Homework for Thursday, 12/16

Trans Math:  ws pg 78 - Evaluating Expressions with Integers
*Be sure to complete this worksheet exactly how we went over in class:
-- in the blank next to each equation, you need to rewrite the equation WITH the variable(s) replaced.
-- then rewrite if necessary and SOLVE below the line.
-- CIRCLE your answer.
-- you MAY use another sheet of paper for your equations and write the solution in the blank instead, but I MUST be able to see how you replaced those variables.
*Finish up any papers you would like to redo and missing assignments tonight so you can head into break a free person!
QUIZ BOWL tomorrow - invite your parents!
Due: Friday

Pre-Algebra:  Test Corrections
*Note the new format: the inequality you missed must be rewritten in the first "work" space, then the new number line in the "work" space below it.
*Retests will be given the latter half of the first week in January during ONE gruel period.  Choose your retest options wisely; you may retest up to 92%.
*POD party and Battleship tomorrow!
Due: Friday

Homework for Wednesday, 12/15

Trans Math:  Mult & Div Negs #1
*Today you received your first assignment for multiplying and dividing negative integers. 
*You are to choose any 6 rows (except "A") to complete for a total of 18 problems. 
*If you need help remembering the rules, please click on the Mo'Help button above and select "Multiplying and Dividing Negatives" from the options on that page.

*Due: Thursday

Pre-Algebra:  No math homework tonight
*Use this spare time to memorize your "Warm Fire Passage" for L.A.
*Test corrections and Battleship tomorrow!

Homework for Tuesday, 12/14

Trans Math:  Subtracting Negatives #4
*There are a lot of different versions of this assignment, so I cannot post all of them here.  If you lost yours, you will need to pick a new one up in class Wednesday.
*Hints:  first rewrite your equations if you need to, then commute and associate, then get your cowboys figured out.

*Due: Wednesday

Pre-Algebra:  Pre-test Choice
1) Solving multi-step inequalities ws
     *correct online here:  Multi-step inequalities key
2) Quizlet: two-step inequalities (this is your ONLY option in the test format)
     *turn in a copy of your test with corrections.
Mr. Kenis and I have not made up our minds about retesting, but we do know that you will not have the option of retaking this test up to 100%.  We want you to take this test seriously and set a good foundation for the coming chapters.  STUDY and practice what you need to do.  Nothing keeps you from doing the worksheet AND practicing on Quizlet...
Due: Wednesday - 5 points corrected & turned in before the test, 3 points if turned in late corrected, 3 points if turned in on time uncorrected, 1 point if late and uncorrected.

Homework for Monday, 12/13

Happy Birthday to Mr. Gacek!  (the man, not the chicken)

Trans Math: Real Life Negatives B
**NOTE!  When you get to problem #2, you will notice that the car reverses and there is no number.  Please use the number "4" for this value.**
*We talked a lot today about showing your work, so please do!
*Organize, organize, organize.
Copy of the worksheet:  Real Life Negs B
Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 158, 13 - 26
*Please include graphs where it asks you to.
Due: Tuesday
Coming this week:  Tuesday - Choice homework with corrections, Wednesday - Chapter 3.5 Test, Thursday - Test Corrections, Friday - ?

Homework for Thursday, 12/9

Trans Math:  None
*Be prepared to draw a solution to your group problem tomorrow!

Pre-Algebra:  pg 157, 25 - 34
*3.6 review of multi-step inequalities
*Don't give up on problem #34!  This is an example of how inequalities are used.  It's not enough just to be able to number crunch.

Due: Friday

Mo'Pardy Monday, Chapter 3 part 2 test Wednesday.

Homework for Wednesday, 12/8

Trans Math: Subtracting Negatives #2
*You should have received 1 of 3 assignments today that continues practice subtracting negatives.
*If you need help, please refer to the Mo'Help button and select the "How to subtract negative integers" option on that page.
*Keep track of your cowboys!!!!
*Absent?  Click here:  Subtracting Negs: more practice

Due Thursday although there is no regular math class.

*You will turn this in before your science field trip; there will be no math homework on Thursday.

Pre-Algebra:  pg 156, 13 - 24 with graphs.
*This is your review for 3.4 and 3.5.

Due Thursday

*The second half of the Chapter 3 test will be next Wednesday, December 15.

*If you know you will be gone next Wednesday, you will need to take the test BEFORE break. 

*Retests will be AFTER winter break. 

Homework for Tuesday, 12/7

Trans Math: Naming Integers ws
*Use what you know about positives and negatives to identify what these numbers would be.
*Identify both the number and whether or not it is positive or negative.  Example: +4 or -4.
Here is the worksheet:   Naming Integers ws
*Due Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: Practice ws 3.6
*Practice like crazy people and be careful!  We want to be sure you are understanding these and not just making arithmetic mistakes.
*There is also already a Quizlet option for inequalities.
*I am unable to scan and have this worksheet available online.
*We are still deciding when the test for the second half of Chapter 3 will be...
*Due Wednesday

Homework for Monday, 12/6

Trans Math: Subtracting Negatives
*Now we're looking at subtracting negatives in equations.
*A double negative means, "DON'T do THAT." (or in other words, just add!)
If you need more help with these, please go to the Mo'Help button at the top of this page and select "How to Subtract Negative Integers" from the menu on that page.
*If you were absent today, your worksheet is here:
    *Subtraction of Negatives ws
Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 151, 10 - 22 WITH graphs.
*Solving equations with variables on both sides.
*Be sure to do your steps in the correct order.  Your book is a good resource for this if you have questions.
*I recommend checking your answers ... but then I always do.
Due: Tuesday

Homework for Thursday, 12/2

Trans Math: Adding Negatives: Regrouping ws
*For problems 5 - 11, you MUST show the steps as given in the example: 1) regroup, 2) solve within the parentheses ONLY, then 3) rewrite & solve the equation.
*Today you do it, "My wayyyy...."
Worksheet:  Adding Negatives: Regrouping

Due: Friday

Pre-Algebra: 3.5 worksheet
*More practice with solving inequalities using multiplication/division.
*I do not have an electronic copy of this ws.

Due: Friday

Homework for Wednesday, 12/1

Trans Math:  Real Life Negs 1
*It's time to enter the "real world" of negative numbers.
*Equations are less important at this time than just answering the questions.  Think about what makes sense.
*I do not have an electronic copy of this assignment; you will need to pick one up in class.
Due: Thursday

Pre-Algebra: pg 146, 12 - 27
*Solving AND graphing inequalities
*Don't "forget" what the evil negative does when traveling in multiplication or division...
*Any problems missed on tonight's homework will require you to TEST your wrong solution in the equation before you make your corrections.  Be careful!
Due: Thursday

Homework for Tuesday, 11/30

Trans Math: Adding Negatives ws
*You received one of two homework assignments involving the addition of negative integers.
*Remember to think in terms of your positives (good cowboys) and negatives (bad cowboys) and who will be left standing at the end of your equation.
*Since the homework varies, you will have to wait until class to pick up your worksheet from me.
Due: Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 141 continued...
*Tonight: graph your answers to problems 21 - 32 like we did in class.  If you need help remembering how to do this, please click on the Mo'Help button at the top of this blog and then select the "graphing inequalities" option.
*Tonight: also complete AND graph problems 33 - 37.
Due: Wednesday

Homework for Monday, 11/29

Welcome to the new trimester!

Trans Math: Commuting & Associating with Negs ws
*Remember, we're NOT writing equations, we are just moving our chips around.
*Be sure to read the directions carefully and FOLLOW THEM.
*If you were absent today, click the link for the worksheet.
Commuting and Associating Negs ws
Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra:  pg 141, 12 - 32
*You do NOT need to graph your solutions today.
*My advice?  Check a number that you think will work in the equation and see if it does ... just advice, but if you follow it, you should know when you have the correct answers.  Seriously.
*These aren't easy the first times through, so take your time and check your answers.  Not required, just highly recommended.  (see above, I just felt like repeating it because it's such great advice)
Due: Tuesday

Winter Schedules online

If you haven't looked yet, you can see your winter schedules online.
*Go to your Teacherease account and select Classes/Subjects.  It should all be there!
*If you notice anything wrong with your schedule, you can even let me know before Monday so I can take care of it asap.
*And yes, band is now on Tuesdays and Thursdays...

Homework Update for the even longer Thanksgiving Weekend

Dearest students ...
Fortunately, we had finished the work we needed to finish for the fall trimester before school was canceled today.  The only thing some of you may be worried about are redoes and/or retests.  Here is the way I am handling things:

Trans Math: You had nothing new "due."
*To guarantee assignments would be counted in the fall trimester, they had to be turned in LAST Friday, November 19.  Consequently, unless you have compelling reasons for needing those extra points, I don't really have the extra time to correct and reenter these new grades.  You will only see the cumulative grade on your report card.
*Please check Teacherease and determine whether or not it is important for you to negotiate getting extra time to turn in any late, redone, and/or missing assignments.  Most of your grades WILL NOT change significantly at this point anyway.  Again, on your report card you will only see your final grade and the new overall comment that I will enter for you.
*The grading for the paper airplane experiment (the part that we were able to finish) is complete. The grades you now see in Teacherease are yours!  

