Career+Connections

Parents/Guardians!

Students often ask the question, "when am I ever going to use ________ in my life?" (insert whichever math topic we are studying into that blank.) I usually repsond to that question with a variety of professions that use that particular math skill. Also, we look at how their learning in Pre-Algebra is a building block to higher-level math courses. Finally, I explain that if they learn everything possible in school, they give themselves all the possible opportunities for their future.

Although I share with students professions that use our math content in their daily work, it is sometimes difficult for students to envision. I would love to invite guest speakers into the classroom who are using math in their everyday life. Below are the topics we study this year in Pre-Algebra.

Integers Fractions Exponents Scientific Notation Graphing Linear Equations Pythagorean Theorem Proportions Percents Solving Equations Solving Inequalities Plane and Solid Geometry Functions Graphs Probability

If you or someone you know would like to speak to the class, please email me at jyoung@boyertown.asd.org and we can set up a day for a presentation! I look forward to hearing from you.