Thurman's Math Marvels

Thursday, 5-8

Good Luck tomorrow at Field Day!  Play hard and make right choices!  I'll see you there!

1st Period:

We started today reviewing basic computation skills and math facts by doing the mad minute and Computation Challenge # 7.  Then we worked with the Hands on Equations kits to help us practice solving equations with multiple steps.

2nd Period:

We started today by reviewing and practicing our computation skills with Computation Challenge # 7.  Then we spent the rest of class, working with the Hands on Equations kits to solve multi-step equations.

Wednesday, 5/7

1st Period:

We finished solving warm-up # 14, practiced some basic facts with the Mad Minute, and then reviewed basic skills and mental math with Computation Challenge # 6.  Once we finished our daily review, we practiced solving equations using the Hands on Equations materials.

2nd Period:

We started class with Computation Challenge # 6.  Then we spent the rest of class practicing solving equations with the Hands on Equations materials.

Friday, 5/2

1st Period:

Remember to bring your pencils and agenda to class everyday!  We began with Warm-up #11.  Then, we did Computation Challenge #3.  Monday, we will start our new activity with equations.  No slackers allowed!

2nd Period:

We practiced solving equations by beginning with Warm-up #11.  Next, we did Computation Challenge #3.  Then, we did P3CR #1.  Monday, we will start our new activity with equations.

Have a good weekend!

Wed., 4/30

All students:  Please remember to bring back the form about my classes that was sent home with you on Monday for your parents to sign.  We need to get schedules adjusted quickly. 

1st Period:

We got back into our normal routine.  We began with a real world application problem using equations for our Warm-up. We used the 5 steps to problem solving to find the solution to this problem.  Then we sharpened our computation skills through Computation Challenge # 1.  Last, we began to play an equation review game.  We will continue the game tomorrow.  Our focus for these last few weeks of school is to gain a solid understanding of the basic skills that will help us be successful in high school Math 1 next year.

2nd Period:

We began with a real world application problem using equations for our Warm-up. We used the 5 steps to problem solving to find the solution to this problem.  Then we sharpened our computation skills through Computation Challenge # 1.  Last, we played an equivalents review game.  We will continue with an equation game tomorrow.  Our focus for these last few weeks of school is to gain a solid understanding of the basic skills that will help us be successful in high school Math 1 next year.

Wednesday, 4/23

1st Period:

We went over the probability practice from yesterday and reviewed test taking strategies.  Several of you asked for more practice problems.  We gave you the Sample Test problems 1-26 so that you could practice on your own and can check your answers during Homeroom tomorrow with Mrs. Clody or myself.  THIS IS NOT HOMEWORK!!!  It is only if you want extra practice.  Mrs. Clody offered to be here on Friday morning at 8:20 am for any last minute help.  This session is only for specific help; that means, if you don't bring specific problems that you have tried to work out, then you will not be allowed to enter.

2nd Period:

We will meet for the full connections block tomorrow.  We will continue to practice test taking strategies while reviewing all of the material taught this year.

CRCT Eve - Tuesday, 4/22

1st Period:

We practiced test taking skills with a review of probability today.  Tomorrow we will meet for the whole connections block so we will have the same amount of time as usual.  We will continue with practicing test taking strategies with a mixed review of all math concepts you have learned this year.

2nd Period:

We practiced test taking skills with a review of systems of equations today.  Thursday,  we will meet for the whole connections block so we will have the same amount of time as usual.  We will continue with practicing test taking strategies with a mixed review of all math concepts you have learned this year.

Wow! Time flies! - Friday, 4/18

To all my classes:  As CRCT time nears, I wanted to let you know my schedule for next week.  I will be here at 8:00 am on Monday and Tuesday (4/21-22) if you want extra help. 

0 Period:  It has been my pleasure teaching all of you!  You have worked hard.  Thank you and best wishes for CRCT and beyond! 

Our classes were scheduled to end today, but I will be here on Monday and Tuesday at our normal 8:00am time if you want to come for extra help.  I will not be here before school during CRCT Testing (Wednesday, 4/23- Tuesday, 4/29).  After testing, I will be here at 8:00am Wednesday (4/30) and Friday (5/2) if you need help with anything Math. 

1 Period:  I enjoy teaching you all!  You are doing great!  Remember-NO SLACKERS!  :)

Bring your CRCT Coach book until next Friday.  We will continue to meet as usual.  Due to CRCT testing, we will meet at normal times on Monday and Tuesday, but at different times on Wednesday and Friday (Thursday you will only meet with your 2nd period during the Connections block).

2 Period:  I enjoy teaching all of you!  Thanks for all your hard work and best wishes for CRCT and beyond!

Sadly, our class was scheduled to end today, but I will be here next week if you need help before the CRCT Math section on Friday morning.  I will be here to meet with you on Monday and Tuesday at our normal time and Thursday during the Connections block.  Bring anything Math that you need help with and your CRCT Coach book to these classes.

Thursday, 4/3

0 Period:

Wednesday, we practiced solving absolute value equations through our warm-up and Math-O game.  Friday, we will review and practice inequalities.  Remember, you can use Skills Tutor at home with Internet access.  Just go to the Awtrey web page and click on the Skills Tutor button.

1 Period:

Wednesday, we practiced solving absolute value equations through our warm-up and Math-O game.  Today, we used Skills Tutor in the lab to review and practice equations and inequalities.  You can also use Skills Tutor at home with Internet access.  Just go to the Awtrey web page and click on the Skills Tutor button.

2 Period:

Wednesday, we practiced solving absolute value equations through our warm-up and Math-O game.  Today, we solved practice CRCT problems for our warm-up and then reviewed and practiced inequalities with the "I have...Who has?" game.

Tuesday, April Fool's

1 Period:

We were no fools today; we worked hard by continuing to review solving equations.  You still need to review integers and fractions on your own.  We also practiced for CRCT with the warm-up problems.  Tomorrow, we will be working with absolute value, so brush up to be ready.

2 Period:

We practiced solving CRCT type problems for our wam-up today.  Next, we practiced solving equations by playing Math-O and everyone did well.  Nice!  Now, if we could just cut the extra commentary, we'd really rock!  Tomorrow, we will be working with absolute value so it would behoove you to refresh yourself on this.

Monday, 3/31

0 Period:

We worked practice CRCT problems for our warm-up today.  Then, we reviewed equations through the "I have, Who has?" game.  Wednesday, we will review inequalities.  I will be here the week after Spring Break at our normal meeting times to continue our review and practice problem solving strategies.  You may also bring in any problems from your regular Math class that you are still having trouble with for me to help you with. 

1 Period:

We worked practice CRCT problems for our warm-up today.  Then, we reviewed equations through the Relay Race.  You all did well once you understood how the game worked.  Way to go!  It did show us that we still have some weaknesses in our basic skills (fractions, integers, multiplication facts).  Please continue to practice your multiplication facts and memorize your square numbers.  These will be VERY USEFUL on the CRCT since you can't use a calculator.  Remember, you may also bring in any problems from your regular Math class that you are still having trouble with for me to help you with.

2 Period: 

We worked practice CRCT problems for our warm-up today.  Then, we reviewed equations through the "I have, Who has?" game.  You all did great work today!  Thank you!  Remember, you may also bring in any problems from your regular Math class that you are still having trouble with for me to help you with.