The goal of the math department is to give students the mathematical skills, quantitative information, problem solving techniques, and analytical skills necessary to function in today's society. We believe that problem solving (investigating, conjecturing, predicting, analyzing, and verifying), followed by a well-reasoned presentation of results, is central to the process of learning mathematics.
We intend that students assume responsibility for the mathematics they explore—to understand theorems that are developed, to be able to use techniques appropriately, to know how to test results for reasonability, and to use calculators and computers effectively as tools for investigation. Technology is an integral part of our curriculum with courses such as Geometry, Robotics, and Discrete math taught in computer lab settings.
Mercersburg prides itself on a rich and varied math curriculum for its studentsa sound algebraic foundation at the heart of the program. Students must complete a course of study through Algebra II. We offer three AP math courses, electives in discrete math and robotics, and advanced math courses normally taught in the second and third years of college.
Students are welcome to come to the Math Center on the fourth floor of Irvine Hall on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 7:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. The Math Center is staffed with faculty and student volunteers who can provide math help for all courses.
Mathematics Department Faculty