Mathematics

Welcome Students and Parents!

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Department Philosophy. The principle reason for studying mathematics is to learn how to apply mathematical thought to problem solving. Students are expected to develop facility in performing the fundamental operations that are associated with each course and to acquire a set of meaningful concepts that they can use effectively to solve problems. The ultimate goal of the department is to provide students with a facility to deal with mathematical functions in daily life and for post secondary education.

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Course Offerings. We offer courses, all college preparatory, at several levels. Advanced Placement is offered in Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Statistics, and Computer Science. Navigate to the Counseling Center link for detailed course information.


Department Head: Lorraine Jacques (ljacques@ridgefield.org)

Teachers. Each teacher's website and contact information is available from the Staff Directory on the left.

Lorraine Jacques

Raymond Bielizna

Carol Clark

Maxine Driscoll

Barbara Bovin

Molly Kreitz

Peter Friedman

Richard Sanzo

Paul Fabbri

Matthew Bearse

Jane Cappello

Brittany Hausmann

Monica Housen

Jeffrey Corbishley

Courtney White

Laura Engstler

Krystina Occhicone

David Yolen

Mathematics Activities. Students have an opportunity to participate in a variety of math related activities.

· Fairfield County Mathematics League
          Advisors: David Yolen and Jeffrey Corbishley
          Students participate monthly in a competition with schools throughout Fairfield County.
· New England Mathematics League
          Advisor: Richard Sanzo
          This is a monthly written competition taken by students in schools throughout New England.
· American High School Math Exam
          Coordinators: Maxine Driscoll
          This is an international mathematics exam offered to the most talented students.
· Moody's Math Challenge
          Coordinators: David Yolen
          A one day, 14 hour, applied mathematics challenge.

Calculator Policy. All courses starting with Algebra I will incorporate the use of a graphing calculator. The recommended model is the TI-84 Plus. The department does not recommend the TI-86 or TI-85.  The TI-89 cannot be used, except in some Calculus courses. If you have any questions, please consult the department chair.

TI Resources for Parents
http://education.ti.com/educationportal/sites/US/sectionHome/parents.html