“The beauty in mathematics can be found in the process of deriving elegant and succinct approaches to resolving problems. Other times, messy problems and seeming chaos may culminate in beautiful, sometimes surprising, results that are both simple and generalizable. Most important, the beauty of mathematics is experienced when exciting breakthroughs in problem solving are made and an air of relief and awe is enjoyed. The two aspects of mathematics, aesthetics and application, are deeply interconnected.” (Ontario Curriculum, 2020)
At YRDSB: Students will be confident problem solvers who use mathematical knowledge, skills and processes to be contributing members of a changing society.
To support the learning and teaching of math, we have developed a board-wide Math Strategy. Math success for all students requires a strong partnership between home and school. That’s why we are committed to providing parents with the support they need to support the mathematical thinking of their child.
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Monthly Math Newsletter
Check out our monthly math newsletter for tips, resources and more to support math learning.
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June 2022 - Math Outdoors
Math NewsletterIn our everyday life, even if we are not always consciously aware of it, we are using math to understand and make sense of the world. This is especially true when we are engaging in tasks outdoors. Exploring the outdoors, whether in a forest or in a busy downtown core, offers a wealth of mathematical learning opportunities. This summer, take the time to discover the different and exciting math in your community and beyond.
Primary Tasks:
Math Problem of the Month
Here is the current math problem of the month as well as the previous month's problem with a solution and extension question.
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June 2022 - Math Problem
Math ProblemsUse this Scratch program to play "High-Low". Click on the green flag to start.
Try to come up with a strategy to minimize the number of guesses that it takes to come up with the number.
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May 2022 - Math Problem
Math ProblemsThe number 15 can be written as the sum of consecutive whole numbers in three ways.
15 = 7 + 8
15 = 4 + 5 + 6
15 = 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5
In how many ways can you write 105 as the sum of whole numbers?
Solution:
Here are five ways:
105 = 52 + 53
105 = 34 + 35 + 36
105 = 19 + 20 + 21 + 22 + 23
105 = 12 + 13 + 14 + 15 + 16 + 17 + 18
105 = 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + 6 + 7 + 8 + 9 + 10 + 11 + 12 + 13 + 14
In how many ways can you write 24 as the sum of whole numbers?