EXSCITE - Maths

This subject aims to develop a positive and supportive learning environment along with a course that sufficiently challenges students, whilst building skills and confidence.

Additional Learning Opportunities

• A broader and deeper knowledge of topics
• Cross-curricula links
• Higher order thinking skills
• ICT skill development
• Basic numeracy/mathematical skills development
• Participation in mathematics competitions & events
• Promotion of high levels of academic achievement through an awards program

Parental Support

Maths Mate Homework Program

• Monitor weekly homework sheets
• (8 per term)
• Discuss test results (2 per term, usually Week 5 and 10) with your child
• Encourage your child to visit www.mathsmate.net to download skill building exercises that improve understanding and mastery of basic numeracy/mathematical skills
• Encourage your child to access the Maths Mate homework sheet answers and problem solving hints and tips in the Learning Centre when they are experiencing difficulties

Mathletics

• Australia’s leading e-learning resource designed to improve Maths results
• Used by over 4000 schools in more than 10 countries
• Usually retails for $99 per student.
• Provided free of charge for all HSHS students
• Visit www.mathletics.com.au/parent and register for free access to the Parent Centre.  Here you can view your child’s results and activate a weekly email update on your child’s progress (you will need your child’s username and password)

Class Work

• View the Course Outlines issued each term
• Monitor the assessment dates and assist your child with the development of an assessment calendar showing draft and final due dates
• Assist your child with the development of a study timetable
• Check that homework is being written into the student handbook and completed by the due date
  
• Encourage your child to ask their teacher for help and/or attend Maths tutorials in SM07/08 on Thursdays from 3pm to 4pm