FCAT math

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Lakewood High School's Internet Agreement

New Rule from Pinellas County:

  1. You can only go to the Internet site that is specified by Mr. Thompson.
  2. A seating chart must be made (So that the user of a particular computer at a particular time, can be traced).
    • So do not switch seats or computers, instead:
    • Tell Mr. Thompson about any problems being experienced and let him fix it.

Parents, you can see your child's grades on
 Parent Connect.
  • Parents Please Note:  In Ascend, each student goes at their own pace, so the number of items your child has done may not match the number of headings in the markbook.
  • Parent Letter - Math

Wednesday May 6, 2009

Math

Announcements:
  • The computer systems in different wings are being updated.  They will be going down at various times.
  • Six-Week #6, Aim: Obtain more than 60% on Grade 10 FCAT type problems.
  • Week 2:  4/29 - 5/06
  • Week 3:  5/06 - 5/11
  • Geometry - Angles - Triangles
  • Ascend
 Topics:
Bellwork:
  • Boot up your computer or do problems on White Board (in case of computer problems.).
Materials:
  • Computer, Notebook, pencil.
Vocabulary:
  • Triangle, Interior Angles, Exterior Angles, Corresponding Angles, Alternate Angles, Supplementary Angles, Parallel Lines

Method:
  • Angles of a Triangle.
    • Review Angles at a Point and Parallel Lines.
    • Introduction-Use movement of a meter stick on White Board to illustrate:
      • Sum of Interior Angles
      • Sum of Exterior Angles
    • Classwork-Do the problems given.
  • Ascend Math Program
    • Do at least 2 post-tests per day. Your passing score will be increased to 70%. (Check with Mr. Thompson.)
    • Note:
      • Never guess.  
      • Work Carefully!
      • Learn the principles from Mr. Thompson.
      • Use a notebook, work neatly.
      • Use a FCAT type Calculator (they cost $1 in the Dollar Shop or in some drug stores, and at Office Depot right now!)
  • FCAT Explorer - Grade 10
    • Do at least 10 problems in each session.
    • Keep track of your scores. Aim for more than 60% on each Benchmark.
    • Make a date with Mr. Thompson to work on your weak areas.
  • At end of class, go to START / logoff as "you"  
  • Do not close the computer.
Evaluation:
  • Good classes.
  • Exterior Angles not done.
  • No computers were used today.

Advisory  Due Friday, May 8, 2009

(Class Rules)

Wednesday,  May 6, 2009
    Essay 20: 
Why is it important for young people to honor, respect, and obey their parents and elders?
  • Make your points in at least 3 paragraphs.

Evaluation:
  • Good class.

Rules of Arithmetic and Algebra


Ascend Math Program
FCAT EXPLORER
FCAT Strands and Benchmarks -Go to Page 11 or click on the binoculars, type in the benchmark number exactly as given, click on the search button.
Parent Letter - Math

 

Math Grade Weighting and Ranges

Class Rules

 Ascend direct

Send your questions and comments to

thompsonty@pcsb.org

  • You should receive an answer within 24 hours.
  • This will enable one on one communication with Mr. Thompson at any time and from any place.
  • If you do not already have an e-mail account, you can get a free e-mail account by clicking here .
  • Please tell your parents about this class' website (www.tagt.biz). Show them how to get to it.
  • Mr. Thompson is available after school in B212 every day (barring anything unforeseen), from 1: 20 to 2:20 P.M.

Teacher: Tyrone A. G. Thompson

 
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