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Hi! My name is Erika Waltz and I am your child's Math Analysis teacher. I am so exited to help your child further develop their math skills, while demonstrating how to use their skills outside of the classroom. This site is dedicated to highlight the key information to aid in the success of your child as they navigate their high school adventure.
I am entering my 17th year of teaching, with the last 7 years spent at RFH. Prior to teaching at the high school level, I taught 7th and 8th grade math, which gave me a strong understanding of the foundational concepts that support success in more advanced courses. This background allows me to recognize and reinforce the skills your child has been building throughout their academic journey.
In addition to my degree in Mathematics Education, I also hold a degree in Physics Education. This combination allows me to highlight the important connections between math and science—connections that are critical as students prepare for college-level coursework and real-world problem solving. One of my core goals is to help students not only master mathematical content but also develop the analytical thinking and strategies they’ll need for success after high school.
Outside the classroom, I’m a mom of three children, now ages 10, 8, and 5. As a family, we love spending time outdoors—at the beach, paddleboarding, hiking local trails—and traveling whenever we can to explore new places and experiences.
Office Hours (Room 511)Day 1 7:22 - 7:40 am Day 2 7:22 - 7:40 am Day 3 10:45 - 11:15 am Day 4 10:45 - 11:15 am Math LRC Day 2 Room 101
Supply List
Supply List
Students should come to class with the follow:
Spiral notebook
Pencils & eraser caps
TI-84 Graphing Calculator (optional)
A positive growth mindset
Thinking Classroom
Thinking Classroom
What is a Thinking Classroom? In our classroom, we use the Thinking Classrooms framework, developed by education researcher Dr. Peter Liljedahl, to encourage students to become more engaged, independent, and confident learners.
Rather than relying on traditional lecture-based instruction, students work in small groups on vertical whiteboards, tackle rich problems, and discuss their thinking with their peers. This approach helps them develop critical thinking, collaboration, and perseverance—skills that are essential for both academic success and life beyond high school.
Research shows that Thinking Classrooms improve student participation, deepen understanding, and help learners of all levels feel more connected to mathematics.
Check out the video clip where Dr. Liljedahl explains the Thinking Classroom model and what makes it so effective.
An important key to success in highschool, especially in the math and science classrooms, is a growth mindset. The first few days of the school year are dedicated to comparing the growth mindset to the fixed mindset and ways to put that into practice. To learn more about how to foster this development, feel free to access MindsetWorks.
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