Sunday, November 29, 2009

8-1 Chapter 7

Begin studying Chapter 7.
  • Angles
  • Triangles
  • Quadrilaterals
  • Area
  • Percent of Error
  • Volume
  • Surface Area

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Purple Comet

Look at problems from old contests.
http://purplecomet.org/home/home

Monday, November 23, 2009

Angles Involving Parallel Lines

http://www.regentsprep.org/Regents/math/geometry/GP8/Lparallel.htm

Linear Pair
If two angles form a linear pair, then the measures of the angles add up to 180°.

Vertical Angle
If two angles are vertical angles, then they have equal measures (are congruent).

Corresponding Angles
If two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, then corresponding angles are congruent.

Alternate Interior Angles
If two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, then alternate interior angles are congruent.

Alternate Exterior Angles
If two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, then alternate exterior angles are congruent.

Adding and Subtracting Polynomials:

Adding and Subtracting Polynomials:
1. Make up two addition or subtraction problems.
2. Represent using algebra tiles.
3. Find the sum or difference.
4. Explain how you found your answer. (Be sure to edit and proof read your answer. Check spelling and grammar.) Include appropriate vocabulary.
5. Check your answer to make sure it is mathematically accurate.
6. Include Title.
7. Name. Class.
8. Project should be creative, organized and neat.
9. Self evaluation. Checklist and Comments.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

8-6/8-7/8-11 Review Sheet

Be sure you are able to answer all the questions on the review sheets. Click on the image to enlarge.











Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Open School Tonight

It was a pleasure meeting everyone tonight. If you were unable to attend open school this evening and you would like to discuss your child's progress please call me at the school.


Regards.

Translating Verbal Phrases Practice

If you are having difficulty with translating verbal phrases please review the links below:

http://www.studyzone.org/mtestprep/topic8.cfm?TopicID=453

http://www.studyzone.org/mtestprep/topic8.cfm?TopicID=452

Monday, November 16, 2009

Multiplication Games

Have fun while practicing your multiplication!
http://www.multiplication.com/interactive_games.htm

Sunday, November 15, 2009

Next Test

8-6/ 8-7 Test on Friday

8-11 Test next Monday

  • Translating verbal phrases into equations, inequalities and expressions
  • Adding and Subtracting polynomials
  • Adding and Subtracting polynomials using algebra tile
  • Classifying polynomials

8-1 Test next Wednesday

Chapter 5 Polynomials

  • Adding and Subtracting polynomials
  • Adding and Subtracting polynomials using algebra tile
  • Classifying polynomials
  • Multiplying and Dividing polynomials
  • Scientific Notation

Be sure to study!

Parent Teacher Conference

Tuesday, November 17th
12:30- 2:30
5:30- 8:00

I am look forward to seeing you!

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Math Assessment

You can review the results of all the math assessments you will take this year at https://nyc-acuity.mcgraw-hill.com/

In most cases your USERNAME is your first and last name (without any spaces). Your PASSWORD is your Student ID number. You can find your student ID number on your report card. (Please see me if you are unable to obtain this number.)

The grades for the assessment that you took this week should be available in approximately two weeks. According to Acuity the Levels are broken down as follows: Tier 1 ( 0-25%), Tier 2 ( 26-50%), Tier 3 ( 51-75%), and Tier 4 (76-100%).

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Notebook Check

Please evaluate your own math binder. In addition, please ask your parent or guardian to evaluate it as well. One point for each item. (The highest grade you can receive is a 4.) At the bottom of the page include any additional comments you would like to add.

Self Guardian

Classwork Section
Homework Section
All note are written in pencil and binder is organized.
All notes have school heading, Aim or use the HW format.
Total _______ ________
Signature x______ x _______
Comments:

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Assessment- Bring in Pencils!


Acuity Assessment this week.

Remember to bring in at least two #2 sharpened pencils.
Review your notes.

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Good Luck on the SHSAT!!


Thursday, November 5, 2009

Organize your Notebook

Please be sure to organize your notebook. You should have two math sections: classwork and homework. In addition, be sure all your notes have the school heading and the Aim.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Reminder Quiz

8-6/ 8-7 Quiz on Friday
8-11 Quiz on Tuesday

Be sure to study!

8.A.1 Translate verbal sentences into algebraic inequalities
8.A.2 Write verbal expressions that match given mathematical expressions

Translating verbal phrases into:

  • expressions and equations
  • inequalities

Review the links below for extra practice.

http://www.studyzone.org/mtestprep/topic8.cfm?TopicID=453
http://www.studyzone.org/mtestprep/topic8.cfm?TopicID=452