• Standard Math: We begin Unit 3A, Ratios and Proportional Relationships, on 11/05. s is AKS 4.l use proportional relationships to solve multistep ratio and percent problems presented in applicable situations (e.g., simple interest, tax, markups and markdowns, gratuities, and commission).

Just to remind you, students should complete at least two iReady Math My Path lessons every week to strengthen their skills in Math.  Additionally, students must review notes and examples given in class daily and utilize the helpful resources on their eClass Math course page as well as www.tutor.com/gcpl for additional support.

• Accelerated Math:  This week is a continuation of AKS 4.f solve everyday problems involving scale drawings of geometric figures, including computing actual lengths and areas from a scale drawing and reproducing a scale drawing at a different scale; informally connect scale drawings and similarity.

The Unit 3A Test on AKS 4. f  and AKS 4. l is scheduled for November 6, with a retest on November 7.

• Social Studies: Students will begin the Economics of SW Asia unit this week. Standards will include the following: 

  • • • • • • AKS 46a: I CAN compare how traditional, command, and market economies answer the economic questions of (1.) What to produce; (2.) How to produce; and (3.) For whom to produce by constructing charts and tables

            • AKS 46b: I CAN explain that countries have a mixed economic system located on a continuum between pure market and pure command

            • AKS 46c: I CAN compare and contrast the economic systems in Israel, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Iran

Students are encouraged to review vocabulary throughout the unit continuously.

• Language Arts: 

• Life Science: AKS 2B: Engage in argumentation from evidence that show understanding of how the functions of the Cardiovascular, Excretory, Digestive, Respiratory, Muscular, Nervous, and Immune Systems interact with each other to carry out life processes.

Students will take an exam over AKS 2, 2a, 2b on Thursday, October 31st. 

Thank you parents for your continued support!