So we were refreshing on perimeter and area, and we came to the area of a circle which is pi*r^2. (Sorry hard to type that). Many of the students have a hard time remembering this formula, so I told them a little joke that a teacher once told my class. I warned them it was a dorky joke, but that they wouldn't forget the formula afterwards.
Two guys are talking to one another and the first guy asks his friend, "What is the area of a circle?" His friend replies, "pi*r^2". A redneck close by hears their conversation and says, "What?! pie aint square, pi is round...."
It a goofy joke, and sounds even goofier saying it. Oh well I may i felt like a dork for a min, but all the students laughed and now they definately remember it.
Tuesday, March 19
Today Mrs. Harrison had a substitute. I was kinds worried at first because even on the time she has been out of the classroom, the students know she's still in the building and could come back at any minute. I wasn't sure how the students would act. It was great though. They were really respectful and I had a great day.
I'm glad you were able to experience the class with a substitute. Their good behavior tells me that they respect you. Great job on setting those expectations!
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