Welcome to Ms. Sheldon’s Math Class

A little about me … I’m a self-proclaimed math geek. I love logic puzzles, factoring and Trig identities are my favourite! I have wanted to be a math teacher for as long as I can remember. I have an Honours BSC degree in Pure Math from the University of Western Ontario. I was the only graduate from my program during my time there. This is where I went to class everyday! 

My family … I am married to an automotive-technician (mechanic), Steve. He works at Newmarket Nissan/Infinity. He will be the first to tell you how important a math education is. I live in Barrie, next door to my mom, step-dad and brother. My dad died in a boating accident when I was 13 and my older brother was diagnosed with schizophrenia a few years ago. Being different his whole life, he was often bullied, as a result, mental health and bullying are something near and dear to my heart. I am the mother to four wonderful children…

Ashley, age 13 …

Ben, age 5 …

Lucas, age 2 …

And Michael, age 10 months …

And one more …

Courses I am currently teaching … Grade 9 Academic (Period 1) 12 University Calculus & Vectors (Periods 2 & 3) You can find me anytime in … The math office, room 236 (Period 4, before & after school) Room 238 (Periods 1, 2 & 3 as well as lunch for extra-help)

Supplies needed … A 3-ring binder. Grade 9s are encouraged to by a large binder as there is no textbook only handouts for this course.   Scientific calculator. There is no need to spend a lot on this. Two great options at WalMart are: Casio FX-300MS Plus, $15.47 Sharp EL531XGBWH, $14.97 Note: The $10.47 SHARP will not be sufficient for future grades. Pencils with erasers. Purchase these in bulk as students seem to go through A LOT of them. Ruler. A protractor and compass set is NOT required.

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What we will be learning this year … Grade 9 Academic 12U Calculus & Vectors

And finally I will leave you with two videos that summarize my belief in learning … Being SMART means that you always try your best and never give up! Everyone is capable of learning math if you belief you can! MATH IS BEAUTIFUL!