Math Classroom Magic
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Hi! I'm Betsy, and I'm passionate about making math come alive in the classroom.
With a bachelors degree in mathematics, a masters degree in teaching, and eight years of teaching experience under my belt, I've had the privilege of helping countless students navigate the world of mathematics. My journey in education has allowed me to develop innovative teaching methods and create engaging resources that bridge the gap between theory and practice. I believe that math is not just a subject but an exciting adventure waiting to be explored, and I'm committed to empowering students to unlock their full potential in Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra II, AP Statistics, and Probability and Statistics
Join me on this mathematical journey, where learning is an art, and every equation is a masterpiece waiting to be discovered.
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My Next Chapter: A Statistical Exploration of Life After High School
Engage your students in a meaningful, real-world statistics project as they reflect on their next big adventure — life after high school! Perfect for the end of the school year, this project serves as a summative assessment for AP Statistics Units 1–4 (or any introductory statistics course covering one-variable data, two-variable data, normal distributions, and probability). In this highly flexible and student-centered project, students will explore a personally relevant topic related to their
12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Statistics
CCSS
HSS-ID.A.1
, HSS-ID.A.2
, HSS-ID.A.3
 +16
AP Statistics End-of-Year Inference Project
✅ Product DescriptionWrap up your AP Statistics course with this engaging, hands-on final project that brings all of your students’ learning together! In this student-led inference project, learners apply what they've mastered throughout the year to design and carry out a real-world statistical study—from forming hypotheses to collecting and analyzing data, and finally communicating their results in a polished poster and presentation. This project is designed as a culminating experience that
10th - 12th
Statistics
Should Your Business Launch? A Real-World Probability Project
Launch or Flop? A Probability Business ProjectMake probability meaningful, engaging, and real-world with this comprehensive project-based learning experience! In this activity, students design their own business and use probability concepts to determine whether it should successfully launch. This project is the perfect culminating activity for a probability unit in Statistics, AP Statistics, or a probability unit in your Algebra class. Students apply key concepts including probability notation,
9th - 12th
Algebra 2, Statistics
Design Your Dream House: A 7th Grade Math Scale Drawing Project
Dream House Scale Drawing Project | 7th Grade Proportional Reasoning & Geometry Engage your 7th grade math students with this real-world, hands-on project where they become architects of their own dream homes! This project reinforces key concepts in scale drawings, proportional reasoning, measurement, and geometry while allowing students to express creativity and design a home that's all their own. ✨ Project Highlights: Students brainstorm, sketch, calculate, and draw a final blueprint to
6th - 8th
Algebra, Arithmetic, Measurement
CCSS
7.G.A.1
, 7.RP.A.2
Empirical Rule Dice Activity – Hands-On AP Statistics Lesson
Empirical Rule Dice Activity – Hands-On AP Statistics Lesson Bring the Empirical Rule (68–95–99.7 Rule) to life with this engaging, hands-on activity! Instead of simply memorizing percentages, students collect their own data by rolling dice 40 times, calculate the mean and standard deviation, and test whether their data follows the Empirical Rule. This activity helps students: Practice data collection and organization skills Calculate the mean and standard deviation using technology or by
9th - 12th
Statistics
Scope of Inference Project: Observational Study Analysis & Experimental Redesign
📊 Observational Study Analysis & Experimental Redesign Project Help students move beyond surface-level statistics and think like real researchers.In this rigorous, real-world statistics project, students critically evaluate an existing observational study and redesign it as a randomized experiment. Through guided analysis and reflection, students demonstrate deep understanding of sampling methods, sources of bias, confounding variables, experimental design, and scope of inference—core conce
9th - 12th
Statistics
Stained Glass Math Project: Writing Equations in Point-Slope Form
Elevate your math classroom with the captivating project "Stained Glass Math: Equations in Point-Slope Form" resource. In this student-driven project, learners embark on a creative journey that merges mathematical prowess with artistic expression. Guided by instructions, students will sketch a dazzling stained glass design on a coordinate plane. They'll be graphing a minimum of 12 lines and label with its equation in point-slope form. After completing the "Stained Glass Math: Equations in Point-
7th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
Dilation Character Project
This self directed project is designed specifically for distance learning, but also works well in a classroom setting. Students will need access to two pieces of paper, a ruler, a black marker, and something to color with (crayons, colored, pencils or markers would work!) I do this project with my Geometry students immediately after learning about dilation on the coordinate plane. It is great because it offers a hands on way for students to demonstrate their knowledge, and allows them to expre
6th - 11th
Geometry, Graphing, Math
Sampling & Bias Explained: Infographic Project for Statistics
Make sampling methods and types of bias stick with this one-page infographic project!Perfect for high school statistics or AP Stats classes, this engaging assignment helps students develop a deep understanding of common sampling techniques and types of bias through visual, creative learning. Students will research, explain, and compare four sampling methods—Simple Random, Cluster, Systematic, and Stratified—and identify three common sources of bias: Undercoverage, Nonresponse, and Response Bias.
