Finley Math

Graduated from Northern Illinois University and teaching 8th grade math at Finley Jr. High in Chicago Ridge, Illinois.

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Going old school! Lots of math to be had on a paper map. Great opportunities for meaningful mathematical discussions too. #cridgepride

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What would the be the shadow length of the Statue of Liberty today if it was on our playground? Real world dilation work. Beautiful day to measure shadows!

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@JenLaChonce I get it. I play to win but don’t always.

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Discussion of game strategy continues with connect 4. #cridgepride

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Students working on dilations with a pencil sketch of American Gothic. Some students can really draw well! #cridgepride

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Using a pencil sketch of American Gothic to introduce dilations. What scale factor happens to area when the original sides are doubled? If you don’t know, you might be surprised. #cridgepride

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After multiple games and discussions about strategy, the student defeats the teacher. It’s fun to watch them learn and apply what they learn in a short period of time even it is at my expense. #cridgepride

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The use of tracing paper really helps visually when rotating shapes whether it is on a coordinate grid or not. #cridgepride

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I love to see students respectfully “argue” their thoughts about math. Don’t worry, it ended peacefully with the correct answer jointly agreed upon. #cridgepride

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Someone challenged his teacher to a game of checkers . . . I still got it! Rematch tomorrow. #cridgepride

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8th grade students working together on transformations. #cridgepride

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@mrsforest That’s special.

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@JenLaChonce Where is this happening?

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8th grade banquet is Friday. Students getting into spirit week! #cridgepride

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Playing Connect 4 and talking strategy. #cridgepride

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Enjoying the beautiful weather during a break after lunch. #cridgepride

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Skyline pictures are improving with practice. #cridgepride

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More practice . . . Photography requires patience and time. Getting there. #cridgepride

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Practice makes perfect. Trying to perfect skyline pictures. This is Louisville. Even teachers practice. #cridgepride

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@mrsforest and . . . I was hoping you bring banana bread. Those bananas are going south.