Math Homework Hotline features Super Bowl theme and area volume challenge

The Math Homework Hotline aired on February 7, 2025, featuring co-hosts Maggie Mixon and Canela Prado, who introduced a lively "pool party" theme for the evening. The show coincided with the upcoming Super Bowl weekend, with both hosts expressing their support for the Kansas City Chiefs.

The primary focus of the episode was on the mathematical concepts of area and volume. Mixon shared her personal struggles with geometry during her school years, emphasizing the importance of understanding the formulas involved. The hosts encouraged students to call in with math questions, highlighting that participation could earn points for their teachers and the chance to win T-shirts.

A challenge question was presented, asking viewers to determine the surface area of a cylinder using the formula provided. The hosts encouraged students to take a screenshot of the problem to work on it later and to call in with their answers.

In addition to the math discussions, the show celebrated previous winners, including Jelani from Miss Ferguson's class, who was recognized for her participation in the last episode. The hosts also announced the winner of the January teacher contest, Miss Garrison from Dorothy C. York Innovation Academy, and introduced the February contest, which would track teacher participation over the month.

The episode concluded with birthday shout-outs and a preview of the upcoming STEM fair, where a special award would be given for innovative math use in student projects. The hosts expressed excitement for the event and encouraged community involvement in celebrating student achievements in mathematics.