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WHPS High School Math Department

Winter 2025 Newsletter

WHPS High SchoolMath DepartmentWinter 2025 Newsletter

Course Recommendations

During January, all teachers will be making and speaking to students about course recommendations for next school year. Math teachers review assessment data from semester 1 as well as standardized assessment data to make thoughtful and appropriate recommendations. Given the sequential and cumulative nature of mathematics, it is best to follow your teacher's recommendation. There can be significant challenges in choosing a course different from the one that the teacher recommends. If you are considering choosing a different course than the recommended one, we strongly suggest that you talk with your math teacher and/or department supervisor so that they can best advise on the potential challenges and impact of that choice.

Additionally, math teachers will be recommending a computer science (CS) elective in addition to a core math course. The computer science electives are a great way to expand your logic and problem solving skills. You should not plan to take a CS course in place of your math course, but it is a great supplement to your mathematics pathway. See below for additional computer science information.

For more detailed information, please review the Program of Studies on the school website and the Presentation below.

Math Department Courses 2025-2026
Slideshow reviewing different courses.
CONARD Math Course Request Form 25-26
This form is for any Conard student who would like to request a different math course other than the course that their math teacher recommended.
HALL Math Course Request Form 25-26
This form is for any Hall student who would like to request a different math course other than the course that their math teacher recommended.

Computer Science - West Hartford Public Schools

We believe computer science is a foundational skill possessing the power to promote collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, problem solving, and student engagement. CS Education is a topic that is larger than a single technological skill; it is an equalizer that provides student voice and agency.

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Computer Science Courses 2024 2025
CS Decision Maker

CS Decision Maker

Welcome! This site was created to help you find the CS course or sequence for you to take during your high school career. Tips for how to use this site: 1) Depending on if you like to plan ahead or you think in terms of your "dream job", click the planner that meets those needs.

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PSATs and Next Steps

October PSAT scores have been posted to College Board.


For all 10th -11th graders, there are two important ways that you can utilize your results to improve your math proficiency:

1) Download the Bluebook app to complete full-length practice tests in the platform where you take the actual test. Once you complete a practice test, you will be provided with a score and customized practice recommendations.

3) Utilize Khan Academy's new course to prepare for the Digital Math SAT.

4) Familiarize yourself with the Desmos calculator and learn how to use it as a tool to efficiently solve equations for you.

Bluebook Testing App
Khan Academy SAT Prep Course
Desmos: Free Graphing Calculator & Math Resources
The SAT has transitioned to a digital format and it utilizes Desmos' graphing calculator on the Math section. All questions are calculator active. It is so important that students understand the power of the calculator in solving problems.
Desmos SAT Mini Lessons
A playlist of YouTube videos demonstrating tricks and tips for using the power of the Desmos calculator to solve SAT problems.
Learn computer science. Change the world.

Learn computer science. Change the world.

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Ashley Ferrandiz, Conard Math Department Supervisor

Email: ashley_ferrandiz@whps.org
Website: conard.whps.org
Phone: 860-929-5051

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Monique Albani-Ethier, Hall Math Department Supervisor

Email: monique_albani-ethier@whps.org
Website: hall.whps.org
Phone: 860-929-5147

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