Happy New Year!
I hope everyone had a restful break, enjoyed intersession week, and are ready to start the second semester!
In Algebra, we started an equations and functions unit, which, in my opinion, is the "heart" of Algebra. On Monday, we solved one and two step equations using inverse operations. We'll practice some more on Wednesday, and then take our first quiz on Friday. Homework was a half sheet with 5 one-step equations and 5 two-step equations, due on Wednesday. I am expecting that everyone will come in on Wednesday with the homework completed to the best of their ability!
On Tuesday, the Geometry students had a substitute, as I went with the Freshmen on a day trip to the Biosphere. Students began a circles unit with some circle vocabulary, and finding area and circumference of circles. Homework was short and sweet, with a few challenge problems I'd like the students to try. For example, how would you find the area of a half-circle or quarter-circle?
Both homework assignments will be posted on the homework pages.
