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NEW PROVIDENCE HIGH SCHOOL

MATHEMATICS

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“The only way to learn mathematics is to do mathematics.”

WELCOME PARENTS!

-Paul Halmos

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MATH DEPARTMENT GOAL

Welcome to the New Providence Mathematics Program, where our goal is to inspire and challenge students to grow as independent thinkers. We believe that taking risks, facing challenges, and persevering are key parts of learning, and we’re here to support students every step of the way. By nurturing their natural curiosity and building confidence in their mathematical abilities, we aim to prepare them for success as critical thinkers and problem solvers in today’s dynamic world.

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NINTH GRADE OFFERINGS

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SEQUENCE OF MATH COURSES

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COURSE PROGRESSION

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A PEEK INTO GEOMETRY

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AP STAT RESEARCH TOPICS

    • Relationship between sleep an reaction time
    • True average pH from a particular brand of water bottle
    • Comparing sample cookie weight to true average provided by company

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    • Online competitions - Arete Labs (AMC based)
    • American Mathematics Competition (AMC)
    • Princeton University Math Competition (PUMaC)
    • Moody’s Mega Math Competition
    • Harvard MIT Mathematics Tournament
    • Self-directed studies such as Cryptology and Number Theory

MATH CLUB ACTIVITIES

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MATH FACULTY

Our 11 teachers have over 200 years of combined teaching experience...most of them at NPHS!

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CONTACT

kdeangelo@npsdnj.org

908-464-4700 ext. 1634

For more information or questions, please contact Katie DeAngelo at the following number and or email address

Katie DeAngelo

Mathematics Department Head