1. Welcome to Ms. Sheldon’s Math Class

2. 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! 

3. 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…

4. Ashley, age 13 …

5. Ben, age 5 …

6. Lucas, age 2 …

7. And Michael, age 10 months …

8. And one more …

9. 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)

10. 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.

11. Websites

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

13. 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!