Weekly Update #1

Math 7A and 7B
We are currently working on Unit 2: Integers. So far this year students have learned how to add positive and negative integers.

Students completed a small assignment that was due today. Most students completed the assignment in the one period that was given - students that did not finish are required to complete on their own time. Typically assignments, quizzes, and exams will be marked and reported on PowerSchool within 5 school days and I try my best to have it graded as soon as possible. If a student did not hand the assignment in you will see a missing and late icon for that assignment. It is important that students ensure that they hand in assessments in a timely manner. It is important in Junior High that students start to take ownership of their own learning. If students do not take the opportunity to complete an assessment, they may receive a zero. As well, students may only work to complete tasks in the current reporting period. Therefore, once report cards are issued, marks are locked and zeros will be reluctantly awarded (if you see a grade of zero on PowerSchool students are still allowed to complete this assessment as long as it falls in the same reporting period).

Reporting Periods:
Term One: Sept 4 - Dec 2
Term Two: Dec 3 - March 31
Term Three: April 1 - June 2

There will be a quiz next week on Tuesday September 18th that covers adding integers and a few questions on subtracting integers using algebra tiles.    

If students are ever experiencing difficulties with any course material I am available for extra math help during lunch in Room 4.

Math 8C
We are currently working on Unit 2: Integers. So far this year students have learned how to multiply positive and negative integers.

If students are ever experiencing difficulties with any course material I am available for extra math help during lunch in Room 4.

There will be a quiz next week on Monday September 17th that covers multiplying integers.