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The mathematics program at SMS implements the NCTM standards.  These standards, along with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content math standards and the diocesan curriculum guidelines, emphasize problem solving, communication, reasoning and estimation in conjunction with computation after the basic skills have been mastered.  The traditional methods of drill and practice are complemented by the use of technology  cooperative grouping activities.  Students are encouraged to make mathematics a lived reality and not a simple classroom routine.  The scope and sequence of the curriculum involve numeration, operations, measurement, statistics, geometry, problem solving and algebraic concepts, which begin in kindergarten.  In eighth grade, students who qualify are given an Algebra I course that prepares them for advanced work in high school.  Our mathematics program includes use of manipulatives and calculators, including graphing calculators for grades 7 and 8, along with textbook modeling.  The integration of Christian values is applied on a daily basis, particularly in small group settings, which support cooperation, patience and compassion for others.

The mathematics curriculum is a continuous, spiraling program with age-appropriate skills, building from concrete to abstract.  Math is likewise incorporated into other curriculum areas: Problem solving and critical thinking link with language arts, computer study, science and social studies.  Skills in using data, statistics, fractions, measurement and estimation are applied in all curriculum areas.

An advanced Math Program is also available for those who qualify.  Details are found under Activities/MathClub.

The Math Counts Team, consisting of  Taylor C., Lauren B., Timothy C. and Bridget M., are gearing up for the annual Math Counts competition which is held at Rowan University.  Good Luck!

Congratulations to the Winners of the IHM Math Contest:

Winners Grade 8:  E. Louderback, First Place

                                      T. Collins, Second Place

                                      R. DeMarco, Third Place

           Winners Grade 7:  T. White, First Place

                                      T. Concannon, Second Place

                                      L. Biernacki, Third Place

Congratulations to the Winners of the New Jersey Mathematics League Contest:

 Grade 8:  First Place –      J. Turner                    Grade 6:  1^st  A. Akers

                Second Place – J. Remick                             2^nd  B. Russo

                                          E. Louderback                           3^rd  W. Tanzola

                Third Place –    D. Denges

 Grade 7:  First Place -      K. McCaffrey           Grade 5:  1^st  E. Becker

                Second Place – R. Akers                              2^nd N. Cardoso

                Third Place –    T. Concannon                                M. Alliano

                                          K. O’Shea                                  3^rd T. O’Shea

                                                                                                       J. Sapio