Hi, my name is Mr. Andrew Rooks and I will be teaching Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus this year. Thank you for coming to my web page and taking the time to get to know me better. I have put a lot of information on this website, so please take your time looking around and don't hesitate to ask me if you have any questions.

For starters, I am a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and I graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science in Management, with a major in Finance. Before becoming a teacher, I worked for several years as a business/commercial banker, where I helped people with the financial and money management issues facing their businesses. In 2010 I returned to school to earn a Master of Education, so I could teach.

I know that math is not an easy subject for everyone and I too had to work hard to learn and understand many concepts in mathematics. However, I believe that through hard work, perseverance, and dedication you can learn math and I am dedicated to helping each and everyone of you. If you have questions, don't hesitate to ask them, if you need extra help please let me know because I am willing to spend the extra time and work with you. The only way to learn math is through practice!

I am looking forward to getting to know each of you this year and remember I am available for all your questions!

This area will allow you to learn more about me. There are links here for parents and guardians, as well as students.

This beginning algebra class is designed to help you enter the road to higher mathematics. Here we will discuss the basics of algebra and through a rigorous course of study you will be able to solve quadratic equations and polynomials.

Lecture Notes of William Chen
Math and Physics for Everybody
Math is Fun
MathWorld

Calculus will allow you to solve higher level mathematical problems in disciplines like business, engineering, medicine (biology and chemistry), and physics. Together we will work diligently to become proficient in calculus concepts as this will prepare you for college calculus and beyond.

Harvey Mudd Tutorials
Karl's Calculus Tutor
Lecture Notes of William Chen
Math and Physics for Everybody
MathWorld

Welcome to the world of geometry and practical applications that may be useful to you in the future. Here we will discuss a variety of topics pertaining to basic geometry through intermediate geometry and after a rigorous course of study you will be prepared for advanced algebra and trigonometry.

Geometry Help
Math is Fun
MathWorld

This class is designed to strengthen your basic math skills and prepare you for algebra I.

Math is Fun

Try the different games, they're fun. You will even have a chance to do some of these for homework.

Math Games

Included in this section are some computer assisted instruction sites that we will be using.

Math Dictionary
Sunburst for Math
Other Math Software

Below are some assistive technologies that we will be available in the future.

Keyboard Assistance
Text-to-Speech Software

This section will allow parents and teachers access to some of the pedagogy websites that I use.

For Teachers
Indiana Department of Education
Math Forum
What Works in Public Education

Valparaiso University
Andrew Rooks