Meeting #8

Today, we took the Unit 1-8 test. Your score was 78/130, or 60%.

Last year's score was actually 92%, not 68%. Considering that the test you took today was the same as the one that was taken last year (and that I graded your essays easier), today's result reflected a poor performance. It seems that you guys have not mastered the material that we covered earlier this year to the extent that you should.

At the next meeting we will discuss the test answers and any difficulties you may have had with any of the questions. I noticed many dumb mistakes while grading — mistakes that would've been corrected had you actually used your extra time to check over your work rather than dance and goof around.

For homework this week, complete the Unit 9 notes, assignment sheet, and reading. Also, do the Units 7-8 quiz at home. Because of today's poor test performance, I will actually check to see if you did your homework next week. Hopefully slacking wasn't the reason that contributed to today's score.

Once again, we are training for an actual test. If you guys really want 1st place, you have to put work into it. Last year's team got 1st, and they didn't even have as many resources as you have right now. If they can get 1st, so can you.

I'll see you guys next week to discuss test answers. In addition, we'll be taking the Unit 9 quiz at the next meeting.