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MATHEMATICS
The Mathematics Department of Saint Joseph High School attempts to fulfill the potential of each individual student. Through our perception and understanding of the student's rate of assimilation, the department offers a variety of courses designed to challenge each student. In agreement with the school's philosophy, the mathematics department recognizes "the dignity and value of each student, her uniqueness as a person and her need to develop an awareness of self and self-worth." The department members, with their knowledge and appreciation of mathematical concepts, operations and applications, hope to enable students to use mathematics effectively in today and tomorrow's world.
Goals and Objectives
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To provide for the students' mastery of mathematical concepts and principles
a. By adopting textbooks which are aligned to the state standards
b. By assigning daily homework
c. By giving tests and quizzes on a regular basis
d. By a program of continuous review
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To develop independent thinking and learning
a. By making special projects and challenge problems available
b. By assigning reading as an part of the mathematical process, thus emphasizing the language of mathematics
c. By grouping for co-operative learning
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To prepare students to use mathematics and computers effectively in today's world
a. By adopting textbooks which are real-world oriented
b. By making students aware of mathematical references in newspapers and magazines
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To help students improve their performance
a. By being available for additional tutoring
b. By encouraging the use of specific computer software as a tutorial
c. By communication with parents as necessary
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To encourage the use of technology
a. By requiring each student to use a calculator in all courses
b. By maintaining and updating a library of mathematics computer software
c. By using the computer lab as a class activity and on an individual basis
d. By adopting textbooks which have an on-line resource
e. By using the large screen computer in the mathematics classroom
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To develop problem-solving strategies
a. By the adoption of textbooks which include standardized test practice
b. By asking open-ended questions promoting discovery
c. By using co-operative learning
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Courses
Algebra I
Algebra I Honors
Algebra I, Part I
Algebra I, Part II
Geometry
Geometry Honors
Basic Geometry
Algebra II
Algebra II Honors
Algebra II, Part I
Algebra II, Part II
Advanced Math
Pre-Calculus Honors
Pre-Calculus
AP Calculus
Statistics
Consumer Math
Faculty
Please see “Faculty and Staff”
Click on one of the department names below for details
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