King Caden!

Congratulations to Caden from He Dog! He has mastered all of his multiplication facts! Caden, we admire the perseverance and hard work you put into this achievement. Nicely done.

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Here's a math problem for you...

What does Smart Students + Hard Working Teachers =  ?

Progress!

According to the Kathy Richardson Counting Assessments, our kindergarten and first grade students have made great gains over the 2011-2012 school year!

Thanks students and teachers!  You are making a difference!

MathCamp!

When MathCamp was first suggested, few thought it would succeed.

"Math? In the summer? With middle school kids? Psssshaw!"

As it turned out, not even the Longhorn Complex Fire could keep kids away! Thanks, everyone, for helping to turn MathCamp into 8 days of Peace, Joy, and Mathematics.

See you next year?

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Welcome Back!

Your journey toward excellence begins..... NOW!

"It’s going to be exhausting, honestly.  But if you follow through on 100% of the students meeting your expectations, 100% of the time, then in 7 weeks, the kids will have internalized all these new habits."
-Deborah Kenny, Born to Rise

7-Year Old Math Ninja Masters All Four Operations!

On May 1st, Eric from Rosebud answered 72 divided by 9 in less than 1 and 1 quarter seconds and became the youngest Math Nina in Todd County! And he's only 7 years old!

I wanted to find out what makes a true Math Ninja tick, and submitted a few questions to Eric. Here is what he had to say:

How did you get so good at Fastt Math?
Eric: I practiced and worked really hard.

Do you think math is fun? If so, why? What makes it fun?
Eric: Yes, I like math and it helps me get smarter.

What other subjects do you like?
Eric: I also like science.

What about hobbies? What do you like to do when you aren't in school?
Eric: I like to read when I am not in school.

What is the last book you read and LOVED?
Eric: I read Mickey Maloney's Mail. In the book, you get to read his mail, faxes, and emails.

Do you have any sisters? Brothers?
Eric: I have three sisters. They are always disagreeing with me.

What advice do you have for kids who want to become better at Fastt Math?
Eric: Practice at school and take home some facts you don't know and practice.

Finally, Eric, what is something you WONDER about?
Eric: I wonder if I can get Calculus done in 3rd grade?

Haha! I don't know about 3rd grade - but you are well on your way, Eric. Keep up the fabulous work ethic and there is nothing you won't do!