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Why Choose MATHS The 5 Pillars of a MATHS
Education
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Why Choose MATHS Introduction
Thank you for your interest in our school. The
slides in this presentation will give you an
overview of what makes MATHS unique. The slides
will emphasize the 5 pillars of MATHS (i)
intellectually rigorous (ii) personalized (iii)
supportive (iv) college-prep, (v)
science/technology focus. Our school prepares
students for successful entry into college and
for the challenges they face as they mature into
young adults. Our Vision is that a MATHS
education will enable our students to not only
establish themselves academically and
professionally but also develop them into
valuable contributors and leaders of their
communities. Please feel free to contact us with
questions. We would love to hear from you. Ph.
(410) 545-0955/0956 Email mathsbaltimore_at_yahoo.co
m www.mathsbaltimore.org
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The 5 Pillars
The Mission of the Maryland Academy of Technology
and Health Sciences (MATHS) is to provide an
intellectually rigorous, personalized and
supportive college- preparatory education for
7th-12th grade students of Baltimore City, with a
focus on the biotechnology, health science and
bioengineering fields. 1. Intellectually
Rigorous 2. Personalized 3.
Supportive 4. College-Prep 5.
Science/Technology Focus
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Pillar 1 Intellectually Rigorous

• We provide an intellectually rigorous,
  disciplined and challenging education for our
  students. Students are required to maintain a
  70 average, have homework nightly, and are
  tested systematically (including cumulative final
  exams). We emphasize mastery beyond
  state-mandated tests.
• High Academic Standards
• Extended school day
• Interdisciplinary, hands-on curriculum
• Emphasis on higher order learning, application
  problem-solving
• Project-based learning
• 12-elective mini-course program including debate,
  newspaper, martial arts, entrepreneurship,
  academic mastery, graphics animation etc.

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Pillar 2 Personalized

• We ensure a small, safe and personalized
  learning environment
• Low studentteacher ratios (less than 201)
• Emphasis on teacherstudent relationships, and a
  culture of trust/caring
• Academic advisor for each student
• Family-oriented atmosphere (parent volunteers,
  home visits)
• Emphasis on personal and character development

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Pillar 3 Supportive

• We provide a supportive educational environment
• Daily after-school tutoring
• Differentiated instruction to ensure mastery for
  all students
• Gender-specific advisory groups
• Mentoring programs for boys and girls
• Student support team for students below 70
  average
• Social and developmental support

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Pillar 4 College-Prep

• Our program is designed to prepare students for
  successful entry into the nations best colleges
  and universities. We offer a well rounded,
  college-prep curriculum including AP classes, a
  full creative arts curriculum, technology and
  foreign language. We offer an early entry
  college option with students gaining college
  credit while still at MATHS
• SAT-prep classes, including Saturday sessions
  beginning in grade 9
• Monthly college-visits
• Lectures from university professors, guest
  speakers
• Highly qualified faculty including degrees from
  Harvard, Hopkins, Penn State, U. of Maryland
• Research/internship opportunities

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Pillar 5 Science/Technology Focus

• MATHS offers a specialized curriculum in three
  major/tracks in the 11th and 12 grades
• Biotechnology a Career Tech. Education
  program
• Health Sciences
• Bioengineering
• Students perform research that culminates
  in a Senior Thesis project. An outline of our
  science program is shown in the next slide.

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MATHS SCIENCE PROGRAM
9th Grade
General Chemistry

10th Grade
11th Grade 12 Grade
Bioengineering Track Principles of
Engineering Digital Engineering Biotechnical
Engineering Medical Instrumentation
Health Sciences Track Anatomy
Physiology Medical Terminology/Technology Sports
Medicine Public Health Disease
Senior Practicum
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MATHS Students Have What Colleges Look For

• SAT/ACT Scores- High standards and practice tests
  prepare you for success
• Class Rank/ GPA- Small graduating class size can
  lead to a higher class rank. Individualized
  support increases grades.
• Recommendations- Youre a person and not just a
  number! Administrators and teachers know the
  strengths of each student.
• Course Selection- Rigorous curriculum surpasses
  minimum graduation requirements and aligns with
  college requirements

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Our Recent Achievements

• Superior Academic Results with HSA scores some of
  the best in Baltimore (2009)
• Several student awards including Carson
  Scholarship, Urban Technology Award, Top10
  placement in Debate. . .
• Profiled by Johns Hopkins as one of 25 ways to
  improve urban Baltimore
• 1st Early College High School Program in MD
• 1st charter school with MSDE approved CTE program
  (biotechnology)
• Prestigious partnerships with Johns Hopkins, UMBC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the yearly tuition costs?
• As a public charter school, MATHS provides a
  tuition free education to all students that
  reside in Baltimore City.  Fees will be collected
  to subsidize fields trips and extracurricular
  activities.
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• What grades do you serve?
• We currently serve grades 6-11.  For the 2011
  Academic Year, we will serve grades 6-12.
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• What are the criteria for admission?
• While we do not have strict entrance criteria,
  we require an interview with the student and
  parents/guardians prior to enrollment.  Students
  who are academically-motivated and determined to
  attend college will thrive in our disciplined
  environment. 
• Where are you located?
• We are located on the 4th 5th floors of the
  Roland Patterson Building Complex (4701
  Greenspring Ave).  We have access to a full
  auditorium, gymnasium, outdoor basketball and
  tennis courts, and three full sized fields.
• Do you have athletic and extracurricular
  programs?
• Yes, we have several sports teams including,
  soccer, basketball, volleyball, lacrosse etc.
  Our teams play other City schools as well as
  charter and independent schools. Our 12-course
  elective programs allows students to participate
  in diverse extracurricular activities
• Debate, Peer Mentoring, Yearbook,
  Newspaper, Cheerleading, Band, Theatre, Graphics
  Animation, Advanced Art, Entrepreneurship,
  Ultimate Science Club, Martial Arts.

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Ensure your spot at MATHS Visit the
Admissions section at www.mathsbaltimore.org
today.Questions, call (410) 545-0955 oremail
mathsbaltimore_at_yahoo.com