What is Math about at Palmer?

Math at Palmer is not just about doing an endless amount of multiplication questions, it is will teach Math in a way where the students will see a side of equations that they never knew existed. Students will learn Math in a way that will help them exceed in there skills. This course is a new way to dive deep into the depts of Math and truly learn and understand the meanings behind it.

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Grade 8-9

In grade 8-9, students are starting to develop there skills, students are introduced to many mathematical concepts and there mathematical knowledge is combined with curricular competencies in problem solving, reflection, and communication skills. These competencies will help students through out there Math life in high school.

Grade 10-12​

In grade 11, there is more then one course in Math, there called, Mathematics 11 Foundations, Mathematics 11 Pre-calculus, and Mathematics 11 Enriched (Pre-calculus). In grade 12, there is more then one course in Math, there called, Mathematics 12 Foundations, Mathematics 12 Pre-calculus, and Advanced Placement Calculus 12.

(Incentive courses separate: more information on Math Incentive 8-11 page) 

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​In grade 8-9, students will start to develop there Math skills with these competencies, problem solving, reflection, and communication skills. Here is a broken down explanation of them and how they will be the building blocks to there Math success.

 

Problem solving, problem-solving helps students in grades 8–9 understand math better, think more deeply, and learn skills they can use in school and everyday life. It teaches them to use different strategies, look carefully at problems, and think in creative ways. This helps them move past just memorizing facts and become more confident and independent in math.

 

Reflection, reflections in Math help students in grades 8–9 think more carefully and understand math ideas more deeply. When students reflect, they take time to look back at what they learned, how they solved problems, and what strategies worked best. This helps them see their mistakes, find better ways to solve problems, and understand why certain methods work.

Reflecting also helps students build critical thinking and self-awareness. They learn to explain their reasoning, connect new ideas to what they already know, and see how Math is used in real-life situations. Over time, this makes them more confident, independent, and ready to face new challenges in Math and other subjects.

 

Communication skills, communication skills help students in grades 8–9 learn Math better by making it easier to understand ideas, work with others, and solve problems. When students learn how to clearly explain their thinking, they can share their ideas, ask good questions, and listen to different viewpoints. This helps them see new ways to solve problems and correct misunderstandings.

Good communication also helps students work together in group activities. They learn how to explain their reasoning, compare answers, and support each other’s learning. An easy way to  remember formulas and more concepts is by talking about math out loud. This helps students understand concepts more deeply and remember them longer.

In addition, communication builds confidence. When students practice explaining their ideas, they become more comfortable using math language and expressing their thoughts. This prepares them not only for higher-level math but also for real-life situations where clear communication is important.

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Overall, effective communication helps students connect, understand, and grow as confident and thoughtful Math learners.