The Mathematics Department at S.C.S. provides students with a wide
range of choices that address all levels of ability. We are enthusiastic about providing
exceptional, cutting-edge instruction, delivered by highly qualified
teachers. Each math teacher has been
educated in a mathematics related field, ranging from pure math to engineering
to computer science which makes us well-equipped to help students gain a deeper
understanding of concepts and prepare them for their future.
Here at S.C.S., we are dedicated to the success of students. As experts in our field, we have developed
excellent diagnostic tools which ensure that each student has chosen the level
appropriate to their ability, and we are able to counsel students into a level where
they will experience the most success.
Also, to encourage attainment of credits for students that struggle, we
provided a test rewrite policy which gives each student the chance to pass
every test, and we offer daily lunch-time math help, which is supervised by
teachers in the department who eagerly volunteer their time. All math students are given every
opportunity to achieve.
Through a Grand Erie technology initiative and the commitment of
administration and teachers to providing innovative instruction, each
mathematics classroom has been equipped with a SMART Board and a set of
tablets. This acquisition has allowed
us to introduce a wide variety of dynamic, interactive learning opportunities
which helps support student engagement and student learning. We are able to address different learning
styles and help students gain new skills and problem solving strategies.
There are also
extracurricular opportunities in mathematics for our students. Each year, several of our top students from
all grades (including students in Gr. 8 from our feeder schools) have
volunteered to prepare and write the internationally recognized Waterloo
Mathematics Competition. In the past,
our students have done very well on this highly challenging test. We are also very proud to have an AP Calculus
AB program in the school. Students who
are successful on the AP exam can often earn up to one credit towards
university. To date, SCS is the only school in Norfolk that
offers this program. We hope to
begin a Pre-AP program in the near future.
We are very pleased with our students’ achievements and look forward to
celebrating your child’s achievements as well.