September


 * The year has gotten off to a great start. Most of our students have graphing calculators that they can use at home. This is going to be a tremendous help!
 * Our first quiz was difficult for the students. They are getting used to the format and types of questions that will be asked of them. We have discussed the need for reinforcement of good study habits for their chapter test.
 * The classes are going very quickly. The entire period is being used up by most of us going over homework and new material. There is a lot of information in these first few chapters that takes time to explain. Everyone is encouraging the students to come in 9th period or during math lab if they feel they are not comprehending the material.
 * We finished our first chapter test. Most results were better than the quiz grades. Marlene and Jeri talked about the fairness of the test. Both of them felt that the questions were fair and not overly difficult. **(Update: Sue created a review sheet similar to the test to help the students get a better grasp of the material. Thanks Sue)**
 * Our chapter 3 quiz has been completed. The grades were much better than those of the first quiz and test. The students were glad to see this rise in grades also. I believe the students are getting more comfortable with the layout and types of questions being asked. The students are becoming more enthusiastic about asking questions and coming in for help. They have the classroom routines down pretty well and understand their expectations. Lets keep up the momentum! - Jeri