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The Mt. Sinai School District is dedicated to providing a high-quality mathematics education that aligns closely with the New York State Next Generation Mathematics P-12 Standards. These standards focus on developing students’ mathematical understanding and fluency in ways that are meaningful and applicable to real-world scenarios. The district ensures that its K-12 mathematics curriculum follows the key principles outlined in the standards, such as building conceptual understanding, developing procedural fluency, fostering problem-solving skills, and encouraging mathematical communication.

At the elementary level, the district emphasizes the foundational concepts of number sense, operations, and geometry, ensuring that students develop a solid mathematical base. As students progress through middle school, the curriculum increasingly focuses on abstract reasoning, algebraic thinking, and data analysis, which align with the more complex topics found in the Next Generation Standards. In high school, students engage with advanced topics such as calculus, statistics, and mathematical modeling, preparing them for both higher education and real-world problem-solving.

The curriculum is reviewed and refined regularly to maintain adherence to the standards and to foster an engaging and rigorous learning environment. Through a balanced approach to instruction, assessment, and ongoing feedback, the Mt. Sinai School District ensures that its students develop the mathematical skills necessary for success in an increasingly complex world.

For further details about the standards, visit the New York State Education Department’s website – NYS Next Generation learning standards for math (p-12)

 

Andy Matthews, Director of Math, Science and Technology
(631) 870-2893