Newsletter Bam

February 4, 2009

Beth McCormick

Issue 1, Vol. 1

“The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.”

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Hello and welcome to Geometry…

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y name is Mrs. M, and I’m so happy to be your teacher at Ackerman Junior High School! Prepare yourself for a fun and

inspirational year with lots of “hands-on” projects!

What will you learn?? Geometry/Math Concepts * Points, lines, planes and exploring angles. * Problem solving and analyzing graphs * Symmetry and Design

Projects * Building 3-dimensional artful objects * Designing a personalized class flag * “Tide Pool” Math Learning

Classroom Technology

A

s we all know, learning about today’s technology is important.

We will have

access to a variety of technologies in our

class, which will include weekly PowerPoint presentations, computer-aided video media, and regular internet use for project research.

After-School Tutorial

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f you need additional help with homework in Geometry, a tutorial will be available MondayThursday – I’ll be here to assist YOU! Take

advantage of this resource!