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Henrico, Virginia, United States
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I have taught everything from 3rd grade math through Honors PreCalculus in my 9 years in the high school class room, 7 years in the middle school classroom, and 20+ years teaching homeschooled students and tutoring. I also spent 7 years at the University level training teachers how to teach mathematics.
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Preview of Illustrative Math Algebra 1 - Unit 3 Interactive notebook and journal pages

Illustrative Math Algebra 1 - Unit 3 Interactive notebook and journal pages

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For use with Unit 3 of Illustrative Math Algebra 1, this packet contains graphic organizers for each lesson and a journal question where students have to explain a concept. A standard-based grading rubric is provided with each journal question as well as the learning targets are listed.  9 graphic organizer pages with 9 accompanying journal questions that go with the 9 topics: Lesson 1 - Two-Way TableLesson 2 - Relative Frequency TableLesson 3 - Associations in Categorical DataLesson 4 - Linear
Preview of Illustrative Math Algebra 1 - Unit 2 Interactive notebook and journal pages

Illustrative Math Algebra 1 - Unit 2 Interactive notebook and journal pages

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Pattern Finders
For use with Unit 2 of Illustrative Math Algebra 1, this packet contains graphic organizers for each lesson and a journal question where students have to explain a concept. A standard-based grading rubric is provided with each journal question as well as the learning targets are listed.  19 graphic organizer pages with 19 accompanying journal questions that go with the 10 topics: Lesson 1 - Planning a Pizza PartyLessons 2-3 - Writing Equations to Model RelationshipsLesson 4 - Equations and Their
Preview of Illustrative Math Algebra 1 - Unit 1 Interactive notebook and journal pages

Illustrative Math Algebra 1 - Unit 1 Interactive notebook and journal pages

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Pattern Finders
For use with Unit 1 of Illustrative Math Algebra 1, this packet contains graphic organizers for each lesson and a journal question where students have to explain a concept. A standard-based grading rubric is provided with each journal question as well as the learning targets are listed.  10 graphic organizer pages with 10 accompanying journal questions that go with the 10 topics: Lesson 1 - Gathering DataLessons 2-3 - Data RepresentationsLesson 4 - Shapes of DistributionsLesson 5 - Calculating
Preview of Squaring a Binomial Journal Question

Squaring a Binomial Journal Question

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Students have to explain and draw a picture using Algebra Tiles to show that squaring a binomial does not equal the sum of the squares of its terms. Students also evaluate the expressions for various numbers to show which expressions are always equal. Terms of Use:This product should only be used by the teacher who purchased it. This product is not to be shared with other teachers. Please buy the correct number of licenses if this is to be used by more than one teacher. Did you know?You can rec
Preview of Solving Strategically Quadratic Equations

Solving Strategically Quadratic Equations

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This activity has students review multiple ways to solve a quadratic equation prior to completing the square and quadratic formula. It was designed to be used in conjunction with Unit 7 of Illustrative Math (IM) Algebra 1 or with Unit 8 of Desmos Algebra 1 curriculum. The worksheet contains sample problems of 4 methods for solving quadratic equations: square rooting, zero product property (both already factored and equations that need factoring), and graphing. Students select the best method and
Preview of Real Number System Activities

Real Number System Activities

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Real Number System Activities allows students to develop and practice the definitions of: Natural NumbersWhole NumbersIntegersRational NumbersIrrational NumbersReal Numbers The activities include: Frayer model vocabulary note sheet, Number Card Sort, Number Sieve Activity, andPractice Worksheet. The same set of 20 numbers is used for activities 2-4. Terms of Use:This product should only be used by the teacher who purchased it. This product is not to be shared with other teachers. Please buy th
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Experience

I have taught everything from 3rd grade math through Honors PreCalculus in my 9 years in the high school class room, 7 years in the middle school classroom, and 20+ years teaching homeschooled students and tutoring. I also spent 7 years at the University level training teachers how to teach mathematics.

Teaching style

Developing growth mindset in students: “In a growth mindset, people believe that their most basic abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work—brains and talent are just the starting point. This view creates a love of learning and a resilience that is essential for great accomplishment.” (Dweck, 2015) I like to use a mix of styles to reach a variety of learners.

Awards & shining teacher moments

New Teacher of the Year 2002 Ingrid Hillhouse Moore Champions of Play Awards 2024

My own education history

B.S. Mathematics M.A.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction, Secondary Mathematics