Logan Tracy

    Logan Tracy ’16

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    2016

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    I am a third year 5th grade teacher at Milton Elementary School, a public elementary school in Chittenden County, slightly north of St. Mike’s. I am the math teacher for my team, which consists of forty-nine students. I also teach handwriting, writing and science.

    The mathematics department at St. Michael’s College has prepared me for teaching 5th grade math by providing me with a strong mathematical background. By knowing where students are headed in their mathematical journeys, I am aware of the foundational skills they need in order to succeed. The mathematics department also provided me with the opportunity to discuss mathematics at great length with peers. This allowed me to become comfortable talking about math and sharing strategies, which has proved to be helpful when planning with my 5th grade mathematics team.

    I also enjoyed the topics courses the department provided because they provided students with the opportunity to connect math with everyday life. I was fortunate to take the course, Mathematics Education Seminar, which gave me a real world experience by providing me with the opportunity to work with a diverse group of elementary students. The course also provided me the opportunity to create several mathematics lessons that I could teach to my peers and receive feedback on. I am thankful for my time at St. Mike’s and especially thankful for the mathematics department’s dedicated faculty that demonstrate how thoughtful, caring, and dedicated educators should be!

    I am currently earning a Masters Degree through the Vermont Mathematics Initiative at the University of Vermont. These classes are deepening my knowledge of mathematics concepts. I am also learning about best practices in teaching math to my students through teaching and learning sessions.

    I am also a member of my school’s Math Leadership Team and serve as a 5th Grade Curriculum Team Leader. St Mike’s has helped me feel prepared to be members of these teams and I am thankful for all the experiences that helped me grow as a teacher and learner of mathematics.