“The beauty in mathematics can be found in the process of deriving elegant and succinct approaches to resolving problems. Other times, messy problems and seeming chaos may culminate in beautiful, sometimes surprising, results that are both simple and generalizable. Most important, the beauty of mathematics is experienced when exciting breakthroughs in problem solving are made and an air of relief and awe is enjoyed. The two aspects of mathematics, aesthetics and application, are deeply interconnected.” (Ontario Curriculum, 2020)
At YRDSB: Students will be confident problem solvers who use mathematical knowledge, skills and processes to be contributing members of a changing society.
To support the learning and teaching of math, we have developed a board-wide Math Strategy. Math success for all students requires a strong partnership between home and school. That’s why we are committed to providing parents with the support they need to support the mathematical thinking of their child.
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Monthly Math Newsletter
Check out our monthly math newsletter for tips, resources and more to support math learning.
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September 2026- Math is Everywhere: The Hidden Math of School!
Math NewsletterWelcome Families! This year, we are on a mission to show students that math isn't just a subject in a textbook; it’s something we use every single day. Each month, we’ll explore the "hidden math" in the world around us and share quick, fun activities you can do at home.
This month, we are looking at one of the places your kids know best: SCHOOL! Did you know that running a school requires an incredible amount of math? Behind the scenes, staff are constantly using math to solve real-world problems.
Math Problem of the Month
Here is the current math problem of the month as well as the previous month's problem with a solution and extension question.
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September 2026 - Problem of the Month
Math ProblemsFour players had a Tic-Tac-Toe tournament.
Each player played every other player only once.
No player lost all of their games, and there were no ties.
Anna and Desi each won two games.
How many games did each of Ben and Chin win?
Give it a try!
The solution will be posted at the end of the month!
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Problem of the Month - June 2026
Math ProblemsLook at the following row of numbers:
10, 15, 21, 4, 5
They are arranged so that each pair of adjacent numbers adds up to a square number:
10+15=25
15+21=36
21+4=25
4+5=9
Can you arrange the numbers 1 to 17 in a row in the same way, so that each adjacent pair adds up to a square number?
Source: NRICH