Math Specialists - Grades 5 and 6

As 5th and 6th grade math teachers we teach the curriculum as well as reinforce basic skills.  We offer 9th period supplemental instruction.  During this time we focus on small group instruction to strengthen concepts learned in math class and periodically we guide students with homework support.  We also supply opportunities to further develop math skills through Study Island and Plato.

Mrs. Donna Fox

Mrs. Fox graduated from East Stroudsburg University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education.  She received her Master of Science Degree from Wilkes University in Elementary Education with a concentration in Educational Technology.  In addition, she earned her Instructional Technology Specialist Certification from Wilkes.  Mrs. Fox started teaching in the district in 1994.  She taught 2nd and 3rd grade at Morey until the Middle School opened in 2005.  She taught 6th grade for 2 years before becoming the Math Specialist in 2007.

dfox@stroudsburg.k12.pa.us

Mrs. Maureen Wenck

Mrs. Wenck has been teaching for 23 years, and has two grown children.  Her son's name is Ryan, who is 29, and her daughter is Kelly, who is married and 26, living in Denver, Colorado.   She and her husband, Taylor like to camp and take hikes.  They do that sometimes with their dog, Rudy.

Mrs. Wenck thinks teaching has always been a wonderful job, because it never gets boring! She has always taught 5th or 6th grade, and continues to enjoy it.

mtwenck@stroudsburg.k12.pa.us

Math Specialists - Grade 7

Algebra I, the highest level math in seventh grade, is taught by our 7th grade math specialist.  In order to be placed in this class, students must meet three of four pre-determined criteria.  Math specialists also teach Basic Math 7 in a small class setting.  These classes move at a slower pace to enable the students to strengthen skills, fill in gaps and gain confidence.  Varied teaching techniques are used dependent upon the material presented/reviewed.  We continuously review topics previously taught.  In addition to the curriculum, students prepare for standardized testing.  Instruction is also provided to students during period 9 in an Edge class to help them prepare for the math portion of the PSSA test.

 

Mrs. Jean Werkheiser

Mrs. Werkheiser began her teaching career in Stroudsburg Area School District in 1974.   During her teaching career she has taught at the high school, the junior high and the middle school.  She is currently teaching Basic Math 7 and Algebra I.  A graduate of Pen Argyl High School, Mrs. Werkheiser earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education/Mathematics from Kutztown University.  She has attained numerous graduate credits beyond her Master’s Equivalency.

jwerkhei@stroudsburg.k12.pa.us