James Linza
Data based on 39 reviews.
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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 2026
- make sure to ask questions when confused, Mr. Linza has great ways of explaining them/ making them make sense - he goes over test/ quiz reviews so make sure to pay attention to those! - the funny jokes related to the unit(s) that you learn are super supe your helpful when its test time( its best to try and memorize them) - Please get the homework done during class time if you are able too, its best to do it when its fresh in your mind
Class of 2025
Make sure you complete your homework daily to not fall behind and take the extra time given to ask questions and study.
Class of 2025
He pretty much always gave review time so make sure to make the most of it
Class of 2025
There's in-class review right before quizzes, but not before tests (too time consuming + you get a whole day of independent review the class before).
Class of 2025
The class is easy to succeed in. Complete the homework on time and complete multiple study guides and you will do well on every test.
Additional Comments
Class of 2028
- Probably the best math teacher or just best teacher I've ever had at Hayfield. - He always gives opportunities for retakes and unlike other teachers, he doesn't give a 50 question quiz/test. - The idea that he lets you bring your old test on retakes is probably the best thing ever. - Super funny, his vocab is definitely going to stick with me as I move to more rigorous math courses - Probably the only reasonable math teacher at Hayfield - If you don't have him as a teacher, you're missing out.
Class of 2026
Thank you Mr. Linza for making me love math even more! your silly jokes and supportive positive comments truly drove me to strive and reach for the best. I really appreciate how you were able to connect and relate with the students and also how your hats and outfits correlated with each other. Moving my seat to the front of the class was the best decision that Ive made. I was able to have full attention on the board and the skills that you taught us! I will forever be greatful to have a supportive and fun teacher like you! Thank you so much Mr. Linza.
Class of 2025
Mr. Linza was a great teacher and one of the people in the school that I went to talk to about my life. He was my math teacher in 9th and 10th grade, then he was my baseball coach my junior year. He always did anything he could to help me with school and sports and you can tell he really cares about his students.
Class of 2025
Best teacher ever
Class of 2025
Mr. Linza is frankly one of the best teachers I've ever had. He made the entire class seem super easy, which is especially difficult for a higher-level math class.