Mathematics

Mathematics is not just something we use in the classroom—it's a skill that applies to many aspects of our daily lives and future careers. From managing finances and budgeting to problem-solving in everyday situations, math helps us think critically and make informed decisions.

Here are a few examples of when you'll use math:

• In everyday life: Calculating discounts while shopping, measuring ingredients for a recipe, or determining travel time.
• In future careers: Whether you're pursuing engineering, architecture, computer science, finance, medicine, or even graphic design, math plays a key role in many professional fields.
• In problem-solving: Math encourages logical thinking, pattern recognition, and precision, which can be applied to many real-world problems.

No matter where your future takes you, the math skills you develop today will help you solve problems, make decisions, and succeed in many different areas of life. So, whether it's today or in the years to come, you’ll find that math is a powerful tool you'll use in countless ways! DISCOVER-the importance of mathematics and EXPLORE the rewarding career opportunities available to students who study mathematics

WHEN WILL I USE MATH? 

American Mathematics Competition (AMC)

Please click on the link below for the AMC10/12 information letter.

Please contact Regina Lee: (516) 434-3197

Other Helpful Links:                                                  

• AMC 10/12: Information Overview
• Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) Contest Collections
• AMC 10 Past Contests and Solutions  
• AMC 12 Past Contests and Solutions    

• Family Math Night (Home Edition)
  • Includes four activities with supporting resources for elementary students 
• Math at Home
  • Thought-provoking math activities, games and practice pages for students in Pre-K to 5th grade
• Learning at Home from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
  • Includes daily featured problems and videos 
• Home Math Learning Lab by Urban Math Trails
  • Using items in your home to strengthen math skills
• Investigations At-Home Resources
  • Includes activities, games, discussion ideas & Math Words and Ideas (MWI)
• Hands-on Math Activities
  • Video Collection
• 20-Minute Math Ideas
  • ​​​​​​​Videos w/Instructions

Students are able to borrow a graphing calculator for an extended period of time beyond one school year beginning in Algebra. The goals of this borrowing program include:

• fostering efficiency in the distribution of graphing calculators to our students
• allowing for students to utilize the graphing calculator over the summer in preparing for upcoming courses and/or the ACT and SAT.  

In order for students to obtain graphing calculators in a timely fashion, it is recommended that students submit completed agreements to their math teachers on the first day of school. 

(The POB CSD Graphing Calculator Borrowing Agreement is contained in the link below.)    

Graphing Calculator Borrowing Agreement 24-25

• Why Math Fluency?
  • Here are two quick reads: 
  • NCTM Math Facts Article 
  • Fluency Rationale
• Fluency Expectations by Grade Level
  • Fluency Expectations
• Helpful Websites to Enhance Fluency
  • MathWire
  • Multiplication
  • MathFactsPro
  • Math Drills
• Want to test your knowledge of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division facts? 
  • Test Your Math

Please click on the following link to apply to the Math Honor Society. 

Math Honor Society Application

Please note the following requirements.

• Students must be in 10th or 11th grade.
• Students must have taken or currently be enrolled in Algebra II.
• Students must request a recommendation from a math teacher.
• Unweighted math averages over the last two years must meet the following criteria:
  • 94% for Regents, 92% for Honors, 90% for AP.

Need math tutoring?

Please click  HERE  for the form to request a tutor.

• Click below for the JFKHS overview of the SAT Math Subject Tests:
  
  JFKHS Overview of SAT Math Subject Tests
   

• Click below for specific information from the College Board:

  About the Subject Tests in Mathematics 

We are excited to share with you the updated flyer for our Math Super Acceleration program. This program provides advanced opportunities for students to accelerate their math education and challenge themselves with more rigorous coursework.

To access the detailed flyer and learn more about the program's benefits, requirements, and enrollment process, please click the link below. We encourage you to review the information carefully and reach out to the Math Department if you have any questions.

Thank you for your interest in advancing your math education!

Warm regards,
The POB Mathematics Department

Math Super Acceleration Flyer

• Can your kindergartener add and subtract?
• Does your kindergartener really understand addition and subtraction?
• Can your kindergartener solve simple word problems?

• Does your 1st grader understand the tens and ones places?
• How easily does your 1st grader add and subtract?
• Can your 1st grader tackle word problems?

• Does your 2nd grader add and subtract numbers up to 100?
• Does your 2nd grader understand three-digit numbers?
• Does your 2nd grader solve word problems?

• Does your 3rd grader multiply and divide within 100?
• Does your 3rd grader understand what division means?
• Can your 3rd grader do word problems with multiplication and division?

