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Classifying Polynomials; A Guide for Students

2023-04-142023-07-24 mrLaiche

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1. Classifying Polynomials; But Why? 2. What is a Polynomial? 3. Classify by Degree 4. Classify by Number of Terms 5. Examples Classifying Polynomials; But Why? Classifying polynomials might at first seem like a pointless task, but Read More …

Derivation of the Quadratic Formula; A Mystery Unravelled

2022-03-012023-06-22 mrLaiche

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Taming the Quadratic Formula Here we are going to unravel the secrets behind one of the most essential tools in algebra: the quadratic formula. The quadratic formula has been the bane of many a math students’ first year algebra experience. Read More …

1 = 2 ?!? What gives?

2016-12-292020-11-01 mrLaiche

We learned that 1 doesn’t equal 2 in kindergarten. So what is going on with the following proof? At first glance, it looks like all the rules of algebra are being followed. So what gives? Let me know if you Read More …

Quadratic Formula

2016-12-052023-06-22 mrLaiche

Have you been wondering where that dreaded QUADRATIC FORMULA comes from? *Read updated article on quadratic formula HERE. Understanding the derivation of the many formulas in math (from the AREA OF POLYGONS to the many TRIG IDENTITIES) can strengthen students’ Read More …

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I came to Drew at the end of my term and he really helped me prepare for my final. We went over review and practice problems and he helped me through them. I felt super confident after all my sessions that I understood the material and felt confident going into the exam. I definitely will be working with him again.

Lily Sawyer

6/09/2021

My son was falling behind in math in this year’s CDL format. He was frustrated and embarrassed. He wasn’t too happy getting math tutoring from mom. Drew stepped in once a week for the past 3 months and my son is enjoying math again! He’s doing well and feeling confident. Keeping Drew on board as a math tutor is a no brainer.

Marisol Levick

6/12/2021

Mr. Laiche has significantly improved my daughter's understanding of and grade in pre-calculus this year. He is highly professional, communicative and prompt, and my daughter has gained confidence in her math ability through their sessions together.

Katherine Kondylis

6/12/2019

Drew is fantastic! We worked with him for the first time thru all of distance learning and will continue with him once the girls are back in school as well. He’s very patient and communicative. Our oldest daughter chose to switch to compact math because she “felt more confident” since starting math tutoring with Drew, and our youngest “doesn’t hate math anymore” :) We highly recommend Drew - in fact our 2 closest family friends use him too.

Colleen Gibson

6/01/2021

Amazing math tutor. He helped me with IB Calc SL and was really helpful in supplementing my teacher.

Kai Morita-McVey

6/12/2020

Our 7th grader has been lucky to have Drew as our math tutor for the past year. Aside from the obvious and measurable improvement in grades, we have also noted an increase in confidence and overall interest in math. He now looks forward to his tutoring sessions and has enjoyed the ability to ask questions at his own pace and learning style.

BANJO WEYMOUTH

6/26/2023

Drew has a great rapport with our 13-year old son who is geeking out on math. He looks forward to his tutor sessions with Drew and seems to absorb everything he is learning. We have even recommended Drew to a couple other families who are equally pleased with their kids’ improvement in math.

Christine Egan

6/12/2019

Highly recommend Mr. Laiche! He has been so great to work with remotely during the pandemic, and has really helped my middle schooler feel more confident about math. Mr. Laiche adjusts his lessons to accommodate what my child is working on at school, which has been incredibly helpful during this year of distance learning.

Leslie McKay

6/12/2021

Drew is a very effective and sensible tutor.
My son is able to maintain a steady pace of understanding in his math class, thanks to Drew.

vivaldy Ma

5/06/2023