Math

Students will demonstrate an understanding of mathematical concepts, operations, and relations while making mathematical and real-world connections. Students will develop an understanding of how and when to apply and use the mathematics they know to solve problems.

Students will learn procedures and algorithms based on a strong sense of numbers. They will develop fluency in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Students will also gain an understanding of the development and application of algorithms and procedures.

Students will analyze parts of complex mathematical tasks and identify where to begin the search for a solution. Students will select from a variety of problem-solving strategies and use multiple representations when appropriate. They will pursue solutions to various tasks from real-world situations and applications. They will find methods to verify their answers and will always question the reasonableness of solutions.

Students will explore and communicate a variety of reasoning strategies to think through problems. Students will apply their logic to critique the thinking and strategies of others to develop and evaluate mathematical arguments.

Students will hold the belief that mathematics is sensible, useful, and worthwhile. They will develop the habit of looking for and making use of patterns and mathematical structures. Students become effective problem solvers.

Students will discuss, write, read, interpret, and translate ideas and concepts mathematically. As they progress, students will increase their use of mathematical language, terms and definitions.