Monday, 5/17

Yo yo! Today was the last day we'll work in class on the project in class. To some of you, great work; to others, I'm nervous about how much class time you wasted. Hopefully you step you're game up at home. Everyone has an awesome, interesting idea to address. I'm really looking forward to seeing your work toward the end of the year.

This is not a project where everyone will get an A for trying. You have an incredible amount of time, as well as time in class. I expect to see your work reflect the amount of time you've had. Further, to those of you with groups, I expect to see four times more work than others, and to see you all contribute. Don't take this lightly--THIS IS 40% OF YOUR FOURTH QUARTER GRADE!!!!!!!!

I'll miss you all tomorrow and Wed--be in DC with Soucy for the awards ceremony. You'll be watching 21 in class. Enjoy. If there are any issues, it's on my desktop--just click and play.

See you Thursday! On Thursday we're starting ancient number systems!

Stat Rap is up!

Check out the new "Statistics Raps" link. You get both raps, and the radio interview I did (if interested). Tell all your friends!

There's also a link to the Cool Schools from last year.

And by just below the other link, I meant I still have to convert the file.....in time. Soon. Relax.

Friday

Turns out that whole plan I wrote up yesterday is all a lie.

Hope you enjoyed the stat rap remix. You can find it just below the other one now!

I'm also going to have a direct link to the two raps.

Tomorrow we'll get crackin' on those projects! And it's Friday!

Wednesday!

A lil' more Numb3rs today...hopefully you enjoyed the exploration of voting and statistics and such. Might be a good idea to take notes, b/c you're going to have to do a write up at the end, with specific references to episodes.

Other than that, stay on top of your game. We'll finish the week with three Numb3rs episodes. Then, on Monday we'll go to the computer lab to do some writing about our views.

Tuesday and Wednesday of next week I won't be here--you'll be watching 21 in class.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT THOSE PROJECTS!!!! NEED TO HAVE YOUR CALENDAR FILLED OUT FOR TOMORROW!!!

Monday!

Our first Monday post-AP exam! We made it! Again, I'm still so proud of all of you.

Today in class we started talking about the projects. The form I handed out in class is also available under Notes and Assignments--"Stat Final Project."

Remember, this WEDNESDAY I expect to see your calendar with an outline for your project; give yourself deadlines, days to meet, etc. so that we can use our time productively and get this done.

Enjoy Monday! And I think this is the first time I get to write it......NO HOMEWORK!

Final Project

Just finished typing up the FCA's and such for your final project. It's super long, but don't be too intimidated. It outlines approximately 6 FCA's for four different types of project. You'll only be choosing one to do, and potentially in collaboration with up to 3 of your peers. So that means it's less work than it may appear. I'm excited to see what you all come up with.

It's under the Notes and Assignments link. Toward the top you'll see "Statistics Final Project" (I know you probably instinctively scroll to the bottom to click on the Stat Rap).

Enjoy your Sunday! Can't wait to see you all Monday! We haven't had class (with me) in so long it seems! I miss you guys and gals!

We made it!

As we speak, better put, as you read, I'm sitting with knots in my stomach as you all tear through the AP exam. Can you believe it's here? This year seems like it's gone so fast to me...and to be honest, I'm a little sad about that. I've truly enjoyed my opportunity with all of you this year. You've proven to be an incredible group of young adults, and have only cemented my belief with the turnout we've had for our past three reviews. As last year's students will tell you, I thought extremely highly of them--they set the bar very high, and coming into this year, I was tentative to see if those expectations could be met. You have all far exceeded all expectations, and I truly thank you for all of your hard work.

Although we still have some work to do, the remaining days will be a little more fun. We'll have the opportunity to explore any topics you've found interesting, and hopefully watch some entertaining videos/presentations.

I know you all are doing well. I wish you the best of luck, and no matter what happens, I'm incredibly proud of each and every AP Statistics student. Without you all I would never win any awards or find any praise--thanks again!

As for tomorrow, you'll be watching Numb3rs--at the beginning of class, Dr. Kenney (Math Dep't Head) will be coming in to talk to you. On Thursday and Friday, during periods C,E,F, potential EHHS teachers will be coming in for a model lesson, and he'll be giving you different roles to play. You should be honored that you've been chosen to be the "test" class. This shows a level of trust in you from administration, something you surely deserve. I expect you will all be at your best.