The department stresses problem solving, encouraging students to make conjectures, gather evidence, and build arguments to support their ideas. Students have an opportunity to read, write, and discuss ideas involving the language of mathematics and consequently develop an appreciation of the role of mathematics in society. Graphing calculator technology plays an important part in the mathematics curriculum of upper level courses. The math department generates an enthusiasm for mathematics by hosting an annual school-wide mathematics contest. Students also participate in regional and national math contests.
Recognition is given at the annual year-end awards assemblies.
Mu Alpha Theta, the mathematics and science club, is a popular activity on campus. Students .utilize the school's vast computer network in both math and computer courses. Numerous software programs are available, such as Mathcad, Derive, Geometers Sketchpad, Excel, Works for Windows, and Linway. Technologies available both in the library and in the computer lab combine to form one of the most advanced educational computer facilities in southern California. The school's technological facilities ensure a broad computer curriculum to students at all grade levels.