Pre-Algebra: Retests will be WEDNESDAY in Gruel.
*Pre-Algebra grades should be complete EXCEPT for retests.
*However, please consider how the retest will impact your overall grade and, consequently, whether or not it is necessary to retest.  It is most important that you understand your mistakes at this time, not that you make up an extra percentage point or two.
*HOWEVER ... I know that some of you are on the brink of the grade you have been working for and I certainly want you to be able to retest.  Just let me know!
***Chapter 3 mid-chapter practice test is on Quizlet!***
*We will begin lesson 3.4 on Monday morning.

Happiest of Thanksgivings to all of you -
Mo ;-)

Homework for Monday, 11/22?

Trans Math: Nada
*It's the end of the trimester; make sure all of your assignments are in!

Pre-Algebra:  Test Corrections
*You may retest the half-test in Gruel Tuesday (if there is school) or Monday (if there is not or if you are in drama Thursday)
*DUE: Tuesday!

Weekend Notes

Check back here for updates.  I'm working hard this weekend to get everything updated as soon as possible.  For now ...

(Updated 7:30 p.m. Saturday)

Trans Math:

*Your retest scores have been updated and posted.  However, there ARE a few of you that I haven't calculated your new averages yet as I do not have your original scores.  If your test does not say that it reflects your retest, then it doesn't yet!
*I am continuing to work on redoes and late papers intermittently.

(Updated 4:01 p.m. Friday)

Pre-Algebra: 

*Mo's test scores have been posted.  It's a half test, so it's worth half (50) the points (of the usual 100)
*Although overall you did brilliantly (3 at 100%!) I WILL offer a retest on Tuesday.  It will not take up much of the period though, so we will play battleship with the remainder of the time.
*Mr. Kenis is upstairs at Math Counts right now while I type.  He said that he will have his half-tests posted by Sunday and he will be retesting on Tuesday as well.

Homework for Thursday, 11/18

Well, well, well ... it's almost the end of the trimester and math homework is drawing to a close.  Please make sure to check Teacherease late on Sunday and see if you have all of your assignments in.  Any questions you have should be brought to class on Monday so that we can take care of business by Tuesday at the latest.

Trans Math:  From Top to Bottom ws
*Review of central tendencies; don't forget to show/include your work!
*Due Friday
Retest in class first period Friday.  Come prepared with something else to do too.

Pre-Algebra: Mid-chapter quiz, pg 137, 1 - 15
*This is pretty much what your test will look like, so do well!
*You need to check your work and make corrections
*Mid Chapter Quiz key
*There is also the Quizlet option; just select the Mid-Chapter Quiz 3 and then select the "test" option.  Print off your test results for your assignment tomorrow. 
(You're welcome, Jay)
*Due Friday
Half-test in class on Friday.  Come prepared with something else (quiet) to do by yourself.

Homework for Wednesday, 11/17

I hope you all had a fun day with Jeff today!

Trans Math: Perimeter worksheet
*If you need to look up some definitions of polygons (for how many sides they have), feel free!

*Due Thursday

****Retest Friday****

Pre-Algebra:  pg 134, 11 - 22.
*This is what I remember from the 3.3 section.  Since I wasn't in class today, I'm just remembering what I remember ... rather than from experience.
*Still can't find my book.  Please let me know if anyone remembers this assignment differently.

*Due Thursday

****Half-Test Friday****

Homework for Tuesday, 11/16

Trans Math: Extreme Achievements ws
*Use the table to solve the problems on the second page.
*Sometimes you will need to convert seconds to minutes, etc ... be careful!
*Answers should be given as decimals, not fractions, if needed.
Due: Wednesday
*Don't forget the retest is this Friday morning, in class.

Pre-Algebra: pg 128, 21 - 31
*Part 2 of solving equations with like terms and parentheses.
*Check your solutions ... it's worth it!
Due: Wednesday
*Mo's class has decided to take the Chapter 3 Half-test this Friday, 11/16.  Be sure to check with Mr. Kenis to see what his plans are!

Homework for Monday, 11/15

Trans Math: More Apps with Mavis
 *Tip: Read the question before you read the information; it will help you know what you're looking for!
*If you don't have a copy of the worksheet, here it is!
*More Apps with Mavis ws
Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: pg. 127, 10 - 20
*Remember: you need to show the distributive step (HOW you distributed), even if you later combine the like terms "in your head" on the way to your answer.
*Don't make me require you to show every step ... know what I mean?
Due: Tuesday

Homework for Friday, 11/12

Trans Math: Test Corrections
*Just a reminder to complete your test corrections AND have your parents sign them.
*Also mark the sections of the test you would like to retake, if you do.
*Retests will be NEXT Friday.
*Signed and completed correction assignments will be worth one candy point if you remember to bring it to class on Monday.
 (Jake, Emily, and Kai will have one extra day since they were not in class on Friday)

Homework Notes 11/10

Trans Math: No homework, but ...
*We will do test corrections in class on Friday
*Test scores have been posted in Teacherease.  Please read my notes to you and not just your scores!
*I will continue to work on recording your redone and late papers; stay tuned.

Pre-Algebra: No homework, but ...
*Mo's class will have a POD party in class on Friday
*Mr. K's class TBA ...
*Battleship will begin; have your grids prepared!
*Retest scores have been posted.  AWESOME. 

Homework for Tuesday, 11/9

Trans Math: Student Choice
*You are responsible for completing and correcting ONE of the following assignments.
*Using Multiplication Key
*More Order of Ops with Exp
*Line It Up key
*Mix it Up key
*Dividing with Decimals
*Chapter 3 (practice) Test key
If you did not get a worksheet, please email me and I can send you one via email ... although it may not be the one you are hoping for.
*Due (complete/incomplete) Wednesday
****Decimal Unit Test Wednesday in class!****

Pre-Algebra:  pg 123-124, 21 - 33.
*Students not retesting will be correcting these for us in class.
*Due Wednesday
****Chapter 2 Retest Wednesday in class!****
***Think about using Quizlet to study the section(s) you are retaking!***

Homework for Monday, 11/8 (Laurel's birthday)

Trans Math: Mavis Questions
 *Be careful with Mavis ... she's a tricky one!
*Also work on redoing your Flower Power ws if you want to.
*Due Tuesday
Looking Ahead ...
*Tuesday you will have "choice" homework.  Be thinking about which operations you need practice in with decimals so you can select your homework wisely.  These will be corrected online and turned in prior to the test.
*Wednesday will the the Decimal Unit Test.  Eat well and get your rest the night before!
*There will be no math homework on Wednesday evening.

Pre-Algebra: pg 122 - 123, 7 - 19
*Two-step equations: check your answers by replacing the variable if you are unsure!
*Due Tuesday 
 Looking Ahead ...
*Tuesday we will continue to practice two-step equations.
*Wednesday will the the Chapter 2 Retest. Practice for the sections you are retaking with Quizlet online!  There will be math stuff to do in class when you have completed the retest.
*There will be no math homework on Wednesday evening.
*Friday, Mo's class (I can't speak for Mr. Kenis, sorry) will be having their first P.O.D. party.  We will also be playing our first rounds of battleship.  

Notes for Friday, 11/5

Trans Math: No homework, just continue to catch up.
 *Great job on the marshmallow team relays today.  Think about how your group can communicate the details better next Friday!

Pre-Algebra: Test Corrections - Due by Monday
*As it stands, we will probably have the retests next Wednesday, 11/10.
*USE Quizlet and your book to practice the sections you are retaking.  It doesn't do you much good to retake a test if you don't actually learn the material and do better on it.
*Keep your Battleship papers in your folder in room #1.
*We will begin Chapter 3 on Monday.

Homework for Thursday, 11/4

Trans Math:  Nada
*please use this time to catch up on any papers you would like to redo.

Pre-Algebra: Nada
*Mo's test scores have been posted in Teacherease.  Since Mr. Kenis was not at school today, I cannot tell you when his will be posted.  Sorry!
*Test corrections will be assigned tomorrow.
*We will set the date of the retest soon.

Homework for Wednesday, 11/3

Trans Math:  Flower Power ws
*Practice with applications of decimals
*Show me the operations you used (write out the problems) along with the answers.
Due: Thursday
*Don't forget to bring your completed paper airplane packets with you to class.  These will be collected! 


