Mathematics

Collaboration. Excitement. Discovery.

Peddie mathematics features small class sizes and experienced teachers to help students gain the courage to explore, experiment and take intellectual risks; promote collaboration and generosity in sharing knowledge with classmates; gain confidence in communicating ideas; and instill critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for all disciplines and a well-lived life.

From foundational courses like Algebra I through programs like Multivariable Calculus, our commitment to problem-based learning fosters creativity, boldness and leadership in students at all levels of mathematics.

 
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Mathematics


Collaboration and communication in the math classroom is critical. Understanding difficult mathematical concepts or reading and interpreting data can be challenging when working in isolation, so we encourage students to bounce ideas off of each other before arriving at a solution or conclusion.Marc Buchner, math Department Chair

Mathematics Coursework

Mathematical Problem-Solving: The Program’s Foundation

Mathematical Problem Solving (MPS) is a two-year sequence covering topics of geometry and second-year algebra. Most newly-enrolled students will begin their mathematics education at Peddie with MPS. Teacher-guided, student-driven work balanced with direct instruction helps students build necessary critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills to prepare them for success in our rigorous upper-level courses.

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Upper-Level Courses

Students are placed into courses where they will be appropriately challenged and, based on our expertise, will have the best possible mathematics experience. Our sequence guides students through multiple levels of PreCalculus, Calculus, AP Calculus AB and BC, Statistics and AP Statistics, with high level courses in Multivariable Calculus, Linear Algebra and Calculus-based Statistics.

More than two-thirds of Peddie students graduate with one or more AP Mathematics courses (Calculus, Statistics or Computer Science), with a 95% passing rate and 85% scoring 4s or 5s.

Peddie students collaborating in math class

Electives

Computer Science

Our computer science program offers up to four years of sequential study, from introductory work through advanced, project-based courses that prepare students for the AP Computer Science exam. Computer Science Club, Women in Tech and CS Fellows are student clubs that provide coding help to students. Peddie students often participate in CyberPatriot and CyberStart competitions and our annual virtual Hackathon. Through the Signature Experience program, students find summer internships at top universities.

Economics

Economics coursework takes a quantitative approach and is purposefully housed within the mathematics department. Our one-term electives in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Finance can each be taken independently of one another.

 

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Marc Buchner

Marc Buchner

Department Chair, Teacher, Assistant Coach, Boys Varsity Basketball
B.S., Bucknell University
M.A., Villanova University
Timothy Corica

Timothy Corica

Chair, STEM Research and Development Committee
M.S.E., Princeton University
A.B., Princeton University
Jennifer Amieiro

Jennifer Amieiro

Academic Support
B.A., Ithaca College
Ryan Bennett

Ryan Bennett

Director of Technology, Assistant Wrestling Coach
B.S., Western Michigan University
M.S., University of Phoenix
Richard Biddulph

Richard Biddulph

Teacher
M.A., CENTRAL METHODIST UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
B.A., Haverford College
Andrew Caglieris

Andrew Caglieris

Teacher, Assistant Coach, Boys Junior Varsity Soccer
B.S., University of Edinburgh
PGCE, University of London, Chelsea College
Ed.D., Columbia University, Teachers College
Mark Gartner

Mark Gartner

Teacher
B.S., College of William and Mary
Laura Hoffman

Laura Hoffman

Teacher
B.A., Providence College
M.A., Lesley University
Danielle Kelley

Danielle Kelley

Teacher, Assistant Coach, Cross Country and Indoor Track
B.S., Pennsylvania State University
Gregory Koch

Gregory Koch

Teacher
M.S., University of Toronto
B.A., Austin College
Imad Labban

Imad Labban

Teacher
M.B.A., Univ of Penn, Wharton
B.S., Duke University
Victoria Montgomery

Victoria Montgomery

Teacher
M.S., Moscow Inst of Eng Physics (Inst of Atomic Energy, Obninsk)
B.S., Moscow Inst of Eng Physics (Inst of Atomic Energy, Obninsk)
Mark Sawula

Mark Sawula

Teacher
A.B., Princeton University
M.A.T., The College of New Jersey
Joy Wolfe

Joy Wolfe

Teacher, Director, Computer Science Signature Experience
B.S., Rutgers University
M.A., Central Michigan University
Bronwynn Woodsworth

Bronwynn Woodsworth

Teacher, Assistant Coach, Girls Junior Varsity Tennis
B.A., St. Olaf College
Dominic Zhang

Dominic Zhang

Teacher, Assistant Coach, Girls Junior Varsity Soccer and Boys Varsity Tennis
B.A., Lafayette College
B.S., Lafayette College
M.S.E., University of Pennsylvania