9th - 12th
Statistics
AP Statistics Poster Project: LSRL, Correlation, and Residual Analysis
Description: Looking for a hands-on project to reinforce correlation, regression, and residual analysis in your AP Statistics or high school statistics class? This engaging poster project guides students through the complete process of analyzing two quantitative variables using AI-generated data. Students choose their own variable pair (like “hours of screen time” vs. “hours of sleep”) and generate a fake dataset using AI tools such as ChatGPT, making each project unique and personalized. Studen
9th - 12th
Statistics
AP Research Vision Board: Creative First Day Project to Spark Your Research Ques
Start your AP Research course with a creative, hands-on activity that sets the tone for curiosity, exploration, and self-discovery! This Vision Board & Reflection Project gets students cutting, pasting, and reflecting on their interests before diving into the process of developing a research question. How it works: Students flip through magazines and printed materials, cutting out any images, words, or phrases that catch their attention. They arrange and glue them onto a half sheet of poster b
11th - 12th
Creative Writing, Writing, Writing-Essays
TriAnimal: a triangle animal project where geometry meets art
Join me on an exciting journey into the world of art and geometry! In this project, students will embark on a creative adventure where they will draw an animal using only triangles. Through this process, label perpendicular bisector, altitude, median and demonstrate pythagoreans theorem and the triangle inequality theorem. This project comes as a packet with instructions, workspace, and a rubric.
8th - 11th
Geometry, Math, PreCalculus
Urban Geometry: Build a Cityscape with Math
Engage your students with this hands-on project that combines geometry and creativity! In this Geometric Cityscape Project, students will design and create their own cityscapes using key geometric elements such as points, lines, angles, and planes. This project allows students to apply their understanding of geometry in a fun and artistic way. What's Included: Project Instructions: Clear and concise step-by-step guidelines for creating the cityscape. Geometric Elements Checklist: A list of req
5th - 10th
Algebra, Geometry
Three Identical Strangers Documentary Viewing Guide for AP Research
✨ Three Identical Strangers Documentary Viewing Guide (AP Research / Ethics / Psychology / Sociology) ✨ This guided viewing worksheet is designed to accompany the documentary Three Identical Strangers and helps students actively engage while making deep, research-based connections. Perfect for AP Research, Psychology, Sociology, or Ethics classes, this resource encourages critical thinking about research design, ethics, and the role of evidence in shaping arguments. What’s Included: 15 guided
10th - 12th
Basic Principles, Informational Text
Creating Dot Plots and Describing Distributions Partner Activity
Engage your AP Statistics students with this hands-on activity that combines dot plot creation and describing distributions! In this exercise, students work in pairs to analyze sample distributions of the heights of male and female students. Each student receives a dataset with 20 height measurements and creates a dot plot on a poster. After analyzing their individual distributions for shape, center, variability, and outliers, students collaborate to compare their findings and draw conclusions a
8th - 12th
Math, Statistics
Creating, Describing, and Comparing Dot Plots Partner Activity
Looking for a hands-on way to teach students how to describe and compare quantitative data? This activity walks students through organizing, graphing, and analyzing real-world data while building their statistical vocabulary and collaboration skills. Students work in pairs to create individual dot plots from two different data sets—heights of male students and heights of female students—then analyze shape, center, spread, and outliers. After their individual analysis, students collaborate to c
9th - 12th
Statistics
Displaying Quantitative and Categorical Data Slideshow Project
This project engages students in analyzing a dataset by identifying individuals and classifying variables in a data set, creating tables and graphs for categorical and quantitative data, and calculating descriptive statistics, all presented in a digital slideshow. It offers a hands-on approach to exploring data, encouraging students to choose a dataset that interests them. By guiding students through the steps of statistical analysis—from variable classification to summarizing findings—this proj
