need to describe AT LEAST the top row of transformations tonight. We can discuss the column paragraph in class tomorrow.
Here is a basic intro to help you get started.
I began my art project by drawing a right triangle in quadrant 2 of my graph. For the first transformation, I reflected the triangle across the x-axis. This created a mirror image of the original triangle. I found the new points of the vertices of my triangle by keeping the x-value the same and changing the y-value to the opposite. For example, the point B(-3, 1) became B'(-3, -1).
We'll continue working on this tomorrow!
Friday, September 6, 2013
Friday, September 6 ~ Algebra 1
It was great to meet so many families last night at Back to School Night! If you didn't make it last night, your student was sent home with a progress report for you to sign and return. It is a homework grade so at the very least, I need a signature that states you know the current math grade.
We took a quiz today and I collected the student's Interactive notebooks to check.
Homework for tonight is Pg 177-178, # 6-26 even.
Have a wonderful Weekend!
We took a quiz today and I collected the student's Interactive notebooks to check.
Homework for tonight is Pg 177-178, # 6-26 even.
Have a wonderful Weekend!
Friday, September 6, ~ MATH 8
It was great to meet so many families last night at Back to School Night! If you didn't make it last night, your student was sent home with a progress report for you to sign and return. It is a homework grade so at the very least, I need a signature that states you know the current math grade.
This weekend's homework is part of your TASK 1 Worksheet #2. You need to add some color to your picture. A minimum of 10 colors need to be used.
Remember that I demonstrated in class how you can add several different colors to each graph by using the lines of the triangles as your guide. Here is an example of something you could do!
This weekend's homework is part of your TASK 1 Worksheet #2. You need to add some color to your picture. A minimum of 10 colors need to be used.
Remember that I demonstrated in class how you can add several different colors to each graph by using the lines of the triangles as your guide. Here is an example of something you could do!
Have a great Weekend!
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Tuesday - Thursday, September 3-5 ~ Algebra 1
I apologize for not getting this updated this week! I'll try to be more on top of it!
This week we focused on solving equations, 1-step, 2-step & multi-step.
Homework is listed below as well as some videos to help you with the concepts.
Tuesday: Pg 128 # 4-14 even, 24-26, 33-35, 53-55
Wednesday: Pg 135: #6-11, 18, 19, 24, 28
Thursday: Pg 141, # 6-8, 19-21, 28-30
1-Step Equations Video
2 Step Equations Video
Multi-Step Equation Video
This week we focused on solving equations, 1-step, 2-step & multi-step.
Homework is listed below as well as some videos to help you with the concepts.
Tuesday: Pg 128 # 4-14 even, 24-26, 33-35, 53-55
Wednesday: Pg 135: #6-11, 18, 19, 24, 28
Thursday: Pg 141, # 6-8, 19-21, 28-30
1-Step Equations Video
2 Step Equations Video
Multi-Step Equation Video
Tuesday - Thursday, September 3-5 ~ Math 8
Wow, I've gotten behind! I apologize for that!
Here is what we've done this week:
Tuesday: Dilations Lesson, For homework, you need to graph 4 shapes and then dilate them using a scale factor.
Wednesday & Thursday: We worked on our 1st Task! The pages are attached, however, if you are struggling, please come and ask for help or stay for Tutoring next week.
Thursday's Homework was to fill out the entire #2 worksheet. Basically, you just need to copy each triangle down in its column or Across in its row. Again, come and see me for help!
Remember, Homework packets & Notes are due tomorrow and we will be having a quiz as well.
Task 1 Worksheet #1
Task 1 Worksheet #2
Here is what we've done this week:
Tuesday: Dilations Lesson, For homework, you need to graph 4 shapes and then dilate them using a scale factor.
Wednesday & Thursday: We worked on our 1st Task! The pages are attached, however, if you are struggling, please come and ask for help or stay for Tutoring next week.
Thursday's Homework was to fill out the entire #2 worksheet. Basically, you just need to copy each triangle down in its column or Across in its row. Again, come and see me for help!
Remember, Homework packets & Notes are due tomorrow and we will be having a quiz as well.
Task 1 Worksheet #1
Task 1 Worksheet #2
Friday, August 30, 2013
Friday, August 30 ~ Algebra 1
Happy Friday!
