Mathematics
David Powers
Professor
Mathematics
- E-mail: dpowers@laspositascollege.edu
- Phone: (925) 424-1357
- Office: 21334
About Me
Education
B.S., Mathematics from CSU Hayward
M.S., Mathematics from CSU Hayward
California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Mathematics from CSU Hayward
Experience
My first seven years I taught at Tennyson High School in Hayward. The next thirteen years I taught at Amador Valley High School in Pleasanton. Since 2007 I have been teaching at Las Positas. First as a part-timer, and now full time. Starting in 2018, I became a part of the MDTP workgroup which works to create assessments designed to measure students' readiness for various math classes. I am also a mentor as part of the Math Alliance.
Other Roles at LPC
In addition to teaching math full time at LPC, I am also the faculty chair of the Professional Development Committee. I am also one of the advisors of the Alpha Gamma Sigma (AGS) Honor Society at LPC. Within the AGS State organization, I currently serve as a trustee on the Board of Trustees and am also the Vice-Chair of Scholarships and Awards. Also, since 2019, I have helped to represented LPC as part of the Mid-Alameda County Consortium (MACC) of adult education providers.
My Schedule This Semester
You can find my schedule here.
Office Hours for Fall 2023
Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS)
At LPC, students with physical, communication, learning, and psychological disabilities receive help to increase their access to classes, campus facilities, and all educational services. This help is provided through the Disability Resource Center (DRC). Go to the DRC web site.
Undocumented Students
If you are an undocumented, DACA, or AB540 student, you can learn more about the supports available at the LPC Dreamers website. Go to the LPC Dreamers web site.
LGBTQ+ Students
If you are a student who identifies as LGBTQ+, you can learn more about the supports available at the LPC LGBTQ+ resource page. Go to the LPC LGBTQ+ resource page.
Additionally, LGBTQ+ students may want to consider attending the LGBTQ+ Chill & Chat. Chill & Chat is a place to connect with other students, learn stress management skills, learn how to overcome life obstacles, and receive and give support. Please see the following link for details on how to join the meetings: Chill & Chat.
Free 24/7 Online Tutoring
The state has launched a free 24/7 online tutoring service. The link is below.
1) Go here: https://main_castatehelpnow_ca.svc.brainfuse.com/authenticate.asp
2) At the top, click enter as guest (or you can make an account I think)
3) On the left click on live tutoring
4) From the top menu choose college
5) From the second menu choose the subject you like.
Career Coach
The career coach website will help you look at different career choices and what classes you'll need to reach your educational goal.
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