8th - 12th
Math, Statistics
Geometry Around Us: Hands-On Scavenger Hunt Activity
Looking for a fun, low-prep way to get students moving, thinking, and reviewing geometry concepts? This Geometry Photo Scavenger Hunt is the perfect creative activity to wrap up your geometry unit—or your school year! Students will explore campus (or any outdoor space) in search of real-life objects that represent specific geometric terms. From inscribed angles in a fountain to parallel lines on a fence, geometry is everywhere—students just need to look for it! Working alone or with a partner,
7th - 10th
Geometry
Google classroom header for Probability and Statistics
Add some flare to your Google Classroom with this charming header design. Featuring colorful, engaging graphs, this header is perfect for teachers looking to add a splash of creativity to their digital classroom. Easy to upload! Make your virtual classroom a place your students will love to visit!
7th - 12th
Math, Statistics
CCSS
HSS-CP.A.1
, HSS-CP.A.2
, HSS-CP.A.3
 +6
Displaying Quantitative and Categorical Data Through Plants
This hands-on project invites students to engage in project-based learning by exploring the natural beauty of your campus through outdoor education. Students collect data on plant characteristics, including leaf lengths, flower colors, and leaf shapes, turning their observations into a meaningful learning experience. They will then use their collected data to create a variety of charts, including a stem plot, histogram, bar chart, and pie chart, fostering skills in data visualization and interpr
6th - 12th
Math, Statistics
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About the store
Experience
Hi! I'm Betsy, and I'm passionate about making math come alive in the classroom.
With a bachelors degree in mathematics, a masters degree in teaching, and eight years of teaching experience under my belt, I've had the privilege of helping countless students navigate the world of mathematics. My journey in education has allowed me to develop innovative teaching methods and create engaging resources that bridge the gap between theory and practice. I believe that math is not just a subject but an exciting adventure waiting to be explored, and I'm committed to empowering students to unlock their full potential in Algebra, Geometry, and Algebra II, AP Statistics, and Probability and Statistics
Join me on this mathematical journey, where learning is an art, and every equation is a masterpiece waiting to be discovered.
Teaching style
At the heart of my teaching philosophy lies a commitment to nurturing the growth mindset within each of my students. I firmly believe that with the right encouragement and mindset, every learner can not only understand but also excel in mathematics.
My teaching style is a reflection of this belief. I embrace interdisciplinary lessons that connect the dots between mathematics, real-world applications, and other subjects. By weaving together different fields of knowledge, I aim to show students the power and relevance of math in their everyday lives.
In my classroom, diversity in learning is celebrated. I understand that every student is unique, and I tailor my teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and preferences. Whether through hands-on activities, visual aids, collaborative projects, or personalized support, I strive to ensure that every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Join me on a learning journey where the growth mindset flourishes, where subjects converge to create a holistic understanding, and where every student finds their own path to mathematical success.
Additional biographical information
With a rich and diverse teaching background, I've had the privilege of sharing my passion for mathematics in a wide range of educational settings. My teaching journey has taken me from dynamic public schools to prestigious independent institutions and even across borders to international schools. This diverse experience has not only enriched my teaching approach but also broadened my understanding of the global landscape of education. I look forward to bringing this wealth of experience to your learning journey.
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