Monday 8/29

Don't forget that there is a test over the material from chapter 1.   As I've been saying several times, that you may use your notes warmups or handouts to help.  Review your notes and use the chap. summary at the end of the chapter for practice problems, that have been worked out for you to check your answers.

Thurs 8/25

Today we finished our look at Lesson 1.3 with a linear equations bar model packet.

Be sure to check today's classwork at the link above.

Homework: Finish the rest of the linear equations worksheets

Wed. 8/24

We tackled the first part of Lesson 1.3 in class today, using a bar model to simplify and make sense of complicated questions.

We worked through the first two parts of Problem 1 together. You'll finish the second two parts on your own tonight.

Be sure to double-check your class work with the lesson linked above in the first sentence.

We'll continue with more bar model work tomorrow.

Homework: Textbook pages 26-27 (#3-4) PERIODS 3&4 CAN TRY, BUT WE WILL GO OVER IN CLASS ON THURS.

Tues 8/23

Today we tackled  Lesson 1.2, specifically concentrating on equations with infinite solutions. 

Be sure to double-check your class work each day with the solutions provided here. If you're feeling a bit confused or overwhelmed at times (which is natural when you learn new things!), thoroughly reviewing the class work each day is a great way to help improve your understanding. It takes work, but it's worth it!

Homework: Textbook pages 22-23, "Talk the Talk"Probs 1&2

Wednesday 8/17

We completed Lesson 1.1 today and wrapped up our intro to writing and solving two-step equations. Be sure to check your classwork with the solutions provided at the Lesson 1.1 link.

Homework: Worksheet – please show work on a separate sheet of paper

Tues 8/16

Today in class we began Lesson 1.1 and will complete the second half of it tomorrow. Make sure to double check your class work answers each day with the solutions linked here (click on "Lesson 1.1" to see the solutions). We completed problem 1a-c in class; please check it!

We spent a lot of the class period collaborating with partners to solve problems, and sharing our thoughts together as a class.

Homework Prob#2 all pages 7-9

Monday 8/15

Today we broke out the laptops for the first time this year and got ourselves acquainted with Desmos.

If you didn't get a chance to set-up a Desmos account today you're welcome to do so at home using desmos.com/calculator. Look for the green Create Account button. It's free, and all you need is an email address or a Google account.

We did our first Desmos Activity today. If you didn't get a chance to finish in class, you can do so at home by entering class code ZJTP at student.desmos.com.

Thursday 8/11

We took the straw tower challenge in class today. Students worked in groups to build a freestanding tower using only 25 straws, one yard of painters tape, and one rubber band.

 I was really impressed with the teamwork, innovation, and perseverance I saw today. I think that bodes well for a great year! The groups worked hard the entire period and did an excellent job! Lets keep this going classes!

Homework: None

Wednesday 8/10

Welcome to Mr. Vazquez's Math 8 class. Please be sure to bookmark this page and check back for daily updates! While you're poking around, feel free to check out many of the links at the side of the blog to begin investigating different resources that may be of benefit this year.

Today in class we talked about my expectations for the school year, daily and weekly routines, and many other nuts and bolts that will set us up for a successful year together. Tonight's homework is to review the curriculum paper with parents and fill out the signature slip at the bottom., and to share the Carnegie resource guide with your parents. 

Math 8 Curriculum Paper

Parents, we know there's a lot of paperwork on the first few days of school. I apologize for the heavy workload, but do appreciate you taking the time to review these with your child as I consider them all essential to helping them get off to a great start this year.

I'm looking forward to a great year with everyone!