D’Evelyn’s educational philosophy embraces the concept that mathematics is an essential
component in the development of an educated mind. The study of mathematics develops
and refines the use of logical reasoning skills. The disciplined approach to mathematics
is readily extended to all other areas of thought, providing an essential element to many
occupations and further schooling, especially in the sciences.
The Saxon series is used in the math program. This series is based on the belief that
students can master the concepts of math through daily practice. Each lesson contains
only a few problems illustrating the concept introduced in that lesson. The remaining
problems, which become increasingly more difficult as the year progresses, are a review of
all previously presented concepts. Each lesson is thus a cumulative review, and the
problems require that the students develop fluency in problem solving to successfully
complete the lessons. |