Derek’s Math Post-Graduate Internship

As part of his “Math Pedagogy and Practice” post-graduate internship advised by Jess, Derek (’25) created and now leads the CHS Math/CS Club to serve as a basis for potentially offering Computer Science courses at CHS.

To that end Derek is attempting a myriad of teaching tasks including developing lessons and assignments for Calculus 1, offering tutoring help with Geometry and Algebra, and running the CHS Math/CS Club which is open to all students.

This pilot program could shape future curriculum decisions, potentially expanding courses emphasizing logic, computer science, and discrete mathematics to boost problem-solving skills.

Derek is working with the senior math faculty to reflect on his efforts, specifically in regards to student engagement and content acquisition with the end goal to better equip students with the skills necessary for success in today’s technology-driven world.