Mathematics / Overview

Welcome to the Rochester City School District Mathematics Webpage

NYS Next Generation Learning Standards for Mathematics

Jeff Mikols

Executive Director of Mathematics and Digital Learning

585-262-8741

jeff.mikols@rcsdk12.org

Department Vision

Students will use mathematics as a tool to solve rigorous, non-routine, real life problems.

·Understand how to read a problem carefully and begin to formulate a strategy for a solution

·Communicate the process behind a solution and critique thoughtfully the thinking of others

·Determine the reasonableness of a solution and discuss the appropriateness and accuracy of the solution

·Investigate community and world issues analytically, thoroughly, and objectively

· Thoughtfully alternate between abstract and applied thinking

* Understand how to choose appropriate tools to solve a problem

·Create innovative solutions to personal, community and world problems that involve multiple content areas

· Develop a growth mindset that all people can achieve in mathematics to a high level

The Rochester City School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or political affiliation, and additionally does not discriminate against students on the basis of weight, gender identity, gender expression, and religious practices or any other basis prohibited by New York State and/or federal non-discrimination laws in employment or its programs and activities. The District provides equal access to community and youth organizations.