Every moment is an experience...an experience of observing, participating, learning, understanding, applying. This is true in math class as well. Join our math experience and be a part of the moments that shape our math learning.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Monday, August 15, 2011
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Lessons from Tanganika
My boys and I had the opportunity to visit Tanganika last week.
Watching the animals interact with each other and in some cases, the public, was very interesting.
Their natural antics and curiosity about their surroundings got me thinking...
Watching the animals interact with each other and in some cases, the public, was very interesting.
Their natural antics and curiosity about their surroundings got me thinking...
Monday, August 8, 2011
F-I-S-H
Our focus that drives us every day is the FISH Philosophy! You may have heard about the Pike's Fish Market in Seattle, WA and how businesses are using these concepts to become huge successes! If it can work in the business world, it will also work in our math classroom.
Here's what it is!
F...Focus on Attitude!
Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference. Come to class everyday with a positive attitude! You'll see what a difference it can make and how much more you can learn!
I...Interject Fun!
We are going to make learning math FUN! What other alternative do we have? Not having fun isn't even an option.
S...Serve Others!
We work with others every day and will continue to do so for the rest of our lives. If we try to make another person's day by treating them respectfully and positively, they'll feel better and surprisingly, so will you!
H...Here and Now!
It is important to be in the moment...not off daydreaming or planning what to do afterschool or doing homework for another class. You will be MISSING OUT on all the fun!
Friday, August 5, 2011
What Do I Need for Math Class?
That is a great question!
Thought you'd never ask. :)
To be a successful student in math, you will need to come prepared every day.
This means that you will have all the necessary materials needed to do the job...in other words, to do math.
Here is a list of items that I require you to bring every day. Be sure to always check that you have the items before coming to class.
You won't want to miss anything just because you forgot something!
1. 3-ring notebook with dividers. This will be just for math.
We are going to build our own math book this year! We have a math textbook, but we don't use it much!
2. Notebook paper - This can be in either form...loose leaf or spiral.
3. PENCILS, PENCILS, PENCILS, and a pen to two.
4. Calculator.
We have some to use in class, but often times students prefer to have their own, right at their fingertips.
Thought you'd never ask. :)
To be a successful student in math, you will need to come prepared every day.
This means that you will have all the necessary materials needed to do the job...in other words, to do math.
Here is a list of items that I require you to bring every day. Be sure to always check that you have the items before coming to class.
You won't want to miss anything just because you forgot something!
1. 3-ring notebook with dividers. This will be just for math.
We are going to build our own math book this year! We have a math textbook, but we don't use it much!
2. Notebook paper - This can be in either form...loose leaf or spiral.
3. PENCILS, PENCILS, PENCILS, and a pen to two.
4. Calculator.
We have some to use in class, but often times students prefer to have their own, right at their fingertips.
Thursday, August 4, 2011
A Sneak Peak!
For some of you, this won't be your first glimpse into the 8th grade math world.
For others, welcome aboard!
I spent some time this week getting things in order.
Bulletin Boards...check!
New reading books on the shelves...check!
Desk organized...check!
Lesson plans...not so much.
Don't worry, I'll have a plan by the time you get here! :)
Cords untangled and matched up to appropriate equipment...check!
Technology hooked up and going...check!
Excitement for a new year...check!
Can't wait to see you all again after a summer of relaxing and fun in the sun!
Looking forward to a great year!
Mrs. McCabe
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Welcome!
Welcome Parents and Students to the 8th Grade!
This year in math will be very exciting! As an 8th grader, you will be learning some new math concepts that you probably didn't even knew existed! Have you heard about Pythagoras and his famous theorem? What about slope and graphing lines? Did you know that you can find measurements without even taking out a ruler? Wow! So many new things!
Our goal each and every day will be to "Move Your Thinking". When thinking is "moved", learning occurs. Very cool!
Looking forward to seeing you in August!
Stay cool!
Mrs. McCabe
This year in math will be very exciting! As an 8th grader, you will be learning some new math concepts that you probably didn't even knew existed! Have you heard about Pythagoras and his famous theorem? What about slope and graphing lines? Did you know that you can find measurements without even taking out a ruler? Wow! So many new things!
Our goal each and every day will be to "Move Your Thinking". When thinking is "moved", learning occurs. Very cool!
Looking forward to seeing you in August!
Stay cool!
Mrs. McCabe
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