• Can I visit your school to see what you do?
    Yes, we teach the class everyday. Call 970-219-5020 (Scott) or 970-744-1048 (Tom) to set up a visit. back to top
  • Do I need a shop?
    No. We build outside in Colorado. You simply need an area to build on, as well as a place to store tools/lumber (e.g. an old semi-trailer). back to top
  • Can I buy the geometry problem bank?
    We give the problem bank out to all participants of the 5-day training session. back to top
  • Do I need addition insurance?
    This depends on your district. We recommend that you contact your district safety and risk management personnel. As for our program, we carry a builder's risk policy for additional liability coverage. back to top
  • What is the difference betwen the 2-Day and 5-Day trainings?
    The 2-Day trainings is for teachers to learn how to develop their own contexualized programs in any CTE area (Cosmetology, Consumer & Family Studies, Business, Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology, Trade and Industry, and Construction). The 5-Day training specifically trains administrators and teachers on how to implement Geometry in Construction. In the 5-Day training you will receive the complete curriculum. back to top
  • If I attend the 5-Day training, what do I receive?
    You receive a brief introduction to teambuilding, cooperative group learing, list of needed tools, checklist of who in the district needs to be contacted, geometry problem bank, geometry activities, geometry quizzes and tests, inspiration, and day-by-day instruction on how to make this program work for you. back to top
  • Do I need to bring a math teacher to the training?
    Yes... he/she in VITAL for the success of this program. back to top
  • Does the math teacher need to know how to build?
    No... just a willingness to learn. We suggest that the construction teacher instruct the math teacher on the needed skills during the planning prior to students arriving. back to top
  • How do I register for professional development?
    you can register here back to top
  • How does the cost of this training compare to books or other training's?
    Since a geometry problem bank is included in the training, you do not need to purchase textbooks. Geometry in Construction implementation compares favorably to Project Lead the Way. back to top
  • Does the construction teacher need to teach math?
    No. He/she need to be willing to learn/participate in the geometry class. back to top
  • Does the math teacher need to teach construction?
    Yes. We find in more manageable and fun when the math teacher is involved on the build site. The construction teacher can teach the math teacher anything necessary related to the construction site. back to top
  • Can a district request individual district training?
    Yes, we conduct district trainings in addition to regional trainin's. Call us at 970-219-5020 to find out the details. back to top
  • What other school district are using this program?
    Call is at 970-219-5020 to find out if there is a district in you area. back to top
  • Where can I find more information?
    Please feel free to call us at 970-219-5020 or email scott@contextuallc.com or tom@contextuallc.com back to top
  • Do I have to build a house?
    No. Other capstone projects are okay. However, the project must be big enough to hook the students. A school in Texas is building a smaller hunting/deer cabin. Schools have used elaborate playhouses. back to top