Pre-Algebra:  Choice homework
 *You may choose from several options; please choose the option that will help you best prepare for the test tomorrow.
*For book work, you can select AND correct AND make your corrections:
a) pg 108 (5 - 10), 109 (15 - 18), and 111 (40 - 47),
    Answer Key A     or ...
b) pg 109 (15 - 18 and 22 - 24) and pg 110 (25 - 29) 
    Answer Key B     or ...
c) pg 110 and 111, problems 25 - 39.
    Answer Key C     or ...
d) Quizlet: select the Mo'Vids button and find the official name of the pre-algebra page so that you can join the group.  If you cannot figure it out, please send me an email asap and I will send you an invitation.  You can select the negative numbers, like terms, or distributive property options.  You must take the "Test" option of that problem set and print off your results to turn in as homework on Thursday.
*Tomorrow is the Chapter 2 test!  (no homework Thursday night)
Due: Thursday before the test

Homework for Tuesday, 11/2

Trans Math: Paper Airplane Questions 2
 *Yes, these are due to the best of your ability to complete them now at home.  IF you have too much trouble, you can always turn them in later, right?  Just don't put if off because you are tired or would rather play Mario Kart...
*Things you need ALL stapled together:
1) A copy of your plane box plot
2) A copy of the plane box plot you chose as most similar to yours.
3) A copy of the plane box plot you chose to discuss the outlier.
4) A copy of the plane box plot you chose as the "best" plane.
5) Your question sheet.
*On your question sheet, you need to answer questions 1, 2, and 3, but you do not need copies of those planes.  Those are walk-by questions: walk by, observe, and answer the questions.
*Due: Wednesday (unless you don't finish, then you are on your own!)
If you are absent, you will have to pick up all of this material when you return to school.  Sorry!

Pre-Algebra:  Chapter Test practice, pg 112, 22 - 40.
*Show your work!  Yep, there are still far too many errors made in process to justify otherwise.
*Due: Wednesday

Looking ahead...

*Wednesday's homework will be "choice" homework.  You may choose from several options, including the Quizlet option I went over today in class.
 - for Quizlet, select the Mo'Vids button and find the official name of the pre-algebra page.  You can select the negative numbers, like terms, or distributive property options.  You must take the "Test" option of that problem set and print off your results to turn in as homework on Thursday.
- for book work, you can select:
a) pg 108 (5 - 10), 109 (15 - 18), and 111 (40 - 47),  or
b) pg 109 (15 - 18 and 22 - 24) and pg 110 (25 - 29)  or
c) pg 110 & 111, problems 25 - 39.
*Thursday is the Chapter 2 test!  (no homework Thursday night)
*Friday test corrections.

Homework for Monday, 11/1

Trans Math: Order of Ops with Decimals
*There were several levels to this assignment.  If you are absent and reading this, you need to email me to send you the copy of the one assigned to you OR you can pick it up in class Tuesday.  Thanks!
*Also work on your redo papers for "Kyle" and his job crisis.
*We will be scheduling the test for this unit soon!
*Ops Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra:  Worksheet 2.3
*Show ALL of your work or you will not get any credit for this assignment.  We went over how to show work in class ... and for this assignment, you will DO it.
*NOTE: for numbers 2 - 7, you do NOT have to identify the terms, etc. 
*2.3 ws Due: Tuesday
*If you forgot your worksheet in class today OR if you were absent ... your assignment is to do page 82, #38, and 40 - 54. 

Looking ahead to this week...
*Tuesday's homework will be the Chapter Test in the book.  We will be solving problems on page 112, 22 - 40.
*Wednesday's homework will be "choice" homework.  I will post those options soon.
*Thursday is the Chapter 2 test!  (no homework Thursday night)
*Friday test corrections.  Aim for zero, eh?

Homework for Thursday, 10/28

Trans Math: Four Airplane Questions and your Plane boxplot
*Do you want more of an idea of what these questions are asking?   I have provided lots of helpful hints along with the questions in the link below.  Just click on it!
*Airplane Questions in depth help
DUE: Friday
*Your first Quiz Bowl is tomorrow!

Pre-Algebra: 2.5 worksheet (fyi - it was lavender)
*Extra copies are in the classroom 
DUE: Friday
* MO' Jeopardy for chapter 2 tomorrow!

Homework for Wednesday, 10/27

Trans Math: The Job Crisis (A) AND your paper airplane data.
*Trust me ... READ these questions carefully.
*Try reading them out loud to yourself; it may help you to hear what the question is.  (I'm totally serious!)
*Forget the worksheet?  Click the link below:
      The Job Crisis (A) ws
*Your paper airplane data sheet needs to be completely organized and finished.  We will be graphing in class tomorrow, so come prepared!
Due: Thursday

Pre-Algebra: pg 105, 24 - 35
*These are decimals ... be kind to them!
*Remember, you can show your work by writing down the problem with the variable already isolated ... or not ... but you need to show your work!
Due: Thursday

Chapter 2 Test next Thursday, November 4!

Homework for Tuesday, 10/26

Trans Math: Metric Sense ws
*Choose the measurement that best represents the statement.
*You will be using only millimeters (mm), centimeters (cm), meters (M), and kilometers (km). If you need to ask how long these measurements are, please ask someone!
*Please use a metric ruler for questions 2a, 2b, an 2c.  Accuracy matters.
Due: Wednesday
Also on Wednesday: be prepared to make your 12 test flights during your 20-minute time slot.

Pre-Algebra: pg 99, 16 - 23 AND pg 100, 28 - 33.
*Solving equations using multiplication and division.
*Remember that some of these will involve combining ike terms too.
*SHOW YOUR WORK.  (do I even need to say it?)
Due: Wednesday

Homework for Monday, 10/25

Trans Math: Decimal Division #2
*Divide your decimals carefully, being sure to line up and move your decimal points.  SHOW YOUR WORK!
***AND***
*Bring your paper airplane:
- You may only use one piece of 8 1/2 x 11 paper, scotch tape, and colors/stickers.
- No weights or heavy tape jobs.
-Be sure it flies somewhere in a forward direction ...
-Make sure your name is on your plane.
Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 93, 17 - 25 AND pg 94, 32 - 37.
*Show ALL of your steps in isolating your variables.
*Your answer must be written in the form of a positive variable.
Due: Tuesday

Preparing for Monday, 10/25

Trans Math: The Long Jump Graphs
*Please have this ready for Monday!  We will discuss your observations in class.
*See yesterdays homework blog for helpful hint links.

Pre-Algebra: Coordinate picture drawings.
*Your completed coordinate pictures are DUE. 
*Make sure your comments are accurate and helpful.

Enjoy the weekend!
 Mo ;-)

Homework for Thursday, 10/20

Trans Math: Long Jump Graphs
 *You all did a good job in class today getting started on this.  I hope it won't take you a long time to finish it up.  Make it a goal of yours to complete it by Friday afternoon, yes?
 *For hints on how to work through different portions of this assignment, you can click on the categories below.
  *Creating a 5-Number Summary
  *How to Draw a Box and Whisker Plot
 *Observations & Conclusions

Due: Monday

Pre-Algebra: (reminder!) pg 87 - 88, 16 - 35
 (see Homework for Tuesday, 10/19 for details)

Due:  Friday

Homework for Wednesday, 10/20

Trans Math: Decimal Division #1
 *You received 1 of 3 worksheets today.
*Do your best to show me ALL of your work and that you understand how to manipulate a decimal while dividing and use your zeroes.
*NO remainders!  (that is SO Elementary school)
*Make it clear where your decimal is.  If I can't tell, I always guess wrong.
*Due Thursday

Pre-Algebra: Hola estudiantes
*You had TPRS today, but don't forget to finish your homework by Friday!
(see yesterday)

Homework for Tuesday, 10/19

Trans Math:  no class today, but ...
Due Wednesday: Decimal Rainfall problem

Pre-Algebra: pg 87 - 88, problems 16 - 35
*Make sure to solve problems 16 - 19 after you match them.
*You do not need to show your work for problems 20 - 31; they want you to do these in your head.
*Do show how you set up the equations and show all of your work for problems 32 - 35.
*No class again until Friday, but don't put this off!
*Due Friday

Homework for Monday, 10/18

Trans Math: Rainfall problem
*We went over how to solve the missing pieces in class today ... can you apply that skill?
*Be sure to show ALL of your work or you won't get credit.

Due: Wednesday

Pre-Algebra:  did not meet :-(

No Math Homework Weekend, but ....

Trans Math: Missing & Redone Papers
*Anything turned in as of today SHOULD be recorded by Sunday evening.
*Please continue making up these papers, but be aware that anything turned in next week will most likely NOT be reflected on your progress report.
*Note: We will be meeting for math 3 times next week.

Pre-Algebra: Pop Quiz results
*Anyone receiving 16/18 or better will have their score recorded in Teacherease.
*Anyone below 16 will have the options next week of either keeping their score or re-popping. (when TBA)
*Unfortunately, there were many little mistakes including dropped negatives, etc.
  *We WILL be moving on to section 2.4 on Tuesday.
*Please note that there will not be pre-algebra until Tuesday.

