Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
Reason abstractly and quantitatively.
Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others.
Model with mathematics.
Use appropriate tools strategically.
Attend to precision.
Look for and make use of structure.
Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning.
Mathematically proficient students start by explaining to themselves the meaning of a problem and looking for entry points to its solution. They analyze givens, ... relationships, and goals. They make conjectures about the form and meaning of the solution and plan a solution pathway rather than simply jumping into a solution attempt...
Habits of Work
Developing effective work habits begins in school. These academic habits and study habits lead to successful habits in college and the workplace. At The Mosaic School/IDEAS Academy, we strive to:
Be prepared and organized
Complete all work
Be present and on time
Habits of Self-Discipline
It is necessary to overcome multiple distractions and obstacles in order to develop ideas and complete tasks. At The Mosaic School/IDEAS Academy, we strive to:
Sustain focus
Persist
Work independently
Handle frustrations and setbacks
Accept help, feedback, and consequences
Correct, edit, and revise work
Habits of Learning
Learning is a lifelong pursuit. Students today will face unprecedented technological, global, and professional changes that will require them to be continuous learners. At The Mosaic School/IDEAS Academy, we strive to:
Approach tasks with open minds
Accept challenges
Seek to understand when we do not understand
Use evidence to document our learning
Habits of Collaboration
Collaboration is an essential part of the professional environment. At The Mosaic School/IDEAS Academy, we strive to:
Work cooperatively with others
Put the goals of the group ahead of our own
Exhibit appropriate leadership when necessary
Be a positive follower when appropriate
Habits of Communication
Communication is key to taking an idea from proposal to production to presentation. High quality habits of communication allow students to give and receive feedback and to present their ideas and products. At The Mosaic School/IDEAS Academy, we strive to:
Listen respectfully
Be open minded
Be effectively present