Assignment and Information for the Week of 12/17/07

This week we continue Frogs, Fleas and Painted Cubes, which is a look at Quadratic Functions. Last week we looked and graphs and tables and found some of the characteristics of Quadratics. Now we will look at creating the equations. Again we will use our knowledge of Area and Perimeter to help us out. Remember to keep your binder organized. Think of it as your Math Brain, which if cluttered will not function well. Please submit all assignments timely to ensure the highest level of credit.

12/17/07 Begin Investigation 1.3 - Writing an Equation
Homework: Page 13 #6

12/18/07 Finish Investigation 1.3 - Writing an Equation
Homework: Page 14 #7-8

12/19/07 Mathematical Reflection and Quiz preparation
Today we will reflect on the work we have done in Investigation 1. Binders will be checked for organization and content and we will have some problems to work on as a group with the goal of being well-prepared for Thursday's Quiz.

12/20/07 Investigation 1 QUIZ

12/21/07 Begin Investigation 2.1 - Trading Land

Have a great break and I'll see you next year!!

Assignment and Information for the Week of 12/10/07

This week we begin Frogs, Fleas and Painted Cubes, which is a look at Quadratic Functions. Similar to the Linear and Exponential Functions we have encountered, we will examine the graphs, tables, and equations of this new concept. Using our knowledge of Area and Perimeter our first investigation will help us create the first series of data to examine. Remember to keep your binder organized. Think of it as your Math Brain, which if cluttered will not function well. Please submit all assignments timely to ensure the highest level of credit.

12/10/07 Investigation 1.1 - Staking a Claim
Homework: Page 11 #1-2

12/11/07 Begin Investigation 1.2 - Reading Graphs and Tables
Homework: Page 11 #3, Page 16 #17-18, & #24-25

12/12/07 ACT EXPLORE Testing.
Today you will take an ACT preparation test. This is is a district wide assessment aimed at preparing students for standardized college entrance testing which occurs in high school. Therefore no classes today...and no homework either.

12/13/07 Finish Investigation 1.2 - Reading Graphs and Tables

12/14/07 Begin Investigation 1.3 - Writing and Equation

Have a great week!!

Assignment and Information for the Week of 12/3/07

This week of classes we will complete Growing, Growing, Growing, and finish our work on the concept of Exponential Decay. We will adjust our focus from Growth Factors and Rates to Change Factors and Change Rates. Remember this is the first week of the marking period, get it off to a great start by organizing your notes and binders in preparation for the UNIT TEST later in the week. Please submit all assignments timely to ensure the highest level of credit.

12/03/07 Finish Unit Project - Half-life.
Finding the Equation

12/04/07 Unit Test Review

12/05/07 Unit Test
Remember you can use your notes and anything else in the classroom (other than brains that are not yours) to help you to be successful on the test.

12/06/07 Finish Unit Test

12/07/07 Unit Test return and Textbook exchange.
Today we will get ready for Frogs, Fleas, and Painted Cubes.


Have a great week!!