6th Grade Math – Mrs. VonFeldt
7th Grade Math – Mrs. VonFeldt & Mrs. Evans
We are in the middle of our study of geometry in 7th grade math, as we move through Module 9 in our book. Last week we added circle circumference and area to our skills toolbox. We will use the area and circumference as we determine the areas of composite figures and the surface areas of prisms and cylinders. This year we will learn to use a formula to find the area of prisms and cylinders rather than using NETS like we did in 6th grade. Here are two examples to help students see how to use a net or a formula to find the surface area of prisms:
8th Grade Math – Mrs. Evans
This week in 8th grade math we will be solving systems of equations by substitution. This puts together all the skills we have in manipulating equations with a degree of great logic and results in our ability to solve some complex real world problems. Here is a video to help you and your students understand how to solve systems of equations:
Algebra – Mrs. VonFeldt
This week in Algebra we are beginning our study of quadratic equations. First, we learn to multiply polynomials using different methods: a table, distribute factors, multiply vertically, and FOIL. The most popular way is the FOIL method. Watch the quick video below as a refresher.