What's Going On? September 29th through October 3rd

Reasoning and Proof

This week we will be finishing up our unit on reasoning and proof.  We have been getting to know the basic structure of two column proofs by applying them to something we're already pretty familiar with: solving algebraic equations.  Now we'll start applying our knowledge of two column proofs to some geometric principles.

Then we will spend a class period reviewing our unit on reasoning and proof before we take our second summative assessment on Thursday.  Please remember that students can be eligible for a test retake if all formative work is completed by the start of class on Thursday.  Please check out Infinite Campus to make sure you are up-to-date with all assignments for the unit.

What's Going On? September 22nd through September 26th

Unit 2: Reasoning and Proof

This week we will continue our study on reasoning and proof.  Last week we started learning about "Conditional Statements".  This week we will further our study by talking about deductive reasoning and how we can give a formal argument using a two-column proof.  We will start by applying two-column proof to Algebraic concepts.  Once students start to grasp the concept of proofs with Algebra, we will start to apply our knowledge to Geometric proofs.

On Tuesday the 3rd period freshmen enrolled in the course will complete the first of three math MAP tests for the year.  The 8th period freshmen enrolled in the course will MAP test on Thursday.  The math MAP test is designed to chart a student's growth in math knowledge throughout the year.  

On Friday, students will take a short formative assessment on logic statements and our introduction to proof. This will help students prepare and get feedback for next week's summative assessment which is scheduled for Thursday.

If students have questions, they can come see me for extra help.  I am currently available starting at 7am each morning until I go on maternity leave.  Once I am on maternity leave, students can make arrangements with our long-term substitute, Mrs. Rahn, for extra help.

What's Going On? September 15th-September 19th

Basics of Geometry

This week in Honors Geometry we'll be finishing up our first unit on the Basics of Geometry.  We will start off the week by learning about the different types of polygons.  We'll take a look at examples and non-examples of polygons to craft our own definitions for the figures.  We'll then talk about ways to classify the different types of polygons that we'll encounter in our class.

Once we conclude our study of polygons we'll review all of the material discussed in class so far this year.  Our first summative assessment will take place during class on Thursday.  Please remember that summative assessments now account for 100% of a student's grade.  Students who are interested in earning the privilege of a test retake must have all of their formative work completed by the beginning of class on Thursday.

If students have questions or need extra help, I am available at school each day beginning at 7:00am.  I ask that students schedule an appointment so that I know when to expect them.  I'm here to help!

What's Going On? September 7 - September 11

Basics of Geometry

In Honors Geometry this week we'll continue our study of the Basics of Geometry.  We will start the week by performing basic constructions using a compass and a straight edge.  We will be able to accurately duplicate segments and angles.  We will also be able to bisect angles and construct perpendicular bisectors.  On our second day of class for the week we will have our first formative assessment.  The formative assessment will focus on applying the vocabulary we have learned about during the first week of class.  We will also focus on using the segment and angle addition postulates.  We will finish up the week by talking about deductive reasoning and start applying Geometric concepts to the coordinate plane.