“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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January 2026 - Sparking Joy through Making Connections
Math NewsletterWelcome, families! As we settle into the new year, let's explore how to make math meaningful by focusing on making connections. This means helping students see how the mathematical concepts and strategies they learn in the classroom are connected to one another and to the world around them. When students connect math to their lived experiences, it becomes more relevant, understandable, and joyful!
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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Problem of the Month - January 2026
Math ProblemsA standing desk has 31 height settings, numbered from the lowest height, 1, to the highest height, 31. Since the desk is not working properly, when the up button is pressed, the desk goes up 6 settings at a time if possible, otherwise it does not move. When the down button is pressed, the desk goes down 4 settings at a time if possible; otherwise, it does not move. If the desk starts at setting number 1 , how many of the 31 settings will the desk be able to stop at?
Source: 2024 Gauss Math Contest
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Problem of the Month - January 2026
Math ProblemsA standing desk has 31 height settings, numbered from the lowest height, 1, to the highest height, 31. Since the desk is not working properly, when the up button is pressed, the desk goes up 6 settings at a time if possible, otherwise it does not move. When the down button is pressed, the desk goes down 4 settings at a time if possible; otherwise, it does not move. If the desk starts at setting number 1 , how many of the 31 settings will the desk be able to stop at?
Source: 2024 Gauss Math Contest