Mathematics 数学
Enhancing Learning through Mathematical Exploration
The Mathematics Department is committed to providing opportunities for our students to engage in real-world problem-solving through mathematics. These experiences seek to help students develop 21st Century Competencies as they learn mathematical concepts in a meaningful way.
The following are some examples of what the students experienced. In June, the Secondary One students embarked on a mini project to investigate the rate of mould growth on bread. The project not only enabled students to apply mathematical concepts such as percentage, rate and graphs, but also helped them to appreciate the interdisciplinary nature of knowledge which requires them to draw on multiple disciplines to solve complex problems.
Samples of Secondary One students' infographic for bread mould project.
Adopting a constructivist learning approach, the teachers gave Secondary Two students a set of numbers and challenged them to decide on a number that best represents each class, leading them to discover for themselves the meaning of mean, mode and median’.
Secondary Two students discovering mean, mode and median during a class activity.
On a lighter note, the Secondary Three students had fun re-enacting a scene from the familiar story of ‘Rapunzel and the Prince’ while learning the concept of angle of depression in trigonometry.
Secondary Three students having fun learning about trigonometry while enacting a scene from 'Rapunzel and the Prince'.
Embracing Challenges in Mathematical Exploration
This year, our students continued to challenge themselves by participating in national competitions which required them to apply their knowledge in creative and practical ways.
International Mathematical Modelling Challenge (IMMC)
A team of four Secondary Four students — Pang Chen Zhe Ashten, Wang Ziqing, Yu Huajun, and Long Yu Yang — participated in the International Mathematical Modeling Challenge (IMMC). Using mathematical models, they explored the suitability of households for pet ownership, taking into account factors such as living conditions, financial considerations, and lifestyle. This valuable experience provided students with the opportunity to tackle real-world issues through the lens of mathematics. The team’s efforts earned them a Merit Award.
Singapore International Mathematical and Computational Challenge (SIMCC)
Our Secondary 3 students — Johan Lim, Guo Chengxi, and Victor Lim — took part in the inaugural Singapore International Mathematical and Computational Challenge (SIMCC 2.0), which provided a platform to utilise artificial intelligence to address community issues. The team worked on measuring the mental well-being of secondary school students and presented a thoughtful solution to strengthen students’ mental health. The team also gained invaluable insights into how technology and mathematics can come together to create positive change. For their informative, clear and confident presentation, the team received the Best Presentation Award.
Student presenting at SIMCC 2.0
Singapore Mathematical Olympiad (SMO) 2024
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School Awards (Category 1): Bronze Award
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Junior Section: 5 Silver and 3 Bronze
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Senior Section: 1 Gold, 3 Silver and 3 Bronze
Through these opportunities, our students are not only challenged but also inspired to think critically and apply their learning in meaningful ways. We are proud of their growth and hope that they will continue to ride the waves of learning as they pursue their dreams.