8th graders are working in Chapter 6, Application of Percent. In this chapter 8th graders are able to interchange fractions, decimals, and percents. We have also reviewed common fractions and their percent. We have taken our knowledge of fractions, decimals, and percents to solve percent problems. Students are able to solve percent problems with either and eqaution or proportion. 8th graders spent this past week learning about percent of change, percent of mark up & discount, selling & sale price, and regular price. They quizzed over those concepts today. 8th graders will be working with simple and compound interest next week (using a calculator) and then will test over Chapter 6 next Friday (Feb 17). If all goes as planned the test will be the last assesssment for the trimester.
Dolwing Catholic freshman registration is a couple weeks away, but I wanted to share some thoughts with you about the options for Math next year and things to consider when registering. There are three Math options for freshmen--Algebra A, Algebra I, and Advance Algebra I. Algebra A is for students who struggle in Math and would benefit from Math at a slower pace and in a smaller class size. Algebra I is what most students take. It is what most of you, as parents took. Advanced Algebra I is for students who do well in Math and want to maybe persue a career that requires math and science.
Some things to consider when registering for classes. You child will be recommended for their core classes (math, science, english, social studies) and will options for electives (foreign language, band, choir, art, etc).
1. What is your child going to be involved in? Most sports practice are 90-120 minutes, 6 times a week (football is even more). The Band practices before school and travel for competions in the fall. There are a lot of clubs and organizations to get involved in that require time outside of school. Make sure you child has time for everyting, including time for activities and homework.
2. There are 4-5 advanced classes available to freshman. Most require more work than a regular class. Know your child and how they handle homework, stress, etc. Just because they are recommended doesn't mean they have to take it.
3. High school is suppose to be fun. Time to be with friends, go to football games, be involved. Help you child find the balance of school and fun.
If you have any questions about registration, especially you first time parents, I would be glad to talk with you about it.
Enjoy the cold February weather and I look forward to seeing many of you at your last conferences at St Francis.
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