Mathematics Department
Vision and Needs Statements
updated 10/8/2003


Vision Statement

The mathematics department of High Point Regional High School will offer a comprehensive curriculum aligned with national and State standards that prepares all students to fully participate as citizens in the 21st century. Students will be prepared to meet the state graduation requirements and will have the mathematical background necessary to enter the workforce, college or trade school. Different learning styles will be addressed so that all students are successful learners. Students will explore, make and test conjectures and develop a true understanding of mathematical concepts. Critical thinking, problem solving and the ability to communicate mathematics will be emphasized, using technology as a tool to enhance learning. Students will develop an awareness of and appreciation for the empowering role mathematics plays in our society.


Needs Statements

Using the Baldrige process, the mathematics department developed the following four needs statements which we are working on this year.

A need exists to . . .
1) increase the use of technology in our classrooms.
2) improve the achievement of our practical level students.
3) review our modified level program.
4) reduce the repetition in our program.