Mrs. Murphy

Simpson Middle School

8th grade Algebra

 

rmurphy@mail.flatrock.k12.mi.us


Biography:

Welcome to 8th grade Algebra.  I am Mrs. Ren'e Murphy.  I have 23 years of teaching experience.  I am a graduate of the University of Michigan.....Go Blue!  I have a major in mathematics and a minor in social studies.  I also graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a Master's degree in education, with a concentration in Educational Technology.   


What can be found on this site:

  *Contact information    *Class Syllabus

  *Biography *Assignments (See Tab)

*Classroom Rules and Procedures   *Useful Links (See Tab)

 


Classroom Rules and Expectations:

*Be on time.  Be seated and ready to learn when the bell rings

*Be Prepared:  Bring all necessary supplies which includes your book, notebook, writing utensil and red pen.

*Be respectful:  Treat your teacher and classmates with respect.

*Be Caring Simpson Citizens:  Be a constructive, contributing member of our learning community,.


Class Syllabus, Trimester 1:

8th grade Algebra:

Chapter 1:  Graphing

MEAP Overview/Preparation

Chapter 2:  Proportional Reasoning and Variation

Chapter 3:  Beginning Linear Equations

 

8th grade EC:

Chapter 1:  Graphing

MEAP Overview/Preparation

Chapter 2:  Rational Numbers

Chapter 3:  Solving Advanced Eequations


Learning Targets for Trimester 1:

*I can construct and interpret a bar graph, histogram, stem and leaf plot, box and whisker plot.

*I can interpret and use a matrix.