October 2021
Math Problem of the Week
Bouncing Ball
A ball is released from a height of 16 feet, and each time it strikes the ground, it bounces back to a height one-fourth of its previous height. At the instant when the ball strikes the ground for the fifth time, how many total feet has it traveled since it was released? Give your answer as a mixed number.
SFJH English Language Learners Welcome Maria Pratt
Our Spanish Fork Junior High School ESL class welcomes Mrs. Maria Pratt and looks forward to having her in the classroom daily.
Attributions
story and photos by Christine Thompson