We took our Quiz & turned in Homework and notes today
Homework is a review of writing expressions & equations. Page 43 # 22-32
Have a great Labor Day Weekend!
We took our Quiz & turned in Homework and notes today
Homework is a review of writing expressions & equations. Page 43 # 22-32
Have a great Labor Day Weekend!
Friday, August 30 ~ Math 8
Happy Friday!
Today we took quiz 1B, turned in our Week 3 homework and I did a quick check of the Interactive Notebooks.
Homework for tonight is on Dilations. We discussed this briefly in class on Thursday and again today. You may find the video below helpful.
Homework is on Pg 750 # 5-7, 26, 27
Have a wonderful 3 Day Weekend!
Dilations Video
Today we took quiz 1B, turned in our Week 3 homework and I did a quick check of the Interactive Notebooks.
Homework for tonight is on Dilations. We discussed this briefly in class on Thursday and again today. You may find the video below helpful.
Homework is on Pg 750 # 5-7, 26, 27
Have a wonderful 3 Day Weekend!
Dilations Video
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Thursday, August 29 ~ Math 8
We finished rotations by talking about a 180 degree rotation Rotations video
Homework is the Rotation Worksheet given in class. See me to get a copy!
Don't forget about mustache day tomorrow! All students who participate will earn 10 bonus points!
Homework is the Rotation Worksheet given in class. See me to get a copy!
Don't forget about mustache day tomorrow! All students who participate will earn 10 bonus points!
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Wednesday, August 28 ~ Algebra 1
Today we spent the class working on Task 1. Your homework is to complete the Task 1 worksheet. You'll be turning this in tomorrow. It is NOT part of this week's homework packet.
Task 1 WS
Task 1 WS
Wednesday, August 28 ~ Math 8
We began our discussion of rotations.
Homework is on Pg 744 in the textbook & 8-12
Homework is on Pg 744 in the textbook & 8-12
Tuesday, August 27 ~ Algebra 1
We reviewed the Distributive Property
Homework is in the textbook Pg 84 # 11-15, &33-38
Homework is in the textbook Pg 84 # 11-15, &33-38
Tuesday, August 27 ~ Math 8
We finished discussing reflections today
HW is the Reflection worksheet
See me to get a copy of the worksheet :)
HW is the Reflection worksheet
See me to get a copy of the worksheet :)
Monday, August 26, 2013
Monday, August 26 ~ Algebra 1
Happy Monday!
Today we reviewed how to write an expression from a verbal phrase. Remember to look in your notes for a list of key words for the various operations.
Homework is Pg 22 # 7-10, 17-21, 24, 25, 40
Today we reviewed how to write an expression from a verbal phrase. Remember to look in your notes for a list of key words for the various operations.
Homework is Pg 22 # 7-10, 17-21, 24, 25, 40
Monday, August 26 ~ Math 8
Week 3 is upon us!
Today we began discussing reflections. Remember to think of a mirror!
Homework is Pg 736 # 6, 11, 12, 14, 15, 33
We'll be continuing to discuss this topic tomorrow!
Today we began discussing reflections. Remember to think of a mirror!
Homework is Pg 736 # 6, 11, 12, 14, 15, 33
We'll be continuing to discuss this topic tomorrow!
Friday, August 23, 2013
Friday, August 23 ~ Algebra
Today we took our first quiz. This week's homework and notes were also turned in to be graded
Homework is in the textbook, Pg 792 Evens
Homework is in the textbook, Pg 792 Evens
Friday, August 23 ~ Math 8
Today, we took a short quiz. This week's homework and notes were turned in as well
Weekend Homework is in the textbook, Pg 774, #1-16
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Thursday, August 22 ~ Algebra
Today's notes dealt with the Order of Operations & evaluating expressions
Homework ~ Textbook page 42, # 5-21
On Friday: Quiz, Interactive Notebook Check, & Homework is due.
Thursday, August 22 ~ Math 8
We continued our lesson on translations today.
Homework was the Translation Worksheet: Translation Worksheet
On Friday, We'll have a short quiz. I'll be checking your Interactive Notebooks and you'll be turning in your homework for the week!
Homework was the Translation Worksheet: Translation Worksheet
On Friday, We'll have a short quiz. I'll be checking your Interactive Notebooks and you'll be turning in your homework for the week!
