Mathematics News

Hello Mathematicians! 

Welcome back to Term 4! The Maths Faculty is thrilled to embark on this new journey with you, diving deeper into the captivating world of mathematics. This term is set to be both challenging and enriching, with a range of topics and activities designed to enhance your understanding and inspire a love for the subject. Whether you’re tackling intricate problems, applying mathematical ideas to real-life contexts, or gearing up for upcoming assessments, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Let’s seize the opportunities this term offers and make it a remarkable one! 

To help you get organized for the upcoming assessments, here are some key dates and tasks: 

Year 12: 

• Standard 2 & Standard 1 – Networks Assignment and Validation Task - Due Week 9 
• Advanced – Modelling Graphs Assignment – Due Week 9 

Note:Stage 4 & 5 will be completing informal assessments throughout Term 4.  

As a result, it is important for all students to keep up the hard work, and don’t hesitate to reach out to your teachers for support. Aim to develop strong study habits and be prepare for learning every single lesson. 

Students are reminded they still need to bring a workbook, pencils, and pens to every lesson. Let’s keep our materials ready and organized so we can stay focused on learning every day in Term 4. 

A quick reminder: a calculator is essential for completing tasks and participating fully in all maths lessons. Please ensure you have a calculator for each lesson. Calculators are available for purchase from the school office if needed—make sure you’re equipped to succeed! 

Maths Documentary Recommendation: For those interested in exploring probability, we recommend watching an insightful episode of Catalyst with mathematician Lily Serna. In this episode, she explores how mathematics can help us make smarter choices about the risks we take in life. This ties in perfectly with the topic of probability, which Year 8 has recently completed and Year 7 will be diving into later in the term. 

• You can access it via the ClickView portal here: Should I Risk It? - Catalyst 

 Homework Club: A friendly reminder that Homework Club (TASC) is held every Thursday afternoon from 2:00 to 3:00. This is a great chance to get extra help with your maths coursework outside of class hours. 

Wishing you a fantastic Term 4 filled with growth and achievement! 

Warm regards, The Mathematics Faculty