Math

Ms. S. ARTEAGA - A Track- I teach 6th grade math and algebra. My hobby is taking care of my son; in other words, being a mom! I am a teacher because I am in the world to change the world.

Ms. A. BELTRAN - C Track - I teach teaches math since 2004. I taught in Guadalajara, Jalisco. What I like most about Gage is its people who are very friendly. I went to school at California State University of Los Angeles. I enjoy reading, gardening, cooking, and sewing. My favorite country is Mexico; its people were very nice with me and my family. I lived there for 14 years.

Mr. J. A. BORDEN - B Track - teaches math since August 2001. He taught at Dorsey High School. What he likes more about Gage is the opportunities to work with students and fellow educators. He attended Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo.
His hobbies and interests include the arts, nature, reading, biking, and hiking.
His favorite quote is: "Attitude is Everything."

Mr. M. CROSSER - C Track - has been enjoying the friendly students and helpful staff at Gage since 1997. He would like to see an increase in communications and networking among the teachers.

Mr. J. A. GONZALEZ - B Track - started teaching at Gage in 1990. Before coming to Gage, Mr. Gonzalez taught at Orange High School in Orange, CA. Where did Mr. Gonzalez go to school? California State University, Fullerton, CA.

Ms. C. HOFFMAN - B Track - teaches 7th grade math, 8th grade Algebra, and Algebra Readiness here at Gage, where she started in August 2000. Ms. Hoffman likes that the teachers are very enthusiastic and very supportive and helpful. She attended the University of California, Irvine. Her hobbies are to hike, read, and play with her 3 year old son. Ms. Hoffman speaks Hungarian, Spanish, and English.

Mr. J. G. MARTINEZ - A Track - Mr. Martinez started teaching at Gage back in the 80's. What he likes most about Gage is the students; "we have some of the best students here at Gage, with a great potential," he said. His hobbies include reading, traveling, and coin collecting.

Mr. C. O'NEIL - A Track - has been working at Gage since 2001. Mr. O'Neil worked at Bank of America for 15 years! What he likes most about Gage- Being a part of our students' education. The schools he went to: Bachelor's Degree: Cal State University, Long Beach, MBA: USC, Teaching Credential: Cal State University, Dominguez Hills.

Mr. O'Neil enjoys spending time with his family (two girls: Kelly and Kacey), reading, golfing, working out, and bible study. Mr. O'Neil has visited the following countries: Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Costa Rica, Africa (Kenya), and throughout Europe (including Ireland).

Ms. M. RODRIGUEZ - B Track- I came to Gage in July 2006. I taught in the Philippines: 11 years in a private high school and 8 years in a public high school. What I like most about Gage is the functional and active SLC's (Small Learning Communities) and CFG's (Critical Friends Groups) at Gage, teachers administrations and staff are supportive of each other. I went to school in the Philippines: West Visayas State University (Degree Bachelor of Science in Education Major in Mathematics) Ateno de Manila University (Degree: Master of Science in teaching Mathematics) My hobbies & interests are: reading books (novels), listening to mellow music I love to do gardening if I have enough time.

My Favorite Quote: Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom...
Languages I speak: Filipino, English, a little of Spanish.
Countries I have been to: Philippines and Japan. (I'm not well traveled)

Mr. S. VARGAS - A Track- has been an asset to the math department since 1985. Mr. Vargas enjoys his students and the friendly Gage staff. He also enjoys soccer and traveling. Mr. Vargas attended California State University, Los Angeles.

Mr. A. VELLONAKIS - C Track - started teaching Gage in 2002, coming from Gompers Middle School. Mr. Vellonakis likes that most Gage students are friendly and very well behaved. He received his degrees from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and National University. Mr. Vellonakis likes most outdoor activities like Hiking and Fishing, and sports like baseball and basketball: Go Tigers!, Go Pistons! Mr. Vellonakis says he understands a little Greek.