NSF publishes Ferrini-Mundy’s tips for helping kids with math homework

UMaine Alert

Posted: April 19, 2024 - 1:32 PM

At approximately 9:24 a.m. on Friday, April 19, a University of Maine graduate student was struck by a university vehicle on Long Road at the University of Maine campus in Orono. The student reports that they are at a local hospital with minor injuries.

Emergency services, including the Orono Fire Department, University Volunteer Ambulance Corps, University of Maine Police Department, Orono Police Department and Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.

The university vehicle involved in the incident was a Chevrolet Express van. It was being operated by a university employee.

Counseling services and support are available for students, faculty or staff who may have been affected. The Counseling Center can be reached at 207-581-1392 and the Dean of Students Office can be reached at 207-581-1406.

The scene has been cleared and Long Road is now accessible. An investigation is being conducted by the University of Maine Police Department with assistance from the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Lt. Noel Santiago at noel.santiago@maine.edu.

March 31, 2020 UMaine in the News

The National Science Foundation published a list of ways to help kids with math homework suggested by Joan Ferrini-Mundy, president of the University of Maine and University of Maine at Machias and former NSF chief operating officer. The list was republished as a resource for parents to use while schools are closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Communication is key to making math homework a positive experience, according to Ferrini-Mundy. Her tips included listening and trying to understand what your child is saying, asking them to think out loud, keeping an open mind and more.