Mathematics

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Overview

Mathematics is one of the true universal languages of the world and is critical for success in life. Maths helps us with everyday activities such as shopping, preparing food, time planning and playing sport, and is applied to solve the greatest planning, creative and technical challenges facing people, societies and the natural world. The mathematics theory and problem-solving skills learned through a differentiated and engaging maths program at Yeronga SHS help our students tackle problems far into the future and open their eyes to experience the world around them on a much more interesting and insightful level.

Maths classrooms at Yeronga SHS are 'hands on' learning environments where strong numeracy foundations are lain and students can reach their full potential. To achieve this, the YSHS mathematics department strategically targets our efforts and resources across the Junior and Secondary programs, including:

Junior and Middle School (Years 7 to 9)

Differentiated curriculum, to ensure all students can actively engage and achieve
Foundational and accelerated numeracy support classes
Manipulatives and concrete materials for laying practical foundations
Creative Movement in Maths sessions
Education through Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Application of real world STEM projects
Problem-solving using the universal Polya framework
Specialist numeracy teacher aids