Please bookmark this site. It will be a major tool for us to communicate
with
each other.
Quality work is recognized in my class. I award certificates and prizes.
In my class homework counts once, tests and projects also count twice, and
quizzes count once.
We are using a new computer program called iTeacher
If you have any questions, please e-mail me at varieurj@kingphilip.org
My extra-help is held on Tuesdays and when needed.
These are my recommendations for improvement (only items checked)
Stay after school for help
Improve work and study habits
Spend more time on homework
Use class time more efficiently
Prepare assignments on time
Participate more in class
Pay attention in class
Algebra Checklist for the notebook
Week of Sept. 9th
Class rules
Order of operations
Exponents
Week of Sept.16th
Volume formulas
Powerpoint projects started in class
Shrimp Yogurt Activity
Week of Sept. 23rd
Did 1.6 Tables and Graphs
Graphing a function explained
Week of Sept.30th
Chp 2 starts The Real Number Line
Venn Diagram explaining our number system
ws 2.1 and 2.2
Week of Oct. 7th
Cooperative learning activity on real number line graphs
Started subtraction of real numbers
Week of Oct. 14th
Started matrices
Did Mult. of real numbers
Week of Oct. 21st
Distributive property explained
Notes on 2.7
Probability discussed-Pascal's Traingle explained
Week of Oct. 28th
Continued 2.8 notes
Chp.3 started
Went to Tri-County on Friday 10-28
Week of November 4th
Phantom video shown
Did 3.2 notes
Did 3.3 notes multi-step equations
Equations with variables on both sides
Week of Nov. 11th
Did notes 3.4 linear equations and problem solving
Notes on 3.5
Veteran's Day-no school
Week of November 18th
Notes on 3.5 and 3.6
Week of Nov.23
Notes 3.7 and 3.8
Rates, ratios, and percents
NEXT NOTEBOOK QUIZ WILL COVER MATERIAL LISTED BELOW THIS LINE
Week of Dec. 2nd
Started chp.4 Scatterplots
Started graphing linear equations
Week of Dec. 9th
Taught quick graphs using x and y-intercepts
Started slope-explained project
Took a test on chp.3
Week of Dec. 16th
Notes section 4.5
Section 4.6 notes
Week of Dec. 22nd
We went to see a play in boston
Notes on 4.7
Played computer games like Lemonade Stand
Week of January 6th
Notes on section 4.8
Started chp.5
Did 5.1 writing linear equations in slope-intercept form
Week of January 13th
Notes on section 5.2-writing a linear equation given 2 points
Week of January 20th
Continued section 5.3
Notes on section 5.4
Week of January 27th
Continued 5.4 -Lines of Best Fit
Did 5.5 and 5.6-the standard form of a line
Week of February 3rd
Notes on 5.7
Week of February 10th
Started chp 6 -linear inequalities
Did section 6.2
Did the online test on chp.5
The TERM 4 notebook quiz will cover material listed below this line.
Week on Feb.17th
Started notes on 6.3
notes on 6.5-graphing linear inequalities in 2 variables
Test on chp 5 took place
Week of March 3rd
Did 6.4 reteaching
notes on stem and leaf diagrams
mean,median, mode
reviwed graphing linear inequalities
Week of March 10th
Notes on 6.6
Started notes on 7.1
Week of March 17th
Pi Day activities
Sample test chp6
Notes on 7.3
Week of March 24th
Real test chp6
Talked about 7.2 substitution method
Week of March 31st
Did 7.5 special types of linear systems
Week of April7th
Notes on 7.6
Started chp 8
Week of April 13th
Notes on 8.2
Talked about exponents
The Day Before Thanksgiving Break we always have the Monopoly Championship.
The Monopoly Championship Rules-Occurs the day before Thanksgiving vacation.
Put 2 five hundred dollar bills in Free Parking
Player with the highest roll of the dice goes first
Each player gets 2 $500 bills 2 $100 bills 2 $50 bills 6 $20 bills
5 tens 5 ones 5 fives
The player with the most money and property at the end of the game is the
winner.
You cannot build houses or hotels until you own all the properties in a
given
color group.
If you roll doubles you roll again-roll doubles three times in a row and to
jail you will go. You can get out of jail by skipping your turn and paying
$50 or by getting a Get of Jail Free card.
Course Descriptions:
Math grade 8 - Students follow organized procedures to
solve problems correctly and to justify their solutions. Their methodologies
and terminology are accurate, appropriate, insightful, and creative. The
work
is persuasive through the use of precise mathematical language as students
discuss and write their procedures and solutions.
A variety of explanatory tools are used to make convincing arguments. Facts
and arguments are appropriate to the subject or topic. Verbal and algebraic
models, appropriate materials, and a variety of approaches to solve a
problem.
Through real world problems and applications, students understand
connections
between mathematics and other subject areas.
Algebra One- Grade Eight
During this course, students will apply algebra to real life problems. They
will interpret data from tables, charts, and graphs. Students will
recognize
the four basic functions: linear,quadratic, absolute value, and
exponential.
Students will transform equations through symbolic manipulations. Students
will use scientific calculators and computers to aid in higher level
thinking
problems. They will be assessed through tests, quizzes, nightly
homework,projects, and classroom observations.
Students should be self-motivated and be able to work independently. They
should exhibit mathematical curiosity and insightful thinking. It is
expected
that students will choose an appropriate problem solving strategy in order
to
complete tests and quizzes during given time constraints.
Prerequisite: Mastery of ractions, decimals, percents, one and two step
equations, and integers is required upon the completion of grade seven.
Homework Policy-
Nightly homework will be given. Students should check my website on
TeacherWeb.com. Late work will not receive credit unless the student was
absent. Please refer to Student& Parent Handbook pages 12 and 13.
Grading Policy-
Homework average counts once.
Tests and Major Projects count twice
Quizzes and mini-projects count once.
Classroom policies-
1. We follow the school rules found in the KPNMS Handbook.
2. It is the student's responsiblity to be in their chair when the tardy
bell
rings and prepared to begin class with all necessary supplies which include
a
folder, Math book, organizer, #2 pencil, grading pen or pencil.
3. Each student is to record their daily assignments in their organizer.
4. If a student is having difficulty, they need to ask for help. I will be
more than happy to help after school.
5. Students need to use the restroom between classes or ask to do so
immediately at the beginning of class.
6. If you are absent you must check Teacherweb.com or phone a friend for the
assignments .
7. Students are to be respectful to each other, teachers, principal, and
others who work in our building. Putdowns and bad language are not
acceptable. Bad language, chewing gum or candy are automatic discipline
write-
ups which go immediately to the office.
8. Raise your hand when you wish to speak.
9. Follow directions given by the teacher.
10. Sharpen all pencils prior to the tardy bell.
11. Do not ask to be excused from class unless it is an extreme emergency.
12. Telephone usage must be approved by the teacher.
13. No unauthorized food shall be allowed in my class...gum, chips, sodas
etc... only food and drink brought in by teacher will be allowed.
14. Bring materials to class at all times; no one shall be allowed to go to
their locker.
15. All disturbances shall be dealt with according to the KPN Student
Handbook.
