The Math Department at Shaker High School offers a variety of programs and sequences aimed to challenge students' within their capabilities. We strive to build a strong mathematical foundation for students so they are well prepared for the workplace, for college, or for any future path they may pursue. Teachers work closely with all students to build good math communication skills, to foster sound reasoning and problem solving strategies, and to build confidence in math. Academic Intervention Services (AIS) are available to support students who experience difficulty in meeting graduation requirements, specifically success on the Math A or Algebra 1 Regents exams.

Tips for math success

In order to be most successful in math, students are encouraged to:

• Complete all daily homework assignments on a regular basis. Homework is an integral part of the learning process and students must practice the concepts introduced in class. Homework is usually checked and discussed in class.

• Ask questions! Math is a building process and it is therefore imperative that students clarify any problems before moving on to the next steps. Teachers welcome and strongly urge students to ask questions about homework problems and class work examples and demonstrations. Students are encouraged to involve themselves in class discussions.

• Seek help whenever necessary. Teachers are available after school. Students are also encouraged to participate in the Math Peer Tutoring Program.

New state math curriculum

The NYS high school math curriculum is currently transitioning from the Math A/Math B program to the Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2/Trigonometry sequence. Students currently enrolled in Shaker High School’s Unified 1, Unified 2, IRP 1, IRP 2, and Math 9R classes are studying the new Algebra 1 curriculum and will take the Algebra 1 » MORE
 

Calculators

The Math Department recommends that students purchase the Texas Instruments TI83Plus graphing calculator. This calculator will be used in all math classes throughout students’ four years of high school and into their college work. » MORE

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