Unary equations, geometry, π=3.141592... junior high school math is without a doubt one of the most sleep-inducing subjects, especially when combined with sleep-deprived knot-tied brains. Almost everyone has been guilty at one time or another of daydreaming or dozing off in class. And despite a teacher’s best efforts, even Montessori middle school students drift off to the "land of nod” now and then….

Today, it was Principal Jan Gaffney’s turn to observe and assist, watching carefully to ensure students handled cleavers properly and safely, or whether they used they needed more attentive guidance….