Homework for Thursday, 10/14

Trans Math:  Decimals #1
 *This is your first assignment involving multiplication of decimals.
*You should have received an assignment based on your pre-quiz results.
*Do your best to show me that you understand multiplication rules and can do them accurately!  (NO calculators)
*SHOW all of your work (NO calculators)
*Remember: count your decimals, then move the decimal to the left that number of places.  Don't forget your zeroes!
*Due: Friday

Pre-Algebra: Simplify It! ws
*Now we're adding back in the negatives to the equations AND more distributing.
*BE CAREFUL and show all of your steps (right Sam?) so we can find any errors.
*Missing the worksheet?
Here it is!  Simplify It! ws
*Due: Friday
*Note: Coordinate pictures & directions are also due for Mr. Kenis' class.

Homework for Wednesday, 10/13

Thanks to all of you beautiful people for making Jeff's substitution day with you a great one!  Here is your homework for tomorrow:

Trans Math: Decimal Application ws 17
*This is your one day review sheet for addition and subtraction; can you apply those skills in application?
*Be sure to show ALL of your work.  You may use the back of the worksheet OR another sheet of notebook paper.
*Due: Thursday

Pre-Algebra: Adding Like Terms ws 81
*Be careful to distribute and keep track of when you are adding versus multiplying!
*Missing the worksheet? 
Click on this link:  Adding Like Terms ws 81
*Due: Thursday
Also due for Mo's class:  Coordinate pictures with directions
For Mr. Kenis, the coordinate pictures and directions are due Friday.

Homework for Tuesday, 10/12

Trans Math:  Time Bothers Debater ws
 *There are only TWO problems on this page, so read the information carefully and be sure to answer the questions accurately!
 *There will be NO redo on this assignment ... and it's ...
Due: Wednesday

Pre-Algebra:  Collecting Like Terms ws
*Why can't they all be friends?  Because they can't.
*Practice combining like terms ... but remember, they have to be alike.
*Forget or lose your worksheet? 
Click on the link -    Collecting Like Terms ws
Due: Wednesday
P.S. Your coordinate graph picture instructions will be due on Thursday.

Homework for Monday, 10/11

Trans Math: Order of Ops #2
 *This is your second Ops assignment.
 *Please write "Ops 2" at the top of your worksheet.
 Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 81, 16 - 30
*Combining Like Terms - just be friends!
*When you have variables in the parentheses (which cannot be combined) you distribute first ... aka multiplication ... get it?
*When you have a negative outside of a parentheses (as in 5x - 8(x+2)) be sure to distribute the negative to both terms in the parentheses (as in 5x - 8x - 16) then simplify (as in -3x - 16).
*Be careful ... this should not be "in your head" stuff!
Due: Tuesday

Homework for Thursday, 10/7

Trans Math: Nothing!
*I am at a conference all day Friday, but I hope to finish correcting your redone assignments this weekend.

Pre-Algebra: Coordinate Pictures
*Bring your gold sheet with your picture to class for teacher approval if you haven't already done so.
(I don't recommend beginning your directions until it has been approved)
 Due: Monday
Notes: Your retest scores have been posted in Teacherease.
The directions to the coorditnate pictures will most likely be due next Wednesday.

Homework for Wednesday, 10/6

Trans Math:  Bar Graph ws 2.2
 *Be careful to read both graphs carefully and understand what the question is asking and which graph to use.
 *P.S.  Be careful!!!!
Due: Thursday

Pre-Algebra:  2.2 Worksheet
*Awesome job on the distributive property today!
Your reward is only SIX problems on the homework.
HOWEVER: ALL SIX problems will count: 4 for on time completion, one point per correct answer.
*Be sure to show HOW you distribute each problem ... some of you learned this the hard way today.  AND ...
*Be sure to simplify as far as you can ... but not too far, eh? 
13.  11(s + 9)

14.  -21(x - 7)

15.  13(20 - a)

16.  -8(17 + b)

17.  (r + 1.68)(-0.1)

18.  3.25(5.02 - t)
Due: Thursday
Note: The retest for Chapter 1 will be in class this Thursday.  You will also have an assignment due Monday that you can work on during class. 

Homework for Tuesday, 10/5

Trans Math: Order of Operations ws
 *This homework has been differentiated for YOU!
*Please write down a title for your homework page ... if it goes missing, you will want to have the same worksheet again.  I will also write your assignment as a "comment" in your Teacherease account for you to reference.
Due: Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 74, 12 - 19 AND 28 - 35
*This is the distributive property, so distribute!
*Remember, this is not about getting the correct answer to a simple problem, it's showing me HOW you distribute and making sure you distribute correctly.
*Also remember: 6x + 10 is an answer simplified as far as it can be simplified.  You cannot combine those terms to be 16x ... it's against the math law.  
Due: Wednesday

Homework for Monday, 10/4

Trans Math: What Does it Mean? ws
*Be sure to ask you parents about "income" if you need to.  It's okay to get clarification of these ideas, then apply what you know to them.
*Learn from any mistakes you made on the Central Tendencies worksheet; same ideas, but these number are bigger.
*STILL NO CALCULATORS - and show your work.
*Due Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 66, 16 - 27
*Commute and associate as necessary.
*SHOW YOUR STEPS in your homework!
*Due Tuesday
********Retest this Thursday********

Homework for Weekend 10/1

Trans Math: Teacherease
 *If you have a chance, click around on your Teacherease account (follow the link at the right) and practice checking your grades & assignments.  If you have any trouble, please respond to this post and I will get back to you asap.

Pre-Algebra: Test Corrections
*Remember this is a percentage based grade based on the percentage of corrections you get correct ... get the corrections correct and EXPLAIN your mistakes!
*We will let you know on Monday when the retests are.
Due: Monday

Homework for Thursday, 9/30

Trans Math: Salaries in Slugville ws
*Explain your answers well; I want to see that you understand the differences between the central tendencies!
*P.S.  Don't forget that your parents need to understand them too ...
Due: Friday

Pre-Algebra: No HW!
*Your test scores are posted on Teacherease. (Link on the right)
*FYI, your score will be based upon the percentage you have correct, thus it is worth 100 points, eh?

Homework for Wednesday, 9/29

Trans Math: Juicy Fruits ws
 *Be sure to show all of your work!  (no calculators)
 *Sorry, but I don't seem to have the ability to scan here at school.  If you forgot to pick up a worksheet, you will need to grab one in class tomorrow. 
Due: Thursday

Pre-Algebra: Student Choice.
1) Chapter Test pg 56, 1 - 38 even only.  THEN correct your own work!
*Answer key is HERE:  Answer Key to pg 56, even
*For every problem you miss, do the previous odd problem.  Those answers are in your book.
2) Problem Solving Practice pg 59, 1 - 7
*Answer key is HERE: Answer Key to pg 59
*For every problem you miss, the redo problems are listed below the answers in the provided key.

Sorry this is a bit late; I had a lot to do this afternoon and have now missed Ella's soccer practice to post this.  :-(

DUE: THURSDAY AND ONLY THURSDAY for points!
 *Corrected and redone 
 

Homework for Tuesday, 9/28

Trans Math: Box Plot Practice ws
*Follow ALL of the directions on the worksheet.
*Make sure the numbers on your number lines containing your box plots are as "accurately" spaced as possible.
*By the way: "ws" stands for "worksheet"
Due: Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 45 & 46, 27 - 34
 *Remember the rules for multiplication and division.  If you have forgotten them, they are reviewed at the beginning of this section, 1.7.
Due: Wednesday
Note: The Chapter 1 test will be this Thursday, 9/30.  The test will cover only sections 1.1 - 1.7 (no coordinate graphing yet). 
Note: Mo'Jeopardy for the test review will be in class Wednesday.  Come prepared to play!

Homework for Monday, 9/27

Trans Math: Coin Packets
 *These are the many pages of data and graphs that we have collected over the past 2 weeks.
 *You should have received your checklist in class today (unless you were absent). This will also be the grading sheet, so please attach it to the front of your packet.
 *For another list of the pages that are due, see the homework posted for 9/23 AND add the 3 observation questions on the 5-number summary worksheet.
 *Please be obvious yet thorough about your observations.  The observations should compare data on the 3 box plots you have made.  In other words, what can you tell me about the different collections of coins just by looking at the box plots? 
*Due: Tuesday (stapled together in order)

Pre-Algebra: pg 36, 12 - 30 AND pg 37, 35 - 46 all
*1.7 subtracting negative integers
*Be sure to show your work when the equation involves a variable!  Recopy the equation to reflect the integer you have replaced the variable with; then solve.
*Oh come on, you guys, it's not really TWO pages ... it just spills over onto another page.  (wah wah wah)
*Due: Tuesday

Work for the Weekend, 9/24

Trans Math: For Monday you will need...
 *Your random chaos and organized lists
 *Your & your partner's frequency tables
 *Your & your partner's histograms (1 year bins)
 *Your & your partner's histograms (5 year bins)
*Three box plots (you, partner, class)
*The 5 number summary worksheet (but not the 3 questions)
*See the link below in yesterday's homework section if you need help remembering how to draw a box-and-whisker plot.

