Mathematics is a common language that can help students unlock complex problems and provide a lens of understanding by which to make applied and important connections to other fields, professions and disciplines.  Mathematics offers its own unique set of knowledge, skills and processes enabling students to discover ways to solve old problems and develop new ways of thinking about the world around them – a skill that is essential to tackling the biggest challenges in our interconnected, global world. The Mathematics Department's mission is to produce students who are flexible and critical thinkers, able to independently problem solve and effectively communicate both reasoning and results.  We strive to create a consistent learning experience for all students while honoring the individual talents of our faculty.  In order to value the uniqueness of each student we offer a wide array of courses and appropriately place students based on ability.

 

New incoming students take a math placement test to determine their initial math course selection. This placement can change over time based on academic performance. Students may move between honors and regular levels on a year-by-year basis and, under certain conditions, students may use summer work to accelerate their pace through the curriculum.  Please see this document for more details.  A number of electives exist at the upper school level, giving students choices to match their interests and desired level of academic rigor.

Department Policy on Honors and Placement/Acceleration
Please find the document here.