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
Wednesday, August 21 ~ Algebra 1
Topic: Rates & Estimation
Homework Wednesday Worksheet
Some Helpful Tips: Video
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Homework Wednesday Worksheet
Some Helpful Tips: Video
Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Wednesday, August 21 ~ Math 8
Happy Wednesday!
Today we discussed Translations.
Homework: Textbook Pg 732, # 6, 8, 9, 12, 22-24
Video to help you out!
Translations
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Today we discussed Translations.
Homework: Textbook Pg 732, # 6, 8, 9, 12, 22-24
Video to help you out!
Translations
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Tuesday, August 20 ~ Algebra 1
Sorry, I didn't get this up on Tuesday..I promise to do better :)
Topic: Finding Area with different units
Homework: Tuesday Worksheet
Helpful Videos:
Area Video for Parallelogram
Triangle Area VideoTrapezoid Area Video
Topic: Finding Area with different units
Homework: Tuesday Worksheet
Helpful Videos:
Area Video for Parallelogram
Triangle Area VideoTrapezoid Area Video
Tuesday, August 20 ~ Math 8
Oops! I got a little distracted yesterday and never got this post put up
Topic: Similar Figures
Homework: Textbook Pg 291, # 9-12, 16, 17, 20, 30
Helpful Video: Similar Figures
Topic: Similar Figures
Homework: Textbook Pg 291, # 9-12, 16, 17, 20, 30
Helpful Video: Similar Figures
Monday, August 19, 2013
Monday, August 19 ~ Algebra 1
Lesson: Converting Measurement Units
Homework: Textbook Page 295, # 1-21 odd
Helpful Tips: Khan Academy Video on Converting Measurements
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Monday, August 19 ~ Math 8
Lesson: Congruent Figures
Homework: Textbook Page 291, #7, 8, 13-15, 24-28
Helpful tips: Congruent means same size and shape.
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Homework: Textbook Page 291, #7, 8, 13-15, 24-28
Helpful tips: Congruent means same size and shape.
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Friday, August 16, 2013
Friday, August 16 ~ Algebra 1
We took a Pre-Skills Test in class today
Homework is in the Textbook: Page 188, #1, 3-10. If you are having trouble remembering any of the steps. Look for page numbers near the questions. They'll point you in the right direction and give you some hints.
Have a fabulous weekend!
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Homework is in the Textbook: Page 188, #1, 3-10. If you are having trouble remembering any of the steps. Look for page numbers near the questions. They'll point you in the right direction and give you some hints.
Have a fabulous weekend!
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Friday, August 16 ~ Math 8
We took a skills Pre-Test today in class.
Homework is in the textbook: Page 4 #1-10. If you are having trouble with any of the concepts on the page, there are reference pages too look at to help you out.
Have a wonderful weekend!
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Homework is in the textbook: Page 4 #1-10. If you are having trouble with any of the concepts on the page, there are reference pages too look at to help you out.
Have a wonderful weekend!
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Thursday, August 15, 2013
Thursday, August 15 ~ Algebra & Math 8
Students received Class Policies today
Signed page needs to be back to me by next Wednesday. Students bringing it in before Wednesday will receive 10 Extra Credit Points! All returned papers will also receive a homework pass!
We Also got started on our interactive notebooks. Students received a folder, they are welcome to use their own as well.
Homework tonight:
1) Decorate the cover of your Interactive Notebook
~No inappropriate artwork
~ Must have the title of your class somewhere on the cover
2) Number the pages in your Interactive Notebook
~The first page is (1) number both sides. Odd numbers should be on the right, evens on the left
Have a great Day!
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Signed page needs to be back to me by next Wednesday. Students bringing it in before Wednesday will receive 10 Extra Credit Points! All returned papers will also receive a homework pass!
We Also got started on our interactive notebooks. Students received a folder, they are welcome to use their own as well.
Homework tonight:
1) Decorate the cover of your Interactive Notebook
~No inappropriate artwork
~ Must have the title of your class somewhere on the cover
2) Number the pages in your Interactive Notebook
~The first page is (1) number both sides. Odd numbers should be on the right, evens on the left
Have a great Day!
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Classroom Policies
This was sent home with students today. Please be sure to click the appropriate link for your class.
