How do I put into words how much I love my job?
Transitioning from public school to Park Maitland this school year, there is no doubt I am beyond excited and proud to be a member of this wonderful school. From the constant support I receive by my colleagues and administration, to the spectacular students I teach, Park Maitland is a perfect fit for me!
I have been spreading my love of math to my wonderful fourth grade students throughout the first half of the year. I can tell my students are definitely catching the “math bug”! They continually impress me with their passion to learn every day in class and are always excited for me to teach them new math concepts. Talk about a teacher’s dream!
My students were recently assigned a famous mathematician about whom to educate their fellow peers. I have always found it important for students to have a grasp on where mathematics began — the history behind what they learn in my class. Students were very creative with their presentations, using technology to create Prezi slideshows, generating visually appealing brochures, and putting together trading cards and outstanding posters! I have done this famous mathematician project every year, but my fourth grade students this year took this project to the next level and definitely “wowed” me!
Aside from my fourth grade math classroom, I sponsor the Math Olympiad competition team for Park Maitland. These students always fill my heart every time we meet because they, like me, love math! During practice we prepare for upcoming competitions both locally and nationally. My Math Olympiad students work very hard to prove that the first ever Park Maitland team is serious about these competitions and want to help promote the importance of mathematics in education!
To say I am grateful for the honor to teach in the continually engaging environment that is offered at Park Maitland would be an understatement. Envisioning the second half of the school year overwhelms me with excitement! I cannot wait to see what my students and colleagues will impress me with next!
Thank you!!!
Brooke Jensen, Grade 4 Math Teacher