Tuesday 11/17/15

•Number Systems Unit: Students were given a study guide last Friday in order to start preparing for the district common assessment for the unit (on THURSDAY 11/19). They were asked to try as many problems on their own as possible, however, we began reviewing each problem one at a time yesterday. The last few problems need to be attempted tonight, if not already completed, as we will finish going over the rest of the study guide and any final questions tomorrow.

•SLOT(Bellwork): We have put a “pause” on one- step equations. Instead, we are reviewing multiplying/dividing fractions and adding/subtracting fractions as part of preparing for the district assessment.

HOMEWORK:
Use the study guide to prepare for the District Common Assessment!

Important Dates:
Wednesday, Nov. 18 – Late Start
Wed. Nov. 25- Sun. Nov. 29 – Thanksgiving break

Wednesday 11/11/15

•Number Systems Unit: Multiplying and dividing positive and negative fractions and mixed numbers. Students made a foldable for their math notebook and have been using it as they work.

•SLOT(Bellwork): One-step addition and subtraction equations with decimals.

Some students are solving the SLOT practice correctly on a consistent basis, but many continue to have mistakes because mastery involves remembering the rules for equations, plus adding/subtracting decimals, PLUS integer rules for adding and subtracting. We will continue to work on this daily, however, I am available most days before or after school (except Mondays) for additional help. I prefer students try to let me know in advance in case I have a scheduled meeting or conflict.

HOMEWORK:

Hours 0,4,5: worksheet #20

Hours 2,6: worksheet #19

Important Dates:

Wednesday, Nov. 18 – Late Start

Wed. Nov. 25- Sun. Nov. 29 – Thanksgiving break

Friday, 10/30/15

Students worked on a study guide for 7.NS.A.2- multiplying/dividing integers and decimals; converting fractions to decimals using long division. Students can also use worksheets 11-15 for additional review. We will start class on Monday reviewing the answers to the study guide and answering any additional questions students have. (Hour 0 did not have class time to work on the study guide, as we were catching up from missed class time on Monday due to the Pink Shirt Day assembly, but received it to complete for homework.)

Additionally, we are continuing to practice one-step equations with integers and decimals. (This is NOT on Monday’s quiz!)

HOMEWORK:

Complete and review the study guide for 7.NS.A.2 if not completed in class to prepare for Monday’s quiz.

Important Dates:
Tuesday, Nov. 3 – NO SCHOOL (Election Day)

Wednesday, Nov. 18 – Late Start

Wed. Nov. 25- Sun. Nov. 29 – Thanksgiving break