Mathematics Curriculum Overview: No ceiling!
Our math program is comprised of regular mathematics learning, math team, and math circle. Our mathematics curriculum is compatible with both international and American standards.
Curriculum Delivery Logistics:
Students walk to the appropriate for their ability and age math class.
There is pre-assessment and all work is monitored to ensure it is relevant to the student.
Everyone gets 1:1 and small group time with the teacher as well as group project time.
There are really few or no "whole class" lessons. Learning is project/discovery/inquiry based as much as possible.
Working at the student's proper level does not have to be "earned" by completing grade level work - it is the norm. There is no needless repetition.
Groupings are flexible and dynamic.
The Math Department sponsors the children’s business fair every year. Students write business plans and develop a product or service and test out their idea.
A high-level chart of areas covered follows. We work closely with students and families to make sure that we are meeting students' needs in this very critical area of study. As the mathematics increase in complexity, it is NOT true that one runs out of mathematics. However, math is also not everyone's passion - we allow flexibility in study and the ability to opt out of the mathematics electives, just like in college.
Our high school math features integrated geometry into the algebra sequence and prepares students for science applications. As an example of how advanced we are, and how early, we have successfully run Calculus AB and BC classes for students as young as 7th grade, and we have taught above AP level courses.
