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Jean and Jane taught us that all students have the ability to implement Mastering Math strategies using the mathematical language common for all grades and all countries.  We saw an immediate jump in our test scores at all grade levels and we were surprised at the connections that our special education students made using Mastering Math strategies.  I appreciated the extra benefit of having two master teachers model the teaching process for my teachers.
        Roger Jensen, Principal, Kadoka, SD,  Ph #: 605-837-2171, E-mail : rogerjensen@K12.sd.us

What is great staff development program?  A program that increase student achievement, that fits the goals of NCLB, will generate teacher enthusiasm, and one that changes attitudes toward mathematics.  Can any program do all these things?  It is hard to find.  However, Mastering Math workshops hit the mark on each criteria.  Our state Stat 10 scores went from below the state average to above average.  I encourage anyone in staff development to use this program, you will not be disappointed!
        Mary Ellen Johnson, Director of Instruction, Pierre, SD

Our primary teachers have incorporated Mastering Math.  This program gives teachers common goals and common language. 
        Mrs. Lois Myran, Roughrider Ed. Service Program, Director, Dickinson, ND, Ph#:  701-456-0002

I use Mastering Math to teach the basic facts of multiplication, division, and for evaluating multi digit expressions.  I cannot say enough about this program!
        Mrs. Mary Graupmann, 4th Grade Teacher, Kadoka, SD

Thinking Strategies for Mastering Math are the best workshops I have ever attended. The materials our teachers received at the workshops are outstanding!  Our students love the Scoobee games and they learn so much from playing them.    Contact me if you have any questions about Thinking Strategies.
        Cynthia Baumann, Curriculum Director, Elementary Education, Omaha, NE cynthia.bauman@ops.org

Few workshops create the excitement and enthusiasm for teaching mathematics as did Mastering Math.  You will leave this workshop with professionally prepared classroom-ready materials for teaching fundamental concepts and procedures.  I highly recommend Mastering Math workshops.
        Owen Lampert, Principal, Jackson Elementary, Riverton, Wyoming, Ph #:  307-856-9495

Mastering Math's emphasis on content knowledge and stress on language development is highly impressive. Teachers' manual, student workbook and support materials assures skill development and skill retention. Mastering Math is a practical classroom-ready program that I recommend for all elementary teachers.
        Dr. David Harpster, Mathematics Educator, University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, E-mail:  dharpste@uwsp.edu

Mastering Math has been a part of our teacher training for the past ten years. This is an outstanding program!
        Laurie Matize, Title I Director, North Dakota Dept. of Education, Ph #: 701-328-2284

I start my day with Thinking Strategies for Mastering Math! Because of this program, my students know their basic facts by mental computation. Math concepts that were once difficult are easily understood!
        Kathy Larshus, Second Grade Teacher, Bismarck, North Dakota

Because of this program, I have seen reluctant math students blossom! The training and the materials that you receive at these workshops are outstanding.
        Darcy St. Vincent, Second Grade Teacher, Belcourt, North Dakota

I have never seen a program make such an impact on the primary grades.
        Martha Houser, Teacher, Chanhassen, Minnesota

We have used Thinking Strategies For Mastering Math for over six years and this program has made a major impact on our mathematics program! Thinking Strategies is introduced to our kindergarten students and is used throughout the grades for language and concept development. Thinking Strategies For Mastering Math provides the foundation for learning mathematics, giving students skills and self-confidence! College administrators, this program should be part of your teacher training program!
        Mrs. Cleo Charging, Principal, White Shield Public School, White Shield, ND, Ph #:  701-743-4350

Thinking Strategies for Mastering Math is an engaging, hands-on, visual math program which helps students recognize and understand the many and varied relationships that exist in mathematics. Recognizing and understanding relationships moves students from the idea of mathematics to knowing mathematics.
        Leslie Hanson, Principal, Watertown School District, Ph #: 605-882-6312

Thinking Strategies for Mastering Math gives teachers the methods and the materials which enables them to help their students learn the basic facts by mental computation. Thinking Strategies is truly an "everyone learns" program.
        Corrine J., Elementary Teacher

The training and the professionally prepared materials teachers receive at the workshops enables teachers to implement the Thinking Strategies program with ease. The presenters, Jane and Jean, do an excellent job of presenting their program. Jane and Jean have trained my teachers for the last five years.
        Mr. Bruce Henderson, Turtle Mountain School, Belcourt, ND 701-477-6471

The ease of application is testimony to the quality of the program. The instructors enthusiasm for teaching mathematics is contagious!        
        Mr. Steve Joyal, Curriculum Coordinator, Minot Public Schools, Minot, ND 701-857-4426

Thinking Strategies For Mastering Math workshops are hands-on, visual, and language-intensive. The geometry program takes the mystery out of teaching and learning geometry! With Thinking Strategies For Mastering Math, geometry comes alive in the elementary classroom! Administrators, you'll get more than your money's worth when you bring these workshops to your school. The training and the materials the teachers receive are outstanding!
        Corrine Johnson, Principal, Onamia Public School, Onamia, MN 612-532-4174

Thinking Strategies for Mastering Math has helped our students see how knowing mathematics can help them solve their real-world problems.
        Bette Ritterman, Principal, Larimore Elementary School, Larimore, ND 701-343-2249

Thinking Strategies For Mastering Math workshops are very unique and hands-on. The materials and the training the teachers receive are extremely helpful in the classroom.
        Sandy Aune, Migrant Education, North Dakota Department of Education, Bismarck, ND 701-328-2170

A strong mathematics program depends on its foundation. Thinking Strategies for Mastering Math is that foundation. When you take Thinking Strategies, you'll soon realize what getting back to the basics really means. All elementary teachers, take Thinking Strategies for Mastering Math!
        Mr. Jerome Suda, Principal, Grafton Public School, Grafton, ND

Thinking Strategies for Mastering Math is an excellent course. I use this program in my classroom and it works!
         Jeannie Fitterer, Fourth Grade Teacher

Administrators, I highly recommend Thinking Strategies for Mastering Math!
        Mr. Wayne Strand, Principal, Minot Air Force Base, Minot, North Dakota

We have enjoyed taking the Thinking Strategies workshops. Our students love practicing their math facts using the card games. Our students are learning and having fun with math. We appreciate all the hands-on materials we received at the workshops.
        Elizabeth Dominquez and Carolyn Vanden Burg, Elementary Teachers