(805) 289-0023 ext. 1306 rvillano@fthsdragons.com

Mr. Rick VillanoMr. Rick VillanoMathematics Teacher/ Department ChairMathematics Teacher/ Department Chair

Algebra 2, Algebra 2 Honors, Intermediate Algebra

Contact Information

(805) 289-0023 ext. 1306

rvillano@fthsdragons.com

Teaching BackgroundBachelor of Science-Finance / Mathematics

California State University, Northridge

Fourth year at Foothill Technology

Previously taught mathematics at Nordhoff High School

National Council on Teachers of Mathematics member

AVID Write Path Mathematics presenter

CSUN “Mini Morsels” Math conference presenter

How can parents help?

• Make sure student is completing homework daily.

• Expect that student attends math lab during FIRE when struggling with material.

• Check for neatness and accuracy.• Encourage student to try each problem.• Establish homework routines.• Help them get and stay organized.• Join PFSO and become active in the school.

Other Parent and Student Resources

• Homework Foothill High’s Math Lab– Test corrections– Homework help

• Practice quizzes and extra challenges– www.mcdougallittell.com

• On line help and examples – www.math.com– www.freemathhelp.com– Ask Dr. Math- www.mathforum.org