Integrated Math

At Roland Park Country School, we believe that mathematics is best learned through collaboration, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving. We want to empower our students to feel confident in their mathematical abilities and achieve a deep level of mathematical understanding.
Our rigorous integrated math program develops strong mathematicians who can transfer their skills to become confident problem solvers and independent thinkers prepared to take on challenges in any field.

What does integrated math mean?

Instead of teaching math topics in isolation, the integrated math curriculum at RPCS connects multiple concepts into a cohesive learning experience. By emphasizing problem-solving, critical thinking, and the application of prior knowledge, it encourages deeper learning. Courses are integrated so that the study of math subjects like geometry, algebra, and statistics are woven together in a way that mirrors how these concepts naturally connect in the real world. Classes are structured as seminars where students present problems and discuss strategies, refining their understanding through teacher-facilitated discussions and direct instruction.

Why do we teach an integrated math curriculum?

The K-12 Integrated Math Program at RPCS encourages students to take risks, notice and test patterns, form conjectures, brainstorm strategies, analyze their responses for reasonableness, support their opinions and solutions, and consequently, develop solid problem-solving skills. By learning creative and flexible approaches to solving problems, students develop a deeper understanding of these math concepts and gain confidence and authority as mathematical thinkers. Integrated math also expands our students’ future possibilities in STEM fields. 
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What Our Students Say About Our Math Program

“I’ve learned that there are a ton of different ways to solve the same problems. This is memorable to me because, in old math programs, I was always taught to do something in a specific way, but now I learn new methods from my peers.”

9th grader

“I’m enjoying integrated math. I like it because you’re in charge of your own learning. I love integrated math because each night when you’re doing the problems, you might not completely understand the topic yet, but you’re doing your best and putting in your best effort to complete the challenge. And then the next day you learn from everyone else how they tried to go at the problems…It’s also a different perspective on learning math and algebra.”

Erin, 8th grade

I love Harkness Math, it makes doing homework kind of like a puzzle for me because it's always just a little different or harder than the last assignment. Whenever I get a difficult problem correct, it feels so satisfying, especially because I know I could have just left an incorrect answer and gone over it in class. Instead, Harkness Math makes me want to keep trying on the problems I get wrong.

12th grader

 
“My favorite class is math because there are so many different ways to solve problems.”

Colbi, 5th grade

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