Math

Friday, December 13, 2013

Algebra Chapter 3 Quiz

Algebra Chapter 3 Quiz

Wednesday 12-18

Concepts on the quiz:

-linear functions
-multiplying binomials and the distributive property
-simplifying expressions
-generic rectangles
-writing the area as a product and sum

Extra practice to review for the quiz:
http://www.cpm.org/pdfs/pguides/CCA/CCA%20Parent%20Guide%20FULL.pdf

Pre Algebra Chapter 4 Test

Pre Algebra Chapter 4 Test

Wednesday 12-18

Concepts Covered:
Multiple Representations
-growth factor/slope
-patterns
-starting points; 0 figures; y-intercept
-graphs
-rules/equations

-simplifying expressions; distributive property
-interpreting graphs
-solving equations; distributive property
-proportions
-diamond problems

Extra practice can be found at:
http://www.cpm.org/parents/extraPractice.htm
Click on Core Connections 1-3, then choose course 3, then choose chapter 4.

Monday, November 18, 2013

Algebra Chapter 2 Test

Algebra classes will have a test on chapter 2 on Friday November 22nd. Students will brainstorm topics that will be covered in class on Tuesday to prepare to start studying. I will try to post a list of topic to study after students complete this task in class.

Concepts on the Test:
-Patterns/Growth Factor
-Writing Linear Equations from Graphs
-Writing Equations from a table, a Situation and a Graph
-Interpreting Graphs and Making Predictions
-Determining Points on a Line Using an Equation
-Solving Equations
-Writing Equations of Lines Using Points and Slopes, and Situations


Pre Algebra Chapter 3 TEST

The next TEST in Pre Algebra will be Friday November 22nd. It will cover the second half of chapter 3 in the CC3 text. Any material that has been learned prior to this chapter is also eligible to be on the TEST.

Specific concepts on the TEST:
-Patterns
-Tables, Graphs, Equations
-Simplifying Expressions
-Solving Equations
-Distributive Property
-Evaluating Expressions
-Graphing on a Coordinate Plane w/ area and perimeter


For extra practice go to the following link, then pick a course and pick Core Connections, Course 1-3, and go to the chapter needed for extra practice:
http://www.cpm.org/parents/extraPractice.htm

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Parents!!!

Check out this link for extra practice and CPM information...

http://cpm.org/parent.html

For a more dirent link for Pre Algebra:

http://www.cpm.org/parents/extraByCourseCC.htm

For more a more direct link for Algebra I:


http://www.cpm.org/parents/extraByCourseCCA.htm

Thursday, October 31, 2013

Pre Algebra Quiz Wed 11-6-13

The end of the marking period is Friday November 8, 2013.

The last quiz will be Wednesday November 6, 2013.

It will cover:
-solving inequalities (course 2, chapter 6, sections 6.1.3 and 6.1.4)
-solving equations (course 3, chapter 2, sections 2.1.8 and 2.1.9)
-evaluating expressions and using order of operations (checkpoint 2 in course 3)

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Algebra I CPM Website

Algebra Textbook

http://sc4095.textbooks.cpm.org

user name : um1
password: 4243

Pre Algebra CPM Websites

Course 2 Textbook
http://sc1837.textbooks.cpm.org

user name: um1
password: 6951

Course 3 Textbook:
http://sc8364.textbooks.cpm.org

user name: um1
password: 9921

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Algebra Study Guide

1.2.1 to 1.2.2 Quiz Friday 9-27

Algebra
1.2.1 and 1.2.2 Quiz
Study Guide

Sections on Quiz:
1.2.1 How can I describe a graph?
1.2.2 What is the difference?
Review material (see below)

Resources:
-calculator (on most of the quiz)
-notebook

Concepts:
-Area and perimeter of rectangles and composite figures (review)
-writing algebraic equations (pre assessment)
-Diamond problems
-analyzing scatterplots with lines of best fit
-graphing ordered pairs on a coordinate plane (review)
-Order of Operations (review)

