Week 10 at University High!

This week has been great! I began teaching five class periods which is full time for me. My general Pre-Calculus classes are learning about inequalities, and my Honors classes are learning how to model with functions. I have been excited about modeling with functions, because we were able to complete a small group activity with a manipulative. The students actually had to take a paper, cut it, and model functions associated with it. It has helped them get a better since of how it relates to real world objects and ideas. In addition, I have been looking forward to the next chapter in the book which deals with polynomial functions. I plan on implementing a project where the students have to create a polynomial function related to their own roller coaster ride that they design. The project will be worked with partners. It will probably be a week long project, because we will have to cover all the concepts associated with polynomials through a worksheet activity. Then, they will create a poster with their roller coaster and present it to the class. I have been able to be organized and prepared to look at the span of the entire semester. So, I have a rough draft of what I will teach until I am done mid-December for both of the classes I teach. I still can't believe that we are already ten weeks into the semester. As I am looking forward to completing the semester and finishing up my studies, I will be very sad to leave the classes that I have taken over. I have been building strong relationships with my mentor teachers and my students. I am so thankful for how much encouragement and help they have all given to me!