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                 * @license Copyright (c) 2003-2025, CKSource Holding sp. z o.o. All rights reserved.
                 * For licensing, see LICENSE.md or https://ckeditor.com/legal/ckeditor-licensing-options
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                    box-sizing: border-box;
                    content: ";
                    display: block;
                    height: 100%;
                    position: absolute;
                    transition: box-shadow .25s ease-in-out;
                    width: 100%
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                    content: ";
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                    position: relative
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                    padding: .3em .6em;
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                    width: 100%
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                .ck-content figure.table:not(.layout-table)>table>tbody>tr>td,
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                .ck-content figure.table:not(.layout-table)>table>thead>tr>th,
                .ck-content table.table:not(.layout-table)>tbody>tr>td,
                .ck-content table.table:not(.layout-table)>tbody>tr>th,
                .ck-content table.table:not(.layout-table)>thead>tr>td,
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                @media print {
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                .ck-content figure.table.layout-table>table,
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                :root {
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                .ck-content .table>figcaption {
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                    padding: .6em;
                    text-align: center;
                    word-break: break-word
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                @media (forced-colors:active) {
                    .ck-content .table>figcaption {
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                        color: unset
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                .ck-content .table .ck-table-resized {
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                .ck-content .table td,
                .ck-content .table th {
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                            <body style="font-family: Arial; background-color: #eeeeee;"><center><table width="90%" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tr><td style="border: 1px solid #aaaaaa;"><table width="100%" style="background-color: #ffffff;" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="10">
                            <tr><td colspan="3" style="background-color: #efefef;"><img src="https://ca-sfu-psv.edupoint.com//images/SM/PVUE.png"></td></tr>
                            <tr><td colspan="3" style="background-color: #efefef;">Message sent from San Francisco</td></tr>
                            
                            <tr><td colspan="3"> </td></tr>
                            
                                            
                                            
                                            <tr><td colspan="3">
                                                <div style="font-size: 16pt;">
                                                    <b>Message From:</b> Wen Lai<br>
                                                    <b>Context:</b> 0158 - CCSS Algebra 1 (Kai Ladue)<br>
                                                    <b>Subject:</b> Welcome to Algebra 1
                                                </div>
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                                                <p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Dear Families and Students,</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year at Ruth Asawa School of the Arts!  My name is Wen Lai, and I am excited to be your Algebra 1 teacher this year.  </span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">To my incoming 9th graders: welcome to high school, and welcome to RASOTA. I know that starting something new can feel both exciting and nerve-wracking, and I want you to know that my classroom is a place where questions are celebrated, mistakes are part of learning, and every one of you belongs.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">This will be my 3rd year teaching Algebra 1 and Geometry at RASOTA, and 8th year as a math teacher with SFUSD.  I studied Electrical Engineering and Computer Science in college, and worked as an engineer for seven years in the semiconductor industry before becoming a teacher.  My time working as an engineer showed me that math is more than just numbers and equations - it is about learning how to recognize patterns, think critically, and tackle challenges with confidence and perseverance.  My hope is that every student leaves this class feeling more confident not only as a math learner but also in all kinds of other problem-solving situations. </span></p><p><br><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">As we explore algebraic relationships, we are going to experience beautiful, useful, and interesting aspects of mathematics. We will build connections from ideas that you know and understand to unfamiliar topics. Throughout this process, you will continue your path toward learning how to think like a mathematician as you ask questions, communicate your thinking, collaborate, and problem solve. We will feel challenged at times this year, and I will be here to support you through the learning process. This class will require effort, perseverance, and being an active learner, and we'll have fun at the same time. You will be amazed at how much you can learn. I can't wait!</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">I believe in open communication with both parents and students. Please don't hesitate to reach out at </span><a href="mailto:laiw1@sfusd.edu"><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#1155cc;"><u>laiw1@sfusd.edu</u></span></a><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;"> or by calling the main office. I will make every effort to respond within 24 hours.  I am also available to meet in person at school by appointment.  My office hours are held every day during lunch.</span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">I'll be sending home a detailed course syllabus shortly, outlining some important and thoughtful policies around grading, homework, and AI use that I'd love for you to read and discuss together as a family.  Please go over it together carefully before completing the signature page. </span></p><p><span style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;">I am looking forward to a great year of learning and growing together.  Thank you for partnering with me to support your students' success in their math class!</span></p><p> </p><p>Wen Lai</p><p><span style="color:#666666;">Math Teacher</span></p><p><span style="color:#666666;">Ruth Asawa School of the Arts</span></p><p><a href="mailto:laiw1@sfusd.edu"><span style="color:#666666;">laiw1@sfusd.edu</span></a></p>
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