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Mathematics

Individual placement for student success

Each student's math journey will be catered to her needs and wants. Duchesne's Mathematics Department takes care with class placements by evaluating individual students' skills and knowledge. We take pride in setting students up for success.

Independent Work

Sacred Heart Goal 5

Students work in an atmosphere of wise freedom.

Problem-Solving

Develop skills

Discover new ways to approach complex issues.

Personalized Care

Small class sizes

Faculty place students based on individual needs.

Duchesne's Mathematics Department Objectives:
 

  1. Know and understand mathematical processes, facts, and principles;
     
  2. Understand the logical structure of mathematics and the nature of proof;
     
  3. Perform computations with understanding, accuracy, and efficiency;
     
  4. Have the ability to solve verbal problems;
     
  5. Develop attitudes and appreciation which stem from, and which lead to, greater curiosity, initiative, confidence, and interests;
     
  6. Develop proper methods of studying mathematics and communicating mathematically;
     
  7. Develop study habits essential for independent and group work;
     
  8. And develop the ability to use and apply technology in appropriate ways.

 

Course Requirements

Students must complete four years of mathematics including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and PreCollege Algebra or Precalculus.

Calculator Requirements

The TI-84 graphing calculator is required.

Faculty

Jake Moore

Jake Moore

Math Department Head, Math Teacher, Varsity Soccer Assistant Coach
Margy Ford

Margy Ford

Math Teacher
Tracy Rickett

Tracy Rickett

Math Teacher
Tom Shih

Tom Shih

Math Teacher