Jim Hertenstein
Data based on 3 reviews.
What kind of test questions does this teacher use most often (choose one):
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 2025
Study for tests and quizzes. Do your homework.
Class of 2025
Go in with an open mind. Algebra 1 is a tough class, and don't expect Mr. Hertenstein to teach you much! Most students find him hard to understand and have to teach themselves the concepts.
Additional Comments
Class of 2025
Good luck with Mr. Hertenstein! He has quite a reputation throughout the school for being confusing, hard to understand, and a bad teacher. This is not completely true, however. Mr. Hertenstein is close to retirement and may be retired when you are reading this. If not, Mr. Hertenstein's class is challenging. He teaches in a way that is unclear and does not explain things. He seems to be a nice enough person, and I like him. He will help you if you ask, and he wants students to succeed. He offers test retakes that will get you full points back for missed problems. He tends to be forgetful and unapologetic, as he forgot that I was going to retake my test. He didn't apologize well, but he gave me extra time to complete the retake. He also graded another one of my tests with the wrong answer key! When meeting to go over the test, I read him a problem and he stated "Minus x! Something's not right here.. " I was confused as to why I got a 55% when I understood the unit! He graded the test correctly and I got a much better grade like I expected. I have had to reach out for help understanding some of the concepts. I asked Mr. Jon Unger, Algebra II and precalculus teacher. He is amazing and helpful. Mr. Hertenstein wants his students to succeed, and he is willing to help you.