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Math lessons are geared towards student ability levels. As we move into the Common Core State Standards for math, our concentration is on problem-solving, as we continue to reinforce our strong computation skills through Simple Solutions. Technology is incorporated into math through the use of teaching videos, through lessons in the lab, and through the use of the Mathletics Program.
Holy Trinity School philosophy states, “We recognize and value the uniqueness, dignity, and basic goodness of each individual as a child of God. With this in mind, we attempt to impart to our students a sense of the unconditional love of God and a certainty of their own self-worth.” As a school, we create programs and constantly evaluate and redevelop our curriculum to try to best meet all students’ learning needs. We believe our math program is a clear example of this.
At Holy Trinity School we want each child to reach their maximum potential. As a result, we have created smaller-sized math classes by having students with identified needs receive their math instruction in the Math Lab for grades 3-5.
The Advanced Math Program challenges Middle School students to take higher level math classes. The goal is to prepare those eighth graders who are ready to complete a program designed to take them through AP Calculus in high school.
In 2005, we created a Math Lab with smaller class size. In our Math Lab, a math specialist works with those students in grades three through five who need additional help. The students attending the Math Lab receive small group instruction in multiple ways. Students are taught by teacher demonstration at the board and by being able to write problems on individual white boards.
“Hands on” instruction includes use of clocks, money, fraction cubes, geometric shapes, and numbers and operation signs. For upper division students with identified needs, our resource teacher works in small groups in the classroom with these students to provide accommodations and special help. Our goal is to build the students’ mastery of math concepts and skills to build their self-esteem through succeeding in math. Success builds self-worth.
