Blogage
Ted Klumb is a Commercial and Residential Real Estate agent with First Weber and CEO/Founder of TKOR, LLC property management (www.tedklumb.com). He lives and works in Menomonee Falls, is a graduate of UWM, and is married with two children. Ted is also a former member of the Menomonee Falls School Board, a faith development music teacher, and musician who’s enthusiasm far exceeds his talent.
What Employers Need and Expect
While I am more than willing to hear about what educational pundits say the children of this country need to compete in the world market, I put far more weight on what employers tell me every day.
Math Programs Defined and Compared March 3rd
The Chair and Co-Chair of the Menomonee Falls School District Math Department will give a presentation to the public on March 3rd at 6:30. Save the date.
The highlight of the evening will be the contrast and comparison of the CMP and IMP Math programs offered in the district using actual test score data.
Citizens at Work-MFSD Finance Group
Many of you may not know it but a lot of your fellow citizens are involved in a group call the "Finance Study Group." The goal of the group is to identify andeliminate waste, as well as to make sure that as many dollars go toward the actual classroom education of all students in Menomonee Falls. Some of the functions have that have taken place: Survey to staff to identify cost savings. comparing our district to neighboring districts to compare cost and performance as well as many other productive items stated below in the agenda for the next meetng. Please attend, and join, if you have an interrest in this group.
Public Hearing on MFSD Reconfiguration
The public is invited to attend a brief presentation and provide feedback on potential changes to the school district.
Major Science Dignitary to Visit MFHS
The Science Department has landed James Gates from the University of Maryland, a big name in science. He will be speaking to our HS students on February 28th.
Invitation to "Math Wars":Peace Conference/Candidate Forum
If you have concerns about your child's Math program, which program your child should take, or what the heck are they teaching my kids now, please attend this Math presentation. Don't get your information from a web site promoting one method over another. Don't rely on a Yahoo group for information. Ask the professionals who are familiar with both methods, teach both methods, and measure the results. This presentation will help you guide your child, or you, to make the right decision in selecting Math programs and pathways through High School.