Algebra 1 Policies
Math 8 Policies
Algebra 1 Policies
Math 8 Policies
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
Wednesday, August 14 ~ Math 8 & Algebra
Today we learned more about the members of our class by sharing our "2 Truths & a Lie"
Homework for tonight is the Time Capsule Activity Worksheet. This is due TOMORROW (Thursday 8-15-13)
Time Capsule Activity
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Homework for tonight is the Time Capsule Activity Worksheet. This is due TOMORROW (Thursday 8-15-13)
Time Capsule Activity
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Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Keeping In Touch
Ways to keep in contact with me!
Email: mburton@hemetusd.k12.ca.us or mathwithburton@gmail.com
Phone/text: 951-290-3968
Aeries: https://pabi.hemetusd.k12.ca.us/abi/loginhome.asp set up your account and view student grades
Text Alerts: Receive text alerts from me several times a week with updates regarding homework, tests & general announcements. Text the appropriate message to the following number to sign up for alerts.
Text to this number For this class This Message
704-751-1946 Algebra 1 (Period 3 & 5) - @burton-alg
Math 8 (Periods 1 & 6) - @BurtonMath
And of course you can keep checking this blog for updates. My goal is to update it daily! Let me know if you have any questions!
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Email: mburton@hemetusd.k12.ca.us or mathwithburton@gmail.com
Phone/text: 951-290-3968
Aeries: https://pabi.hemetusd.k12.ca.us/abi/loginhome.asp set up your account and view student grades
Text Alerts: Receive text alerts from me several times a week with updates regarding homework, tests & general announcements. Text the appropriate message to the following number to sign up for alerts.
Text to this number For this class This Message
704-751-1946 Algebra 1 (Period 3 & 5) - @burton-alg
Math 8 (Periods 1 & 6) - @BurtonMath
And of course you can keep checking this blog for updates. My goal is to update it daily! Let me know if you have any questions!
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Tuesday, August 13, 2013 ~ MATH 8 & ALGEBRA
All students received their textbooks today.
The books can stay at home! I have a set of books in my classroom that we can use for classwork as necessary.
Please remember to keep the books in excellent condition. If you find anything majorly wrong with your book, please bring it to Mrs. Schwab in the Library by Monday, August 19 so she can note the damage and not hold you responsible for it. Any damage found after Monday will be your responsibility.
Homework tonight was pretty simple
1) Look through your textbook for any issues (torn pages, markings that make it unusable, inappropriate language, etc).
2) On a piece of paper, write 2 statements that are true about you & 1 statement that is false. Periods 5 & 6 had the reverse (2 lies & 1 truth). We'll be sharing them in class on Wednesday to get to know each other better.
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The books can stay at home! I have a set of books in my classroom that we can use for classwork as necessary.
Please remember to keep the books in excellent condition. If you find anything majorly wrong with your book, please bring it to Mrs. Schwab in the Library by Monday, August 19 so she can note the damage and not hold you responsible for it. Any damage found after Monday will be your responsibility.
Homework tonight was pretty simple
1) Look through your textbook for any issues (torn pages, markings that make it unusable, inappropriate language, etc).
2) On a piece of paper, write 2 statements that are true about you & 1 statement that is false. Periods 5 & 6 had the reverse (2 lies & 1 truth). We'll be sharing them in class on Wednesday to get to know each other better.
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Welcome Back!
Welcome back to Diamond Valley!
I hope you all had an excellent summer & are ready to get back to school!
I am excited to get to know each one of you and I look forward to our time together. Let me tell you a bit about myself.
This is my 8th year at DVMS and this year I'm teaching all 8th grade math as well as ASB/Leadership. I enjoy traveling with my hubby (we celebrated our 6th anniversary on the first day of school!), camping, wakeboarding and being with my family. I'm originally from Washington state and enjoy going home for visits when I can.
I graduated from Walla Walla University (so nice they named it twice) in 2005 with an education degree and I finished my Masters in Math Education in 2010 at Lesley University.
This is my first year having a classroom blog and I'll do my best to keep up updated and to answer any questions you have for me.
Since I have 2 classes, I'll be putting 2 entries in each day. Please be aware of which post you are looking at and make sure you get the right one for your class!
Lets have a fantastic year!
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