PAP Algebra and Math 8
Bio: This is my 20th year of teaching in public education. I have taught at the High School level (11 years) as well as the Middle School level (9 years). I am married (happily) and have 3 amazing children (2 in High School and 1 in Middle School). I am very passionate about teaching students and preparing their Mathematic foundation (Algebra). This year I am also coaching tennis and UIL Number Sense and calculator.
Course information: This is a PAP course which is fast paced and a content rich (new content that has not been covered in any grade or course prior to Algebra) course that is challenging for all students. I try to have students learn of the rigors that AP courses will present them with in High School and how to negotiate their way through the challenges they provide. I also try to get my students to advocate for their education, prepare themselves to be leaders, and challenge them to become citizens that contribute to our society in a positive way.
Tutorials: I have tutorials Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:45 - 8:10 am. I also make myself available during the normal 8th grade lunchtime every day if students struggle with the morning tutorial time. I am available during 1st period (which is my conference period) for students that can schedule this with their other class. I will stay after school if needed, but this will need to be scheduled because of family commitments after the school day.
Course Information 8th grade Mathematics: This is a on level course that presents the foundational components needed for future required courses such as Geometry and Algebra.
Google classroom, Progress Learning, and Stemscopes (Available in the students class link) will be utilized as an additional platforms for remediation, preparation, and differentiation to promote deeper understanding.