Pre-Algebra: Remember the chapter 1 test on Thursday!
*Make sure you have made all of your corrections and turned your corrected assignments in.

Enjoy your weekend!

Homework for Thursday, 9/23

Trans Math: 3 Box Plots
 *You should have the coin data sheet with the three 5-number summaries on it.
 *You only need one scale up the left side of your graph paper that you can use for all three of your box plots.
 *If you are having trouble plotting your points, click on the following link:

How to draw a box & whisker plot

*Remember: Do NOT answer the 3 observations questions at the bottom of the worksheet; we will discuss those on Monday in class.
*Bring to Class on Monday

Pre-Algebra: pg 32, 24 - 38
*1.5 Adding negative integers ... be careful!
*Due: Friday
*TEST next Thursday, 9/30*

Homework for Wednesday, 9/22

Trans Math: 5-number-summary and scale/labels on graph paper for box plot.
 *Use your Ordered List to find your median(s) and create your 5-number-summary.
 *Turn your graph paper so that the holes are on the left and that the year 2010 is at the top of the page.  BE SURE to label the lines not the spaces.
*We flew through this at the end of the period, so if you don't understand it, we WILL go over it again in class tomorrow.  Not to worry!
*Bring to class: Thursday

Pre-Algebra: pg 9, 52 - 56.
 *Writing the verbal expression correctly is the key here ... the "answer" is only secondary.  I wonder which will count for credit?  Hmmm....
*Due: Thursday

Homework for Tuesday, 9/21

 Trans Math: More Histograms
 *See how awesome it is to be making a histogram rather than a bar graph?
 *Histograms with 5 year bins
 -Made on the larger graph paper with 5 coin years per column.  One graph for you and one with your partner's data; side-by-side.  Be sure to label everything and include your scale!
*Period 2 should also complete the frequency table & first histograms using their partner's data.
*Bring to class for Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 26, 53 - 64
*Review of the value of integers (negative & positive) and absolute value.
*BE CAREFUL when you are substituting the given value for the variable: your order of operations is important!
*Remember: you do not need to write down the original expression, but you should write down the expression with the number(s) you are using for the variable BEFORE solving it.
*Tip:  Do not forget that in the book, "evaluate" means more simply to "solve" the problem.
Due: Wednesday

Homework for Monday, 9/20

Trans Math:  Frequency Table(s) and Histogram(s)
 *Periods 1 & 2 got through different amounts of this assignment; please do your homework accordingly.
 *Frequency Tables:  These are the tally lists of your coins.  We did these in class using your organized lists.  These should begin in 2010 (whether or not you have that coin) and continue through your range.
 *If you are period 1, you also completed a frequency table for your partner's coins.
*Histograms: These are the tables made on the graph paper.  The holes should be at the top of the page with your coins in the grid.  You should have labeled 1 - 10 up the left side of the page (the frequency the coin occurred) and the years labeled across the bottom to cover the range beginning with 2010.  Fill in the boxes with your coins so that it looks like a bar graph.
*Period 1 also have the data for their partners.
Bring to class: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra:  pg 19, 10 - 27
*Review for the order of operations.
*show your work!  Papers with answers only will not be accepted.
*Due: Tuesday

Homework for Wednesday, 9/15?

Trans Math: Nope!  But ...
 *Please make sure you have the organized list of your 20 coins completed by Monday morning.

Pre-Algebra: Nope!  But ...
 *Please check to see if you have all of your homework assignments corrected and turned in for credit.  Remember: it's a big "0" until it's in the gradebook.

Let's have a great (big, wet, muddy) time at Camp Colman!
Mo ;-)

Homework for Tuesday, 9/14

Trans Math:  Extreme Journeys ws
 *This worksheet just practices using a data table to answer questions.
 *Tomorrow we will make our own data tables using...
***don't forget your 20 coins!***

Due: Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: pg. 12, 13 - 28 AND pg 15, 1-3
 *Be sure to include your work for both pages.
 *Follow all of the directions ... don't leave something out!
 *I suggest reading the example on page 14 for tips on how to organize your work for the applications on page 15.

Due: Wednesday

Homework for Monday, 9/13

Trans Math:
  *Introductory Survey
       AND
  *Bring 20 coins in a baggie with your name on it.
In class today we worked on Boocoo Booples with partners.  We will talk about the language of that paper on Tuesday.  If you have not yet finished the assignment, you will have the chance to finish in class before we correct it.

Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: pg. 8, 41 - 51
 *This is review, so be careful!
 *Advice:  follow the directions.

Due: Tuesday

Homework for Thursday, 9/9

Hello again!  Thank you all for a wonderful first day in math class.  Hopefully you are all thrilled to do your math homework tonight ... right?

Trans Math: Magic Trick
 *You will need 16 cards, 4 each of 4 different cards.
 *Follow these steps:
 1) Tell your story (shopping?  parties?)  Show your 4 groups.
2) Deal out your cards face down so that each "person" goes into one of the 4 piles.
3) Have the "people" prepare to go home by stacking the 4 piles on top of one another.
4) Have them travel home by cutting the deck many, many times. 
5) Deal the cards back out, face down and HOPE that they all made it home safely.
6) Turn the piles over!
NEXT:  EXPLAIN THE TRICK - the math behind the trick and why it works.
Have your parent sign your paper.
Due:  Friday!  You will turn it into the basket.

Pre-Algebra: pg xxv - Scavenger Hunt
*Pay attention!  That's the advice I have for you...
*Due: Friday
Note: we will correct this in class tomorrow, so be prepared!

Welcome!

Welcome new students and parents to my math blog.  Please look around and get used to the site.  Specific things you might find interesting are:
*Go to the blog archive in the right column of the blog and click on one of the months, like March.  You will then be able to see examples of what the assignments look like in this blog.
*Note the links on the right.  They will take you directly to many useful sites (like other teacher pages and Teacherease) immediately.
*You will also notice I like to include personal pictures; they usually change monthly, just for fun!
*This summer I practiced pasting URLs that students could follow to certain answer keys I had posted.  You can find examples of these in the July section of this blog.  Feel free to follow one if you would like ... these particular keys will be disappearing once the school year begins!

I look forward to working with all of you this year,
Mo ;-)

Homework for Thursday, 6/3?

Trans Math: Finance Park Books?
*Just leave them on the shelf in the back of the room.
*Books left on Friday will be marked down 10%.
*Books left next Monday will be marked down 20% ...
Due: Something turned in is way better than nothing.

Pre-Algebra: Mr. Gacek Survey
AND YOUR PRE-ALGEBRA BOOKS!
*Those books cost a lot of money to replace ...
Due: Friday

Homework for Wednesday, 6/2

Trans Math: Finance Park Books!
*Guidelines - see below at the bottom of this entire blog
*10% off per day late!!!!!
*Due Thursday

*Pre-Algebra: Nada
*Make sure you have everything turned in.
*We're done with assignments!

Homework for Tuesday, 6/1

Trans Math: Nothing new
*Remember that your FP books are due Thursday!

Pre-Algebra: Formulas ws
*They're just formulas, yo
*Plug in the numbers and crunch the numbers, yo
*And tell Madeline she does not "hate" math, she just doesn't "love" it. Yo?
*Due Wednesday: THIS IS YOUR LAST Pre-Alg ASSIGNMENT!
Please bring your pre-algebra books in by this Thursday and check them back in through me.

Final Cumulative Tests

Final cumulative tests are used to determine individual weaknesses in the math skills necessary to move on to the next level of math. These tests are not graded, but rather used to give students an idea of areas they should study over the course of the summer. Students interested in reviewing specific skills should use the guidelines that follow:

Trans Math:
Tuesday - June 1: Basic applications, negative integers, order of operations, decimals.
Wednesday - June 2: Fractions, ratios, proportions, percentages, probability.
*Students interested in studying pre-algebra over the summer need to demonstrate mastery in all areas of this test.
*Pre-algebra books and study packets will be available on Friday, June 4. See me!

Pre-Algebra:
Wednesday - June 2: Evaluating expressions (order of operations & exponents), writing verbal expressions, inequalities (yuk, remember?), equation busting, and simplifying like terms using all operations.
Thursday - June 3: Prime factorization, GCFs & LCDs, multiplying and simplifying fractions with variables, applications with percents/ratios/proportions, solving for the missing side of triangles/rectangles, scale drawings (congruent sides), and MAYBE the Pythagorean Theorem (I haven't written that part yet).
*Pre-Algebra BOOKS are due this Thursday!