-Operations with integers (review) 

Pre Algebra 2.1.1 to 2.1.3 Quiz Study Guide

Quiz Date: Friday 9-27 or Monday 9-30

Pre Algebra
2.1.1 to 2.1.3 Quiz
Study Guide

Sections on Quiz:
2.1.1 What is a variable?
2.1.2 What is perimeter?
2.1.3 What does “minus” mean?
Review material (see below)

Resources:
-calculator (on most of the quiz)
-notebook
-Algebra tiles

Concepts:
-Area and perimeter of rectangles and composite figures
-Combining like terms
            -simplifying algebraic expressions
            -creating and simplifying algebraic expressions with algebra tiles
-Operations w/ fractions (review)
-Order of Operations (review)

-Operations with integers (review) 

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Pre Algebra Graph/Homework

Homework:
-read number 1-28 in text and create a new graph for taller people
     -make sure to change your increments
-come up with a reasonable title

Initial graph for Newton's Revenge problem 1.1.4

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwVIFxfWsCRIQTE2eW9MNUlUUUE/edit?usp=sharing



Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Welcome Back!

Welcome back to school! I hope you are excited as I am to begin a new year and to continue learning algebraic concepts in 7th grade math. This year is going to be a new challenge for you, but you have to remember to keep up with your classwork, homework and organization in order to find success this year. Also, you are reminded to ALWAYS ask questions for clarification or if you do not understand something. You are welcome to ask during class, but can ALWAYS ask me or talk to me individually.

The attached link is a copy of the Welcome Letter distributed on the first day of school.

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwVIFxfWsCRINDUyS1g5dlZEWFk/edit?usp=sharing

This year brings many changes regarding the math curriculum in Upper Moreland, mostly at the secondary levels. More to follow...

Again, I'm excited to get the school year started and look forward to getting to know each of you!

Ms. Schuck

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Alg I End of the Year Plan

Algebra May 15, 2013 to June 10, 2013

-8-4 Factoring ax^2+bx+c (lesson quiz)
-8-5 Factoring Special Polynomials
-8-6 Choosing a Factoring Method (8-5 and 8-6 quiz)

-9-1 to 9-4 Quadratic Functions (lesson quizzes and mid chapter quiz)

Final Exam: given the week of June 10th
     -review packet will be handed out on Friday May 24th

Pre Algebra End of Year 2013

Pre Algebra May 15, 2013 to June 10, 2013

-10-5 Solving for a Variable (lesson quiz)
-10-6 Systems of Equations  (lesson quiz)
-Chapter 11 Graphing Lines  (lesson quizzes, mid chapter quiz, end of chapter quiz)
-Chapter 9 Percents (if time permits)

Final Exam week of June 10th
     -review packet will be distributed Friday May 24, 2013

Friday, March 15, 2013

Pre Algebra Percents Websites

Wheel of Fortune Percent Game

Mission Magnette: Fractions, Decimals, Percents

Math Playground: Troy’s Toys

Balloon Invaders: Percent of a Number

Algebra Take Home Mid Term

Algebra I students will be receiving a copy of the Mid Term Exam to be completed at home for a grade. Since we are not required to take mid term exams at the middle school, I wanted to take this opportunity to have students complete the material as a review and for a small assessment grade.

Students are to complete the material on their own and are expected to hand in packets on time.

Please email me if you have any questions: mschuck@umtsd.org.

Due Date: March 26th

Algebra Chapter 6 Test/Cumulative Test

Copies of Algebra Chapter 6 Assessment for review at home:

Multiple Choice
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwVIFxfWsCRIbXp0MXNFSVZ0OUk/edit?usp=sharing

Short Answer
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwVIFxfWsCRIOXNySGRrTm5xREE/edit?usp=sharing


In an ongoing effort to better prepare for year end testing, the following is a cumulative chapter 6 test that includes concepts from chapter 1-6, with answers. To be used as a review on your own at home...

