MILTON GREEN, Mathematics Department

Q: What do you teach at Wakefield and why?

A: I teach mathematics (FOM1, and 2) .  While in college, I was premed and studied Chemistry and Biology.  When studying Physical Chemistry,  I developed a love and appreciation for Differential Equations, Probabilities and Statistics and Analytical Geometry.

Q: What does your typical work day look like?

A: I can say that for the moment, “I don’t have a typical day.  I am new to Wakefield HS, new to North Carolina, and new to remote learning.  The one constant is the wonderful eager learners and the passionate staff members here at Wakefield.

 Q: What is the biggest challenge with online school?

A: The biggest challenge with online learning is overcoming the lack of people socialization.  The small talk, the team activities, the noise, the music, … the “Aha” or Eureka moments!

Q: What is your background like?

A: As far as my background,  I have taught students from grades 5th thru 13;  work in both public and private schools; taught students of all levels and backgrounds.  I play guitar, chess, and read poetry.  I am an alumni t of Knoxville College (HBCU),  my master’s studies took place at Wayne State University, Michigan State and University of Michigan.

Q: What are some crazy teaching stories you have? 

A: I have some crazy teacher stories, but they would be inappropriate.  Let me say that I have taught school in both Washington, DC and Detroit, Michigan.  

Q: What is your favorite thing about Wakefield? 

A: I love the people here at Wakefield HS!!!!