Hello Everyone!

I am very excited to be back at Mann for another year! Algebra is an extremely challenging course for seventh and eighth graders, but also one of the most useful. With hard work we will all finish this year with great scores and a new found respect for math.

All the assignments and updates for my classes are available on Grade Book Wizard at www.gradebookwizard.com just log-in and select your course.

The Algebra Upgrade program is also available for all students to practice Algebra content at home, just visit www.learningupgrade.com.

I am here to help and answer any questions, please feel free to ask.

Algebra 1 is a college preparatory course which satisfies an A-G requirement for college entrance. The basic algebra skills covered in the course are the building blocks for most math classes students will take in the future.

This year we will be exploring the curriculum through the use of the units based on the clusters used for the CST. These include: Number Properties, Operations and Linear Equations; Graphing and Systems of Linear Equations; Quadratics and Polynomials; and Functions and Rational Expressions.

Club Caltech is an after school club where high achieving students learn about higher education. Topics discussed include: college entrance process and requirements, financial aid, career options, and student life. Students in the club sometimes also tutor other students as a way to begin their community service experience. The club is also visited by counselors from Mann and Crawford High who offer information on classes and opportunities at the schools.

 

In previous years Club Caltech gone on a field trip to UCSD where we explored the campus, visited dorms, and even ate in a dining hall, and participated in the GSDCMC Field Day. We hope to compete in more math competitions this year.

 

There is a bulletin board with information and meeting dates in the downstairs hallway of the 600 building. Contact Ms. Weaver if you are interested in joining the club!

Horace Mann Middle School
Anna Weaver