Long International Middle School

Current 2022-2023 schedule:

1st Period: 7:25-8:25am (6th Grade Math)

2nd Period: 8:28-9:18am (Advisory)

3rd Period: 9:21-10:44am (Plan/Lunch)

4th Period: 10:47-11:47am (6th Grade Math)  

5th Period: 11:50-12:50pm (6th Grade Math)  

6th Period: 12:55-1:55pm (6th Grade Math)

I would like to personally welcome you to the 2022-23 school year at Long International Middle School (LIMS)! I am Mr. Erbe - your student’s sixth grade math teacher for this school year. This is my second year teaching at Long and I am really excited to get to know everybody!

I have lived in St. Louis for one year and I love it so far! I have lived all around the United States, but more recently lived in Birmingham, Alabama for 7 years where I graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) in 2017. I also recently attained my Master's Degree in Education from Washington University in St. Louis! I live with my fiancée, Gaby, and my dog, Mario. I love to be active and get outside whenever I am able to. Some other hobbies of mine include: playing music, cooking, reading, and watching sports or movies!

In the classroom, I like to focus on learning math in lots of different ways. Math is all around us, and I try to relate it to my students' lives often. Much like life, our class is a mix of work that needs to be done and fun experiences that will shape a positive outlook on math and school overall. To create an environment that is inclusive, safe, and educational for ALL of my students, I ask that everyone (including all adults) in my room follow these expectations:

• Show Respect: To others, to ideas, and to yourself
• Come to Class Prepared: To learn, to participate, and to do your best
• Communicate: ask questions, respond when asked, and be transparent and honest

One of the most important things to me is to keep an open communication line with my students and their homes. I want to build these relationships and listen to the ideas and concerns you may have. At any point this year, please contact me for whatever reason. I am a resource for you and your students. See my contact information below.

Have a great start to the school year! Remember - YOU BELONG AT LONG!