Welcome to Mrs. Gilbert's Math Class!!!!

     The 2009 - 2010 school year has begun! 

     I have created this site as a resource for students and parents.

The sidebar on the right contains folders for each classes. You will find a syllabus for each chapter that outlines topics and assigments. Project decriptions are also posted unless they are text resources. In addition there is a folder for the portfolio guidelines and rubrics for assessing the quality of your work. 

Test Taking Strategies: testhints.rtf

Homework Self Assessment:  Homework_Self_Assessment_Rubric.doc

 BIO    I absolutely love my job! I have been teaching for 7 years and have taught all levels of courses including Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, and Pre-calculus. I currently hold a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Secondary Education along with a Master of Arts in Education in Curriculum and Instruction. I have taught in Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. School sizes have ranged from 500 students to 2000 students and have had a variety of cultures. I have experience with several different types of block scheduling as well as traditional schedules (45-55 minute classes). Each of these school settings has brought about unique learning experiences that have served me well in the classroom. I am now a Raymond resident and am thrilled to be working in the town I live in.

      In 2002, I graduated from Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI with duel degree. I had earned my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics as well as Education. I spend my senior year student teaching in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Upon Graduation, I was certified in both Connecticut and Rhode Island, ultimately deciding to take a job at Fitch Senior High School in Groton, Connecticut.

     I had a spectacular year teaching Algebra I, Honors Algebra II, and Java Programming in a four by four block model. I also enjoyed being the assistant varsity coach for girls soccer and head coach for freshman softball. The most important piece of knowledge I took away with me that year is the importance of forming a net of support around you as a teacher. This support group included collogues, parents, and other community members. The reason was to make sure that my students were getting the best that I had to offer.

     As a second year teacher, I moved back home to New Hampshire and taught a year at Pembroke Academy. Algebra I, Trigonometry, and Integrated Mathematics were the classes that I taught. I also coached Boys Freshman Soccer and Girls Freshman Softball. Here I learned how to better modify my current classroom practices to better meet the needs of my students.

     I then taught for three years at Londonderry High School, earning my tenure teaching Algebra I, College Prep Geometry, and Pre-Calculus. Each year offered me yet more insight as to what makes and effective educator. First, I learned the importance of listening. Then came the art of communicating in an productive manner with students, parents, and other educators. I have always been creative when it comes to teaching and learning, but like all ideas, mine are never perfect the first time through. So refection, revision, and collaboration became my main modes for functioning as a teacher. While I always utilized these strategies, they became much more internalized and automatic in my design and implementation of lessons and curricula. Finally, I learned the value of being involved outside the classroom. Being present in the community, sporting events, and other have deepened my understanding of who my students are as individuals and made it easier for me to make connections in the classroom.

            With the intention of starting my own family, I took a position as an assistant director at a daycare facility. While I enjoyed the kids, I did not enjoy the administration aspect of the job. This brought me to Raymond in January of 2008, as a part-time long term sub in math. I enjoyed the job so much, that I was ecstatic to get the same position when it opened up.

            Now, working in the town I live in, I have greatly enjoyed seeing my students out and about in the community. Most of them are working hard in their summer jobs and such. More importantly, it allows me to build a better connection with my students. I am looking forward to working with each of you this year!