Support for CMAST: Testimonials
Teacher Testimonials
- "MAST System so works! I love it! Science methods is just reinforcing the brilliance you guys put together! Thanks for creating this program/design, sharing it, and supporting us!" - Skyler Mosenthal (Math Teacher, LMU PLACE Corps)
- "I am enjoying being a Teacher Leader and I must say that I am learning a lot by doing all of this." - Andrew Osterhaus (Physics Teacher, Animo Pat Brown)
- "Thanks for the invitation to the MAST PD today. It was very helpful. I have struggled for years with the concept of 'reviewing' for exams as it seems pointless for me to repeat the information for the students. The strategies presented today appear to be a very authentic and manageable way for students to take more ownership of learning and reviewing!" - Alicia Gonzalez (Geometry Teacher, Animo Leadership)
- “Gold!” -Christina Ressler (Algebra Teacher,CCECHS) in regards to Sept 2nd MAST PD
- “I commend all of you for your abilities, patience, and hard work.” -Stephen Silvius (Algebra I & II Teacher, PUC, Lakeview Charter High School) in regards to Sept 2nd MAST PD
- “Mike was very informative.” -Lori Rosales (PUC, Triumph Charter High School) in regards to Mike’s teaching during the Sept 2nd MAST PD
- “Great session.” -Eileen Johnson (Alliance, Richard Merkin MS) in regards to Sept 14th MAST PD
- “Meetings more often!” -Christina Ressler (PUC, CCECHS) in regards to the Sept 20th MAST PD
- “Thank you for the model of excellence, team work and awesome training.” -Lee Lee Chon (Torrance, Jefferson Middle School) in regards to the Sept 25th MAST PD
- “Kathy's overview of CMAST was fabulous.” -Lee Lee Chon (Torrance, Jefferson Middle School) in regards to the Sept 25th MAST PD
- “Very impressed with the degree of complexity and in-depth teaching these methodologies will encourage. I think it'll also encourage teachers to solidify and re-master content in order to deliver more effective instruction.” -Jenny Taylor (Administrator, J.H. Hull) in regards to Sept 25th MAST PD
- “Great day...I have a lot to think about.” -Amy Hook (Algebra Teacher, J.H. Hull) in regards to Sept 25th MAST PD content that was taught
- “I like the whole process [Block Plan] and I'm excited to teach multiplication at the beginning of the school year.” -Gina Buchanan (Archdiocese, St. Paul) in regards to learning the Block Plan as was discussed during the MAST PD Sept 26th.
- “So helpful! Thanks, Jen!” -Cara Slapnicka (Archdiocese, St. Paul) in regards to CMAST Facilitator Jen co-teaching during the MAST PD workshop on Sept 26th
- “Please email me the HW reflection template. Could you please email me 1 of your unit tests so I could have your format? I love it!” -Nicole Fazis (Torrance, J.H. Hull): MAST PD Oct 19th
- “Thanks for all the examples.”-Beth Bauer (PUC, CALSECHS) in regards to the materials provided during Oct 25th MAST PD
Administration Testimonials - "With the LMU-MAST Program, The Alliance for College Ready Schools decreased the overall percentage of students in Far Below Basic by 10%, reduced the percentage of Far Below Basic to 14% in Algebra 1 and Geometry, and surpassed LAUSD in reducing the number of Far Below Basic in Algebra 2 to 21%." - Judy Burton CEO, The Alliance for College Ready Schools
- "I
met with the math teachers and they are so happy to have had this year
with CMAST! Wow, what a transition from September. They especially
loved how you and the mentors did not give them everything at once, and
how the program unfolded through the year. Thank you." -Aileen Harbeck, Principal, Dana Middle School
- "The MAST program offered through LMU-CMAST provided our teachers and administrators with the guidance and support needed to transform our mathematics program. The implementation of the MAST strategies helped our teachers develop their instructional pedagogy and resulted in an increase in students’ proficient and advanced in Algebra I from 14% to 52% in one school year. Even more impressive was the significant decrease in students scoring below and far-below basic." -Emilio Pack, Ed.D. Director of New School Development, Alliance for College-Ready Public Schools
- "Really looking forward to working with CMAST coaches/teachers!" -Barry Lafferty (Principal at J.H. Hull) in regards to Sept 25th MAST PD
Student Testimonials - "I have enjoyed learning math with (Mr. S) and I have learned things I thought I wouldn't understand." - Student of MAST Transformational Leader
- "If hooks can be a little longer. Hooks are my favorite. I love the way (Ms. F) teaches our class." - Student of CMAST Clinical Faculty
- "This teacher makes me understand math the most."- Student of MAST Transformational Leader
- "My math teacher is awesome! He helps me better understand math. Honestly, before he became my teacher I absolutely 'Hated' math. I will admit its not my favorite class but it is the most interesting math class I have ever taken." - Student of CMAST Clinical Faculty
- "(Mr. G) is a really great teacher. Seriously, he's willing to carefully assess how we're doing in terms of our understanding, not just the letters and number grades. He tries hard to make sure we truly grasp the concept and not just get good marks on tests. Plus, he's willingness to experiment and adapt his teaching style to his class is very refreshing and welcome." - Student of a MAST Transformational Leader
- "My current teacher is great because he explains everything to us very well and he gives us lots of practice problems so we understand the subject." - Student of a MAST Transformational Leader
- "This teacher has shown me that math can be fun and I absolutely love her teaching methods I was never motivated about math in my life and I respect my teacher for that."- Student of MAST Clinical Faculty
- "(Ms. C) is the greatest teacher I have ever had. She makes math concepts enjoyable while connecting them to everyday situations."- Student of MAST Clinical Faculty
- "I am chest deep in Calc 2, but staying afloat. I had no idea of the interconnections between sequences, series and functions, your idea of looking for interconnections and each layer building upon the rest is helping me to grasp the big picture."- Student of MAST Clinical Faculty