• Does your 4th grader multiply 2-digit numbers?
• Does your 4th grader understand how to compare fractions?
• Can your 4th grader do word problems with fractions?

• Does your 5th grader add and subtract fractions with different denominators?
• Does your 5th grader have a deep understanding of multiplication?
• Can your 5th grader estimate the answer to word problems?

Dear Parents/Guardians,

If your child needs additional support, JFKHS offers a wide variety of remedial sessions that take place throughout the school day as well as after school. Please view the schedules below that outline the locations for both options.  

Option #1:   Prescriptive Remedial Schedule

Option #2:  10th Period Monday-Thursday

We are pleased to inform you that the Math Department has designated a list of Remedial Rooms to support students seeking additional assistance in their coursework. These rooms are available for individual or group study, and are equipped with resources to help reinforce your understanding of key mathematical concepts.

To access the list of available Remedial Rooms and their schedules, please refer to below or contact the Math Department directly at 516.434.3197. We encourage you to take advantage of these spaces to enhance your learning experience.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to reach out. We are here to support your academic success!

Access Remedial Rooms Math 24-25 List

• Parent Roadmap
• Core Curriculum Shifts for Students & Parents
• Toolkit for Students & Families
• Parent's Backpack Guide
• What Parents Can Do to Help Their Children Learn
• To Learn More

• Kindergarten 2024-25 Curriculum Booklet
• Grade 1 2024-25 Curriculum Booklet
• Grade 2 2024-25 Curriculum Booklet
• Grade 3 2024-35 Curriculum Booklet
• Grade 4 2024-25 Curriculum Booklet
• Grade 5 2024-25 Curriculum Booklet
• Grade 6 2024-25 Curriculum Booklet
• Grade 7 2024-25 Mattlin Curriculum Booklet
• Grade 7 2024-25 POBMS Curriculum Booklet
• Grade 8 2024-25 Mattlin Curriculum Booklet
• Grade 8 2024-25 POBMS Curriculum Booklet

If you would like to see a brief description of each of our math and computer science courses offered at the high school, as well as the flow charts, please visit:

High School Mathematics Curriculum Guide

NYSED continues to provide updated resources for parents and educators about the Next Generation Standards for Mathematics. Please click on the links below to review these resources. Throughout the transition to the Next Generation Standards for Mathematics, teachers continue to incorporate mathematical terminology into the instruction that is related to the Next Generation Standards. 

• NYS Next Generation Standards 

• Crosswalk and Snapshot Documents

• Released (3-8) Mathematics State Questions

For Parents and Educators

• Next Generation Standards at a Glance, NYSED Flyer
• Next Generation Standards Summary, NYSED Flyer
• Link to NYSED Website About Next Gen

ABOUT THE NEXT GENERATION STANDARDS

Please note the following:

• The Crosswalk documents, contained in the link below, display a side-by-side comparison of the current NYS Learning Standards and the Next Generation Standards
• The Snapshot documents, contained in the link below, indicate which standards are NEW and which standards are being REMOVED for each grade level/course.

• Instruction and Assessment Implementation Timeline
• Parent Brochure
• Crosswalk and Snapshot Documents
• Next Generation Learning Standards
• Next Generation Learning Standards Roadmap and Implementation Timeline
• Examples of Changes Made to the Learning Standards
• New York State Next Generation Mathematics Learning Standards Glossary Grades PreK-8

 NYS ASSESSMENTS

• Released Mathematics State Test Questions 3 - 8
• Elementary and Intermediate Testing Schedule
• Computer-Based Testing and Question Sampler

Mathematics Education 

• Standards for Mathematical Practice

What is ESSA?

The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) is a U.S. federal law that was signed into effect in December 2015, replacing the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). ESSA aims to provide a more balanced and flexible approach to education, with a focus on empowering states and school districts to ensure that all students receive a high-quality education, regardless of their background or circumstances.

ESSA emphasizes several key areas:

• Accountability: Ensuring schools are held accountable for student progress, with a focus on closing achievement gaps.
• Equity: Ensuring that all students, including those from disadvantaged groups, have access to quality education.
• Support for Teachers and Schools: Providing additional resources and support to improve teaching and learning, especially in underperforming schools.
• Parent and Community Engagement: Encouraging active involvement of families and communities in students' education.

Through ESSA, states have the flexibility to design their own education plans, while still ensuring all students are given the opportunity to succeed. It prioritizes student growth, well-being, and achievement, aiming for a future where every child has the tools and support they need to thrive in school and beyond.

What Every Parent Should Know

NYSED Web Site