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Mathematics
The goal of the mathematics department at Trinity School is for our students to become effective problem solvers. Through our program, we develop habits of mind for life-long learning. As such, we strive to provide a classroom environment in which students are expected to participate actively, think creatively, communicate effectively, learn from mistakes, take risks, and embrace challenges. Students become better mathematicians, more creative and confident learners, successful collaborators, and flexible thinkers.
Our curriculum is designed to help students explore and master mathematical concepts. Through our program, students will discover and strengthen these qualities within mathematics and themselves:
BEAUTY: Students experience joy in learning and grow to appreciate the beauty of mathematics as they explore problems with enthusiasm and excitement.
WONDER: Students approach math problems with curiosity and creativity.
COMMUNICATION: Students share, listen, and reflect as they collaborate with their learning community. They articulate their thoughts and use appropriate mathematical language.
PERSEVERANCE: Students approach problems with tenacity, resilience, and patience. They persevere through unfamiliar problems and learn to feel comfortable making mistakes as they grapple with uncertainty.
FLEXIBILITY: Students become skilled problem solvers by exploring multiple approaches.
FLUENCY: Students master the mathematical skills needed to support their analysis of problems. They use the problems and solutions as pieces in a puzzle to make connections between concepts and see a bigger picture.
Located on the Upper West Side of New York City, Trinity School is a college preparatory, coeducational independent school for grades K-12. Since 1709, Trinity has provided a world-class education to its students with rigorous academics and outstanding programs in athletics, the arts, peer leadership, and global travel.