Review Protein chemistry. Discuss and sketch amino acid general formulas. Discuss peptides and polypeptides and peptide bonds. Show how dehydration synthesis works to produce the polypeptides called proteins. Discuss the biological uses for proteins, and denaturization of protein molecules.

I had suggested an assignment which had tasked Ben with creating an interpretive argument through visual art rather than a traditional essay; however, Ben was resistant to the options given so I changed course. First, we looked up Danielewski's image and other novels he's written. We then researched his other works to compare them to "House of Leaves." We agreed that Danielewski's novels, "House of Leaves," and apparently two other novels he has written, showcase his unique style characterized by multimodal writing and intricate typographical variations. "House of Leaves" is known for its complex narrative structure, layering, strange typography and multi-layered narrative. We were in total agreement that we never experienced any book as unusual from cover to cover as this one.

We will look at fixed rate mortgages and discuss the costs and benefits. We will find costs for several hypothetical situations.

We will do some graphs using technology to identify transformations. Ben will also work on his basic math skills tutorial.

We will look at three transformations: reflections, translations, and dilations. We will do examples using lines, parabolas, and circles without using technology.

We will do foreign currency exchange calculation examples, as well as calculating MPG and tips.

We will use technology to graph piece-wise defined functions. Ben will use technology to practice basic skills.

We will do some graphs of piecewise-defined functions using paper and pencil methods.

Ben worked on and completed an activity review tasking him with drawing the structure of ten organic compounds. He worked independently, only referring to his notes for help on the first to insure he was following directions and working on the assignment accurately.

This afternoon Ben was given the science tech article on graphic design to read and discuss. It referenced how AI won't replace designers but will act as la "powerful partner. When asked if he agreed or disagreed, and that audiences today are more drawn to designs that feel handmade and imperfect, Ben noted that AI makes him depressed but agreed that imperfection can be more emotionally powerful than perfection in art and design as it exposes the imperfection of humans. He noted that we are now seeing designers deliberately making work feel less "computer-perfect" and more real - which explained the phrase "imperfect by design" - nicely tying both science tech articles together seamlessly.