What's Going On? March 4th though March 8th

Thought for the Week



Wrapping Up Topic 14 and Beginning Topic 15

On Monday, students will spend time reviewing for our topic 14 summative assessment on logarithms.  During our summative test on Tuesday, students will demonstrate their ability to:

  • Convert exponential expressions to logarithmic expressions
  • Convert logarithmic expressions to exponential expressions
  • Graph exponential and log equations and discuss their features
  • Use property of logs to expand and condense expressions

Once we wrap this up, students will move on to topic 15.  At the end of this unit, students will complete a benchmark assessment.  During topic 15, students will learn how to use logarithms to solve equations and inequalities.  We have been working toward this goal over the past several topics, and now we can finally put all of the pieces together.  During our third class of the week, students will learn how to solve logarithmic equations using tables and graphs.  At the end of the week, we will learn how to solve them algebraically.


Looking Ahead

In preparation for the new block schedule next year, we will do a trial run.  Students will participate in the block schedule experience during the week of spring break.  See the schedule below to know what you can expect.



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