Math 6

We are beginning our unit on Fractions.  We will be taking the skills that we learned about GCF/LCM and applying them to help us with fraction operations.  This week we will focus on addition and subtraction of fractions.  There are not any tests or quizzes this week.  Extra help is on Mondays at 7:30 AM.

 

Math 7

We have been working on our first unit Integers and Rational Numbers. Thus far, we reviewed how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide positive and negative rational numbers, which involves decimals and fractions.  Please make sure that your child has memorized their rational number rules.  We also created a chart in class to help the students pick out key words which will tell them what operation to use when solving application problems.  This chart should also be memorized.  We will be reviewing for our Unit 1 Test on the above mentioned topics this week.  The test is Thursday, 10/17.     Extra help is on Mondays at 7:30 AM.

 

Pre-Algebra

We are finishing up our unit on Scientific Notation.  We have explored the purpose of scientific notation and how to write numbers using it, as well as how to convert numbers back to their standard form.  We also learned to compare and order numbers in scientific notation, as well as how to add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers written in scientific notation.  This week we will be reviewing this unit and the test on the above mentioned topics will be on Thursday, 10/17.  

 

Algebra

This week we are continuing with chapter 5.  We have explored rate of change, slope patterns of different lines, and how to calculate slope.  Students also learned different methods to graph a line such as: using a table, using x and y intercepts, slope intercept form and point slope form.  There will be a quiz on the above mentioned topics on Wednesday, 10/16.   The remainder of the week will focus on writing equations when given two points and exploring specific patterns of parallel and perpendicular lines.  Extra help is by appointment.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at [email protected].

 

Reminders:  The last day to wear shorts and sneakers has been extended to October 31st.

No School:  Monday, October 14 (Columbus Day)