EMS ISD Mathematics Philosophy
Acknowledging the importance of mathematical proficiency in today's world, the goal of EMS ISD is to provide students with mathematical experiences that develop competence, knowledge, and facility in order to be creative problem solvers. Mathematical proficiency includes deep comprehension of mathematical concepts, proficiency and flexibility in procedures, the ability to model real world situations mathematically, the use of logic and reasoning to justify solutions, and the conviction that mathematics is sensible, useful and within each person's reach. EMS ISD views mathematics education not as a series of independent courses, but as a coherent study, K through 12, that delves ever-deeper into mathematical concepts.