Homework for Thursday, 5/27

Trans Math: FP Book
*You have all of the assignments now; just work on finishing them.
*Today we added...
-Entertainment & Recreation pg 110 (you may use the internet)
-Actual Budget pg 112 (balance your budget with $0!)
-Final FP Test (open book ... get it right!)
-Extra Credit Crossword: pg 116
-Remember to bring your book in during the test next week so I can check some assignments off for you.
*DUE NEXT THURSDAY, June 3

Pre-Algebra: WS 9.3
*Keep practicing using those formulas!
*This is equation busting at its finest. ;-)
*Due Friday (please drop it off in the basket in the morning)

Homework for Wednesday, 5/26

Trans Math: FP Book
#23) Sales Receipt Analysis pg. 53
- you may use a calculator
#24) Cable & Eating Out pg 111
- you may add these categories together to meet your minimum/maximum guidelines

Pre-Algebra: pg 468, 22 - 30
*Pythagorean Theorum, see page 465
*Make sure recognize which of the sides of a right triangle is "c"
*This is a test to see how good you are at using a formula ... can you replace any of the variables in the equation and find the missing variable?
*Due Thursday

Homework for Tuesday, 5/25

Just got back from the strings concert; it was wonderful!

Trans Math: Excellent job at the Finance Park today!
*Keep working on those workbooks; we will continue them tomorrow, but the end is drawing near!
*Today you turned in your Finance Park field trip folders.

Pre-Algebra: 9.2 worksheet
*Mr. Welliever said you did a good job today of learning from your mistakes. (I didn't speak with Ms. Smith)
*We will decide tomorrow how comfortable you are moving on.
*Due Wednesday

Homework for Monday, 5/24

Trans Math: Clothing pg 109 with yellow sticker
*Finance Park trip tomorrow! (see post below)

Pre-Algebra: pg 460, 9 - 20
*Simplify!
*Breaking the problems down into factors may help.
*No calculators necessary; if you do not know the square root of the number, you don't need it!
*Due Tuesday

TRANS MATH FIELD TRIP

JA Finance Park: Tuesday, May 25
All students need to be at school by 8:00.
We will leave promptly by bus and return to school by 2:30.
All students need a sack lunch and disposable beverage.
Prepare to have fun!

Weekend Update

Sad news: Senora the chicken died last night at the hands of an animal ... probably a racoon. She was my favorite chicken, so I'm pretty sad.

Pre-Algebra: your retest scores are posted.

Mo :-(

Work for the Weekend

Trans Math: JA Finance Park book
*Today you received your Home Improvement ws; work on that using advertisements that you have at home if you want to.
*Please remember that you may NOT use the internet for any of these assignments.
*See the assignment list at the bottom of this blog (scroll, scroll, scroll) to see all of the pages we have worked on so far.
*Remember that these are not technically "due" until the book is due ... that date will be revealed soon!

Pre-Algebra: ws 9.1
*Yes, you may certainly use a calculator
*Review order of ops in your book if you aren't sure what to do.
*Due Monday

Homework for Wednesday, 5/19

Trans Math: Car stuff
*You should be buying your car (pg 101 - 102); be sure to add your interest and insurance and taxes to your monthly payment total.
AND
*After you buy your car, figure your variable expenses (pg 103)
*You will have the opportunity to work on your lives during "pre-algebra" tomorrow.

Pre-Algebra: pg 456, 33 - 44
*use your calculators and follow the order of operations to reach your solutions.
*do NOT let the calculator do all of the steps for you; enter it in the order you think the steps should be done.
*Due Friday

Homework for Tuesday, 5/18

Trans Math: Finance Park book
*Remember, this is just a checklist for the things you will want to be completing ... these are not "due" until the book is due.
*House Buying or Renting pg 98 or 99
- Be sure to read the instructions carefully!
-Make sure you have enough bedrooms, etc.
- Make sure your monthly payment ends up being between your minimum and maximum as you determined on pg 93 of your workbook.
*Utilitiies pg 100
- Bs sure to use your ENTIRE house payment as your guideline if you have a roommate, THEN divide that payment in half.

Pre-Algebra: Nada! Enjoy ;-)

Homework for Monday, 5/17

Trans Math: Home Loan ws
*This is the blue sheet you received in class.
*Figure out the cost of the house you can afford whether you are buying alone or with a roommate.
*This sheet must be checked off before you can buy a house Tuesday!
Also ...
*Portfolio Investment Report pg 96
*We went over all of the changes to this page in class; we are using weeks instead of days, etc.
*If you missed the details, you will have to copy them down in class on Tuesday.

Pre-Algebra: pg 380, 28 - 36
*Show your work, people!
*Due Tuesday
RETEST IN CLASS TOMORROW - please bring something quiet to do or study once you have completed the test.

Weekend Update

Trans Math: Coming Monday - Let the buying begin!
*Wondering what's been assigned already in your Finance Book? Scroll (seriously scroll) all of the way down to the bottom of this blog page where you will find all of the assignments listed. Be sure they match the assignments you have listed inside the cover of your FP book!

Pre-Algebra: Retest Tuesday, 5/18

Homework for Thursday, 5/13

Trans Math: Budget Stuff
*Lost? Please try to follow the directions below.
*NMI final calculations: pg 92
---first determine: are you transferring data from your sticker? (annual) or recalculating according to the instructions on the page (monthly)?
---THEN be sure to add in your children if you have them @$83 a month OR $1,000 a year below line 8.
---THEN IF your lucky chance applies, write it on line 8.
*Budget Guidelines, pg 93
---Please use a calculator!
---Convert all percentages to decimals
---Complete both the minimum & maximum guidelines.
BE CAREFUL! Otherwise, that's a lot of recalculating to do ...
*Due Friday

Pre-Algebra: Test Corrections
*Due Friday

Tomorrow in pre-algebra, we will be updating your stock portfolios. You will be required to sell at least one of your stocks tomorrow and replace it with a different one. Research if you want to!

Homework for Wednesday, 5/12

Trans Math: Budget Guesses ws
*This is an effort based worksheet: what percentage of their budget do you think the "average American family" spends on each of the listed categories?
*Take serious guesses ... I do know the difference.
*Make sure your numbers add up to 100%!
*Due Thursday

Pre-Algebra: Nada! (don't you love that?)
*Be prepared to take the Simple & Compound Interest section at the beginning of class tomorrow.

Homework for Tuesday, 5/11

Trans Math: Art of Budget
*pg 74 - 75 in your FP workbook.
*Yes, I know you have a field trip ... you still need to complete this homework.
*Turn your books in Wednesday; you may leave them on the shelf in the classroom.
*Due Wednesday!

Pre-Algebra: Choice!
(choose 1 of the following)
*7.1 (percents and fractions) pg 368, 5 - 16
*7.2 AND 7.4 (percents & proportions) pg 369, 17 - 22 AND pg 370, 36 & 39
*7.3 (percents & decimals) pg 369, 23 - 35
*7.5 - 7.7 (percent of change, applications, and interest) pg 370 - 371, 40 - 49
ANSWERS have now been deleted from the bottom of this blog. Sorry.
*Due Wednesday for 5 points.
Do not "forget"

Homework for Monday, 5/10

Trans Math: Unit 2 Test
*pg. 67 & 68 in your FP book.
*This is open book (read what you do not know)
*Do not use a calculator!
*We will correct this in class, so you will lose many points if you are not prepared.
*DUE: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: Chapter Test, pg 372
*Complete it all - problems 1 - 30.
*These are not complex problems ... you may only use a calculator for problems 29 and 30.
*REVIEW concepts you do not remember: it's all in your book!
*Bring your questions tomorrow.
***TEST THIS WEDNESDAY***
*Due: Tuesday

Homework for Thursday, 5/6

Trans Math: My Sticker
*On page 56 of your FP book, make the following calculations:
1) Your GAI
2) Your federal income tax
3) Your Social Security tax (1.45% of your GAI)
4) Your Medicare (6.2% of your GAI)
5) Add together lines 2, 3, and 4
6) Subtract your tax total from your GAI
NAI - record your net annual income
7) Divide your NAI by 12 (months)
NMI - record your net monthly income
*Once you are satisfied with your numbers, transfer these to your sticker on the front of your FP book.
*Due - PUT YOUR BOOKS on the shelf in Room 1 before school or after the assembly (before the Mercado) on Friday.

Pre-Algebra: pg 365, 8 - 11 and 18 - 21.
*Simple Interest Formula (pg. 362) I = Prt
Answers should include the interest and the balance.
*Compound Interest Formula (pg. 364) A = P(1 + r)exp
(sorry, this format does not accept an exponent!)
Answers will be the new balance.
*Remember that I want to see your work for each formula: which variables you replaced with which numbers.
*Figure these numbers in your calculator - do not use any special function keys, please.
*Record your answer.
*Due: Friday. Please leave your assignments in the basket before school or after the assembly (before the Mercado).

Homework for Wednesday, 5/6

Trans Math: Financial Institutions, pg 5
*This assignment is in your FP Book
*Be sure to summarize either with bullet points or sentences in your own words.
*You should have completed most of this in class.
*Due Thursday

Pre-Algebra: pg 360, 8 - 17
*Percent applications
*Review pages 357 - 359 if you need help with the vocabulary.
*Due Thursday
Please bring a Calculator to class tomorrow if you have one!

