The faculty in the Blair mathematics department offer 16 separate courses to fit the needs of our diverse student body. Our objectives in all courses at all levels are to foster analytical and critical thinking; to allow students to understand and appreciate the beauty inherent in mathematics; to prepare students for success in mathematics at the university level; to create an awareness of the need for mathematical literacy in the modern economy; to help students articulate mathematical thinking clearly and accurately; and to use such technology as is appropriate to support the other goals of the department. The departmental graduation requirements are Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2, but virtually all students take at least one math course beyond the required sequence, with at least 50% of the senior class enrolled in one level of calculus or AP Statistics. The math department is comprised of 12 full-time faculty members with an average teaching experience of 15 years.
Introduction
The faculty in the Blair mathematics department offer 16 separate courses to fit the needs of our diverse student body. Our objectives in all courses at all levels are to foster analytical and critical thinking; to allow students to understand and appreciate the beauty inherent in mathematics; to prepare students for success in mathematics at the university level; to create an awareness of the need for mathematical literacy in the modern economy; to help students articulate mathematical thinking clearly and accurately; and to use such technology as is appropriate to support the other goals of the department. The departmental graduation requirements are Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2, but virtually all students take at least one math course beyond the required sequence, with at least 50% of the senior class enrolled in one level of calculus or AP Statistics. The math department is comprised of 12 full-time faculty members with an average teaching experience of 15 years.