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Math 8–Please delete the Apple Course from the first day of class–technical issues  cannot be resolved.

Today in class we completed a math assessment. I also assigned a fractions concept matching activity for completion.

Next class is a presentation:  Math Catchers.

Intro to class. Discussion of rules and expectations.

Please work on getting a graphing calculator in the next few weeks.

Started our first puzzle today!

Welcome Back. Today we reviewed class rules and expectations.

You will need a separate notebook for vocabulary and concepts.

Please make sure you have a calculator and all necessary supplies.

Try this puzzle:

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fill in the lines with 0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 so that the first number is divisible the first two digits are divisible by 2, the first three digits are divisible by 3, etc. How far can you go?

Shortened day for Terry Fox Run.

Check out this comparison of Tim Horton’s large vs. extra large news story.

Today we are continuing to review basic exponent topics.

We completed a review of the exponent laws, worked through the exponent law worksheet. Check your answers!

OCt 23 Handouts

We also updated our concept books with the exponent laws.

Today we discussed stretching and compressing in the x direction in depth.

Assigned Section 1.3 and then go back and look at 1.2.

Next class–quiz on f(x).

Next class–last topic inverse.

Today was a busy day! We explored Polygons and the general characteristics. We made polygon art! We also reviewed how to make parallel lines using construction (will review on Wednesday). We also reviewed the Parallel lines laws (X, Z, Corresponding angles, same side of the transversal add to 180).  Homework:  Two handouts on finding angles

Also:  You will need a notebook and graph paper for this course. Please cover your textbook.

Welcome to Math 10. This will be a busy year for all of us! Let’s get started.

Supplies needed for the year: Agenda, Binder, Paper, Pencils, Rulers, Graph Paper, Notebook, Protractor, Calculator (scientific)

Ted Talk: Hans Rosling: The best stats you’ve ever seen

http://www.ted.com/playlists/77/new_to_ted.html

Homework:  Essay~Why Should I Do My Best in Math Class. Include an introduction that tells me about yourself and then answers the question.

Index Card: Represent your creativity on the Index Card to add to our empty bulletin board! Can’t wait to see your artistic endeavours.