Needs

As always, I could really use some Kleenex. I am down to 2 boxes now. Allergies seem to be hitting the kids hard.

7th Grade Mathematics

We are concluding Lesson 3 in the first unit. It is a combination of the first two lessons where you are adding and subtracting integers. The homework packet should have been completed for homework last night. The week will go as follows:

• Monday- Finish page 21 – 23 in our Ready textbooks. Go over answers together in class.
• Tuesday – Check homework packet. Do an activity in class using counters (manipulatives) to help visualize the problems being solved. Homework: graphing activity #10
• Wednesday- Collect homework and homework packets. Continue working with counters to solve problems. Trick or Treat activity in class (homework if not complete).
• Thursday- Collect homework. We will possibly have the quiz today (if not Thursday, the quiz will be Friday).
• Friday- if the quiz takes place on Thursday, we will take a look at the new unit and start on Friday.

I know some parents were inquiring about quiz retakes. They are taking place during lunch. Students have to see me to get a pass and they can eat and work at that time.

Computer Applications

We are almost done exploring Microsoft Word. I have added participation points in for the quarter. Students start with 100 points. If they are not focused, they can lose up to 2 points per day. Students are still receiving approximately 3 assignments per week. They are given more than enough time in class to complete the work given. If your child is struggling please e-mail me and we can discuss any problems.

Questions

As always if you have any questions please feel free to e-mail me and I will get back to you as soon as I am able.

Thank you for your continued support in your child’s education,

Mrs. Osak