What inspired you to get into the field of education?:
I know math gets a bad wrap sometimes, so I wanted to bring a different approach to it. Anyone can do math and I want to help people see that. Plus, I want to have a positive impact on my students and help them pursue the lives they want to have.
What’s the most rewarding part of your job?:
My students are the most rewarding part of teaching. I love building relationships and watching students grow as learners. Every day is different and I can thank the students for that.
General background information (years in education, degree(s), Universities/Colleges attended):
Pomona High School - 2000
B.A. Computer Science/Mathematics - Regis University - 2004
M. Ed. Secondary Mathematics - CU (Denver) - 2008
Interests/Hobbies:
I also like skiing, hiking, biking, fishing, building things, running races, and putting puzzles back together... If it's outside in Colorado with my family: I'm sold.
Thought Provoking Quote:
"Use the force to destroy the ring, Harry" ~ James Kirk (Indiana Jones and the Kingdom the Crystal Skull)
My Classroom
Courses Taught:
- PreAlgebra
- Algebra 1
- Geometry
- Geometry in Construction
- Algebraic Concepts
- Algebra 2
- Discrete Mathematics / Probability & Statistics
- College Algebra
- Precalculus
- Calculus
About My Classroom:
I am a firm believer in students owning their choices. I allow students to forge their own path. I want to create learners that are prepared for what happens after Polaris and I feel I would be doing them a disservice by preventing them from making their own choices and experiencing the results for themselves...whether it's good or bad. A person needs to have the want to learn; it cannot be forced.