Nathan J. Rassi
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Multiple ChoiceIs the teacher available for extra help during study halls, lunchtime, before or after school, etc.?
Almost AlwaysThe teacher responds to emails promptly. Do you...
Strongly AgreeThe teacher posts in-class materials online for reference (slides, etc.):
Almost AlwaysThe teacher lets us know at the beginning of the course and along the way how much each part of the class (homework, papers, quizzes and tests) counts towards our total grade:
Strongly AgreeHow much homework does this teacher assign?
Way too muchThe amount of writing required in this class is:
Very HighThe teacher allows us to use technology in class (e.g. laptop, calculator, smart pen, etc.)
Almost AlwaysHow much memorization is required to do well in this teacher’s course?
Very HighWhat advice would you give yourself if you were just starting the class now?
Class of 2023
AP Physics -- I would definitely read the book during the chapter and read it before the tests. Don't just rely on the processes that were used in the webassign- understand HOW they came to be. Don't rely on formula memorization, be able to derive them from the context of the problem. Go in after school if you have questions. Never be afraid to ask questions.
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Class of 2023
Mr. Rassi is genuinely a good teacher. By the time a student has decided to take AP Physics or even Honors Physics, they have realized that they are not like normal students. I know it sounds conceited, but it is true. In a word, these students are overacheivers. These are some of the brightest students in the school and Mr. Rassi keeps up completely. I believe he wholly reflects his students: he was a "gifted" child, he always felt unchallenged by school, and he entirely understands the high school-overachieving-senior sentiment. Knowing that the teacher wasjust like you is very nice and totally gives you a different perspective. Mr. Rassi is one of those teachers that is completely overqualified for his job but continues to teach because he genuinely has good in his heart. He is witty, sardonic, and down to earth with his students. He wants you to question everything, and eventually you will :). He is very serious and stern but equally funny. He makes sure you understand his expectations and sometimes thats overwhelming but its okay :) overall I really like Mr. Rassi