Homework for Tuesday, 5/4

Trans Math: Where is ... ? pg. 51 - 52
*This is assignment #4 in your Finance Book.
*Be sure to fill out the checks completely and sign them.
*Answer the questions using the information on the page.
*There will be one late point assessed per day this assignment is late.
*Due Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: Percent Increase & Decrease ws
*Use the examples on pages 352 - 354 in your textbook if you don't remember how to do this.
*You may also set up proportions the way we reviewed in class on Monday.
*You have the skills to do these, just figure out how to set up the problem first: use a similar problem with friendly numbers (like 12 decreased by 25%) to figure out the equation that works for you.
*Forget the worksheet? You will need to copy the problems below (unless I figure out how to get them on to a link, but I need to eat dinner first so don't count on it).
*NO CALCULATORS.
*Due Wednesday

Percent Increase & Decrease Problem Set
1. What is the percent increase from 40 - 64?
2. What is the percent decrease from 50 to 3?
3. What is 181 increased by 23%?
4. What is 6 decreased by 62%?
5. What is the percent increase from 25 to 95?
6. What is 199 decreased by 9%?
7. What is 15 increased by 68%?
8. What is the percent decrease from 64 to 20?
9. What is the percent increase from 60 to 102?
10. What is 78 decreased by 5%
11. What is 87 increased by 45%
12. What is the percent decrease from 80 to 35?

Homework for Monday, 5/3

Trans Math: Stock Graph, pg 33
*This is the #3 assignment in your Finance Park book.
*Please follow the directions ... you will need to make a key and accurately plot 3 stocks.
*Due Tuesday - there will be one point subtracted if this assignment is not completed by class time.
More taxes in class on Tuesday!

Pre-Algebra: ws 7.6
PLEASE NOTE: I accidently gave you the worksheet from the next lesson (applications), not noticing that 7.5 was missing from my workbook until now (3:30). In other words, apply the skills we've learned using whatever method most makes sense to you. Just do your bestest!
*So, pay attention to the directions on the worksheet, okay?
*Notice what is 100% (wholesale or original price, depending on the problem)
*Notice whether or not your price will be increasing (markup percent) or decreasing (discount price).
*Then APPLY the markup or savings ... (see example below)
*For problems 8 - 13, you must find the tax and add it to the food bill.
*Sometimes there is a tip too!
*Due Tuesday
Example: After you find the monetary value of the markup percent, you must add it to the wholesale/original price in order to find the new price. Your other option is to add 100% to the markup percent before you solve the equation ... it's all about how you decide to arrange it.

Weekend Update 5/1

Trans Math students: your retest scores have now all been posted on Teacherease. Everyone did better, so you should feel well-prepared for this Finance unit. Congratulations!

Did everyone see that Mr. Gacek has posted 2 pictures of Mistergacek on his blog? Check them out! (link at the right if you do not have it)

Weekend Update 4/30

Trans Math:
*I should have your retests posted on Teacherease by Sunday.
*We will be working on taxes beginning next week!

Pre-Algebra:
*We will be reviewing "percent of change" on Monday.
*Research your stocks this weekend so you can make informed sales & purchases.
*The Chapter 7 test will be on May 12.

Have a good weekend, everyone!

Homework for Thursday, 4/29

Trans Math: Retest Choice
*Come prepared for the retest tomorrow.
*You should have selected homework for tonight that deals with decimal/fraction/percent conversions, applications, or ratios from the back table. Your other option is to "test" one of the Quizlet pages for this unit. (link at right)
*My apologies to Anya, Danny, and Nickan for not getting you something to do as homework tonight. Why don't you just go to Quizlet and pick something to practice? (Sven always likes attention ...)
*Due Friday

Pre-Algebra: pg 355, 7 - 19
*This lesson is on Percent of Change (page 352)
*Remember that you find the percent of change in the same way, whether it is an increase or a decrease. The difference is in how you LABEL your answer.
*Use examples 1 & 2 for problems 7 - 13.
*Use example 3 for problems 14 & 15.
*Use example 4 for problems 16 - 19.
*Just trust the equations... seriously!
*Due Friday

Homework for Wednesday, 4/28

Trans Math: Walking Along ws
*This is a multiple line graph.
*You should have THREE lines of different colors (or line types).
*This is not a cumulative line graph like we discussed in class today, it is just graphing the values.
*Draw as accurately as is humanly possible for you!
*Due Thursday

Allyson - please do page 33, the Stock Price Graph, in your Finance Park book. Then when the rest of the class does that assignment, you can do the Walking Along ws. GOOD LUCK at your meet!

Pre-Algebra: Mid-Chapter Quiz, pg. 350
*Yes, please, do problems 1 - 22.
*Yes, I want to know if any of these skills are still puzzling for you.
*Yes, you have my permission to practice these skills on Quizlet ... they are the same skills we practiced last year and those practice pages are still there!
*Due Thursday

Homework for Tuesday, 4/27

Trans Math: Profile & Family Picture
*First, your profile should include your name, age, spouse, children, gross annual income, occupation, and stock owned. That's it!
*DO NOT fill in your net monthly income, your miles to work, or your transportation at this time.
*"Previously known as" at the bottom of the profile refers to who had your life for the past two years. If it is a new life, then write, "new!"
*Also complete your family picture. Be creative, but don't be crazy. These will eventually be posted in the hallway for everyone to see. This includes other students, teachers, prospective parents, etc. Be appropriate, please.
*Note - this should not be written in your JA assignment sheet, it will be turned in separately.
*Due Wednesday
Be sure to meet with your stock broker!

Pre-Algebra: pg. 348, 8 - 22.
*This lesson introduces the percent equation (see page. 345), but you are welcome to use any of the methods for solving a percent problem that you are comfortable with (see the box on page 347). It's really more a way of thinking about a percent problem.
*Be sure to write out your work ... DO NOT USE A CALCULATOR.
*Think about the application problems carefully. These test your ability to apply these methods correctly ... or not.
*Due Wednesday
Be sure to meet with your 6th grade client and come ready to invest!

Homework for Monday 4/26

Trans Math: Pre-test pgs 1 - 3.
*Complete the pre-test in your Finance Park Book, pages 1 - 3.
*Do your best, but do not ask for help ... this should be a reflection of what you already know and what you do not!
*Your grade is based upon completion: yes, almost, or nope.
*Due Tuesday.
****Come prepared to "get a life!"****

Pre-Algebra: pg. 342, 14 - 32 even only AND 33 - 35.
*Using fractions and decimals to solve percent problems.
*If you need to review, see pages 340 - 341.
*Due Tuesday.
****Please come prepared to buy & sell your stocks tomorrow****

Homework for Thursday, 4/22

Trans Math: Line Graphs ws 11
*Try to remember to hand this in to the basket Friday even though you will not actually "have" math class.
*Due Friday!

Pre-Algebra: Buy your stocks!
*Remember to spend your $5000 well ... and have it done.
*Due Friday.

Homework for Wednesday, 4/21

Happy 5th birthday to Ella!

Trans Math: Test corrections
*make sure your corrections are correct!
*be sure to let me know which sections you will be retaking.
*I need to check with the other 6th grade teachers before I let you know the retest date.
*Due Thursday

Pre-Algebra: Stocks
*Buy 2 or 3 stocks.
*Spend no more than $5000
*See the 4/19 post for the list of stocks you cannot buy.
*Be sure to fill in the form completely with the number of stocks you bought and the prices you bought them for.
*Due Friday

Homework for 3/20

Trans Math: you will be getting your tests back tomorrow and we will be doing test corrections.
*Nothing is due Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: pg. 337, 9 - 17.
*Also, if you have not yet completed the "Skill Quiz" hand-out that you received last Friday, please have it completed too.
*IN CLASS you will be making your initial stock investments. The periods are short tomorrow, so come prepared to buy, buy, buy!
*Due Wednesday: pg. 337 & Skill Quiz

Homework for 4/19

Trans Math: Nada!
*We will be doing test corrections on Wednesday.

Pre-Algebra: Stocks ... we will be starting this in class Tuesday.
*FYI, you will have a total of $5000 to spend.
*If you are interested in looking into your investments as a stock broker, you may NOT use the following stocks: (they are listed in alphabetical order)

Aeropostale, AIG, Allstate, Amazon, American Eagle, Apple, AT&T, Bank of America, Barnes & Noble, Best Buy, Boeing, Borders, Chevron, Costco, CPO, Dell, Disney, Gamestop, Google, Hasbro, Hewlett Packard, McDonalds, Microsoft, Nike, Nordstrom, Pepsi, Safeway, Sony, Sprint, Starbucks, Target, Toyota, Verizon, Walmart, Yahoo.

Update 12:44 p.m. Sunday

MOST of the pre-algebra retests have been entered into Teacherease. Much, much better, by the way!
Shayla, Shiori, and Hannah I do NOT have your test corrections and cannot post your scores until I do. By the way, there are two sets of test corrections without a name on the "no name wall."