Chapter 6 Cumulative Review
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwVIFxfWsCRIVVpyRGZiZFR1QlU/edit?usp=sharing

Monday, February 25, 2013

Algebra Chapter 6 Test Reviews

Algebra will have a Chapter 6 Test on Tuesday March 5th.

The following link is a copy of the books tests with answers for students to use as a review at home:

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwVIFxfWsCRIOUpvWVktTzY5Nms/edit?usp=sharing

Monday, February 11, 2013

Boys Basketball Announcement

(read Wednesday 2-6)

Yesterday in Bear Country, the 7th grade basketball team improved their record to 4 and 3 and beat the Lions of Lower Moreland 32-20.

Offensively the Bears were lead by Ryan Coyle who dropped 20, and earned 7 of his points from the free throw line. Also scoring for the Bears were Jacob Villanueva, Kevin Walder and Josh Brown, who was 100% from the free throw line.

Defensively, the Bears played the best team defense they have played all season. Brett Brossman led the team in steals and blocks, while Jacob Villanueva led the team in rebounds…again.

Kevin Walder had his best game of the season finishing with 8 points, 2 steals, 6 rebounds, and held Lower Moreland’s best player to 8 points.

The Bears have one more regular season game next week at Cederbrook.

Go Bears!

Math Playground

Area and Perimeter

http://www.mathplayground.com/area_perimeter.html

Tuesday, January 29, 2013

7th Grade Basketball Announcement

(read on Wed 1-30)

Yesterday the boys 7th grade basketball team earned another win and beat the Cardinals of Sandy Run 42-25. The Bears led a balanced attack and played exceptional defense led by Cole Kitchen who led the team in steals.

Other leaders included power rebounders Jacob Villanueva and Dawson Ruggles. Ryan Coyle led in assists and points finishing with 15.

Other scorers included Brett Brossmas, Jacob Villanueva, Brett Broderick, Brendan Olexa, Nick Donovan and Griffin Shallcross.

The Bears play tomorrow at Keith Valley and look to continue their winning streak.

Next week the boys take on Lower Moreland at home on Tuesday. Come out and cheer them on...don't forget your notes from your parents for Mr.Petrash.

Go Bears!!!!

Algebra I

Chapter 6 deals with systems of linear equations and inequalities. There will be a lesson quiz after each lesson, a mid chapter quiz and a final cumulative assessment.

As we continue through algebraic concepts it is important to recognize that the material will be increasingly more challenging. Please make sure to ask questions, ask for help, attend lunch time review sessions and STUDY!

Pre Algebra: Scales Practice Quiz

Pre Algebra: Scale Practice Quiz

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwVIFxfWsCRIQkJfeXFIMmpjYUE/edit

Pre Algebra Scale Models

7-8 Scale Models Power Point Presentation

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwVIFxfWsCRIcThhbkZFQ3luSjg/edit

Friday, January 11, 2013

Next Week 1-14

Coming up...

Pre Algebra
-Mid Chapter 7 Quiz on Tuesday 1-15: 7-1 to 7-4 Ratios and Proportions

Algebra I
-Chapter 5 Test on Wednesday 1-16: Linear Functions

Practice Chapter 5 Tests w/ Answers for Algebra I
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0BwVIFxfWsCRINE9qeXNBcDZoWms/edit

End of the marking period: Friday 1-25

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Algebra 5-6 Lesson Quiz: Slope Intercept Form

Attached is the copy of the 5-6 lesson quiz taken on 1-8. Please be aware that it was reviewed in class and will be continuouly reviewed throughout the remainer of the year.

https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwVIFxfWsCRISWNDRjBrb1ZzVUU

Thge following link is to a packet of practice problems involving Slope Intercept Form.

https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwVIFxfWsCRISGEwcTROYWNIZWM