I have made it through a huge stack of the redone and late papers and they have now been posted, but there is still a short stack to go. I am taking a break to work outside whilst the sun is shining, then will be back to finish.

Update for the Weekend, 4/17

Everyone,
I have two NOVA soccer games to attend today at 10:00 and noon, but after that I will be correcting papers and tests for most of my weekend hours. You can check Teacherease this evening, but don't expect it to all be complete until later Sunday. Please check for my timely updates.

Trans Math: Test on Monday!
*Percentages, Proportions, Ratios, and Probability.
*You also need to be able to convert fractions, to decimals, to percentages, and back.
*PLEASE use the Quizlet pages to practice if you need to.

Pre-Algebra: Think about those stock investments!
*On Tuesday we will begin creating your portfolios, so you may want to have an idea of what you will be investing in.
*Depending on how my weekend goes (timewise), I may try to create a list of stocks that have been "taken" and post it or make a link to it here. If nothing else, I will make a list to hang in the classroom so you can see it daily.
*See you Tuesday!

Homework for Thursday, 4/15

Trans Math: Line Graph ws - "A Day in the Park"
*Be sure to carefully fill in the graph before you answer the questions.
*Remember that the "average" in this case means "mean."
*Due Friday
Think about preparing for the unit test next Monday with a visit to Quizlet! I have a lot of different types of problems there to choose from: Practice what you need, not what you already know.

Pre-Algebra: Take the night off, eh?
*Please don't look for the retest scores until this weekend; I hope you all did well!

Homework for Wednesday, 4/14

Trans Math: Juicy Foods ws
*Be sure to complete the Juicy Foods sheet including the bar graphs.
*You MAY use a calculator to calculate the percentages.
*Due Thursday so you can complete the partner discussion questions in class.

Pre-Algebra: Scale Drawings
*This is just the little half-sheet I handed out in class ... it actually had no title and no page number.
*On 14 - 16 you need to draw the objects on graph paper using the given scale.
*On 17 - 19 you need only to find the dimensions; they do not need to be drawn.
*Unfortunately, if you forgot to pick up or lost the worksheet, I forgot the worksheet at school too. So please send me an email if you need me to send you an alternative problem set. Thanks!
*Due Thursday
DON'T FORGET the retest is in class Thursday. Come prepared to spend a quiet hour in class whether you are retesting, using this as a study time for another class, reading, or drawing. Do well!

Homework for 4/13

Trans Math: Percent Story Problems
*Make sure you do both sides of the page!
*Due: Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: Choice #2
You should have selected one of the following worksheets -
1) Sock Problems ws 51
2) Extreme Juggling ws 52
3) Unit Conversion ws 148
If you forgot your worksheet at school, you must complete page 310, 13 - 15 AND page 311, problems 19 and 22 in order to get full credit.
*Due Wednesday

Homework for 4/12

Trans Math: Discounts worksheet
*Be sure to set up your proportions carefully!
*A "discount" is the amount of money you save.
*A "percent off" is the discounted amount.
*A "sale price" is the amount paid after the discount.
Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: Choice #1
You should have selected one of the following worksheets-
1) Proportions ws 28
2) Measurement Wrap-up ws 52
3) Problem Solving with Ratios ws 101
4) Calculating Proportions ws 104
IF you forgot to pick up a worksheet or lost it, you must do pg 303, problems 36 - 41 in your book to get full credit tomorrow.
Due: Tuesday

Spring Break update

What to do this spring break? Take a break!
However, you can look forward to ...

Trans Math: completing the ratios, proportions, and percentages unit. I plan to have the test during conference week; most likely Monday the 19th.
Feel free to take a trip to Quizlet and get some practice in ... if you are looking for something to do, that is.

Pre-Algebra: We are building towards the retest on Thursday, April 15, so I can have your new scores in by spring conferences. Be thinking about what you and your study partner will be practicing this week. We will have a few application lessons, but you will also be picking your own focus for the homework.

I am updating your grades daily, but it's going slowly ... keep checking back in!
Happy spring,
Mo ;-)

Homework for 4/1

No Foolin'!

Trans Math: High Flyers ws
*Solve the problems according to the section directions.
*All work must be shown for every problem (in the way they ask for) or you will be doing this worksheet ALL over again.
*Due Friday

Pre-Algebra: Nada!
*Test Corrections in class tomorrow.

Homework for 3/31

Trans Math: Nada!
*Celebrate your mathiness.
*Congrats to Anna & Danny for "winning the bag!"

Pre-Algebra: choose one set from the list below
(of course you should study whatever you need as well)
*6.1 pg. 318, 7 - 12 (Ratios & Rates)
*6.2 & 6.3 pg. 319, 13 - 22 (Proportions)
*6.4 to 6.6 pg. 320 - 321, 23 - 30 (Similar figures)
*6.7 & 6.8 pg. 321, 31 - 35 (probability)
Due Thursday
****Chapter 6 TEST!****
(your in-class notes are allowed)

Homework for Tuesday, 3/30

Trans Math: M&M Packet
*Use your check-list to make sure you have all of the parts of your packet.
*We will be doing the "prediction" piece in class tomorrow. Come prepared to guess well!
*Due: at the beginning of the period Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: Chapter Test, pg. 322
*DO NOT do problems 1 & 2 ... those are busy work at this point.
*Solve the remaining problems in whatever way works for you. Of course if it doesn't work, you will have to figure something else out between now & Thursday.
*Use your textbook as a reference for solving these problems!
*Due Wednesday
(be thinking about the lesson-section you need to work on for your choice homework tomorrow)

Homework for 3/29

Trans Math: Percent of a Number ws
*Again: say these to yourself as you set up the proportion to make sure they make sense!
*For #17, you do not need to know the circumference, you just need to make ONE revolution ...
*Due Tuesday
*M&M Packets are due Wednesday - be sure you are as caught up as you can be!
*You will get a check-list in class on Tuesday.

Pre-Algebra: Super Size ws
*Be sure to use graph paper to "blow up" these polygons!
*Create a polygon that is NOT one of the polygons already used.
*Be sure to include the scale: make it reasonable!
*Due Tuesday
NOTES: For those of you absent on Friday, 3/26 - be sure to read chapter 6.8: "making a tree diagram" and "the counting principle."
*For those of you absent today, you can read up on scale drawings, but you will have to wait to get the homework when you get back to school.
*THE TEST for CHAPTER 6 WILL BE THIS THURSDAY!

Homework for 3/25

So sorry everyone, I just got home a bit ago and am distracted by Carl watching the Huskies lose the basketball tournament. So, here 'tis:

Trans Math: Percents & Proportions ws
*Several of you forgot it in class, so you will have to get it tomorrow. I left a few copies of it in the file.
*Remember to SAY the equation to yourself after you set it up.
*Due Friday

Pre-Algebra: pg. 309, 7 - 11
*Be sure to keep probability & odds straight!
*Think about part-to-whole and part-to-part.
*Due Friday

Homework for 3/24

Trans Math: Table Problem Solving
*Count your boxes carefully!
*THINK about the problems and what they are asking.
*Use a similar, simpler problem to figure out how to set up the equations.
*Due Thursday

Pre-Algebra: pg. 302, 12 - 27
*These are simply the measurements you would use for scale drawings.
*Yes, the homework should be that simple!
*Due Thursday

Homework for 3/23

Trans Math: M&Ms continued ...
*complete and turn in tomorrow: YOUR stack bar
*also the percents, ratios, histogram ws

Pre-Algebra: pg. 298
*mid-chapter quiz ... all of it.
*Due Wednesday

Homework for 3/22

Trans Math: M&M Stuff
*Complete the following by tomorrow -
- Organized List w' 5-number summary
- All 6 box plots, colored & labelled, w' your data marked with a dot
- Central Tendencies ws (you may use a calculator to find the means)
*Due Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 296, 10 - 15
*Similarity & measurement
*Remember that the triangles will overlap and look weird, so you will probably need to draw them in order to keep track of corresponding sides ... or maybe you won't.
*Use your massive problem-solving skills to solve these!
*Due Tuesday

Homework for 3/18

Trans Math: Please complete your class data table for the M&Ms.
*You MAY use a calculator for your totals!
*Due Friday

Pre-Algebra: pg. 295, 6 - 9
*Yes, this is due tomorrow.
*Please drop it off in the in-basket.

Homework for 3/17

HAPPY ST. PATRICK´S DAY!

Trans Math: Percentage Boxes ws
*Be sure to show your work!
*Use your proportions to solve these.
*Due Thursday

Pre-Algebra: 6.4 practice ws
*There are two sides to this worksheet!
*Remember that corresponding points on similar figures are identified in order.
*I recommend drawing pictures and labelling the points to help you answer questions 1 - 6. It doesn´t matter what your quadrilateral looks like, just that it has 4 sides and that the figures are similar.
*Hi Daniel! Please complete pg. 290, 1 - 5 and pg. 291, 13 - 19.
*Due Thursday