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Our Mission & Philosophy

The members of the Mathematics Department of Xavier College Preparatory understand the demand for women that are competent in mathematics to solve today’s problems. The Department strives to educate tomorrow’s women with strong problem-solving skills, estimation without a calculator and analysis with technology to provide them with the best possible base for higher level mathematics. The Department reinforces the use of mathematical language through writing and speaking within groups and as a class.
 
The Department supports faculty professional development to stay current with advanced technology and content. In an effort to encourage respect, we provide an environment that promotes the right of each individual to learn and establishes a sense of responsibility for the student’s own conduct and performance. The curriculum is aligned with Arizona Department of Education (ADE), National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and College Board standards.

Honor Societies

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  • Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society (Mu Alpha Theta)

    Mu Alpha Theta is a nationally recognized math honor society. Its purpose is to engender keener interest in mathematics, to develop scholarship in the subject, and to promote enjoyment of mathematics among high school students. All members must remain in honors math classes and advance to AP Calculus AB or higher by their senior year.

    Members will meet twice a month, take the American Mathematics Competition Exam and serve in one or more of the events like Math and Science Field Day at SCC, Log1 Competition, Math Week and Pi Day.

Meet Our Faculty

List of 8 members.

  • Photo of Eva Becker

    Eva Becker 94

    Math Teacher | Mathematics Department Co-Chair | Curriculum Council Member
    M.B.A.
  • Photo of Robert Hendrickson

    Robert Hendrickson 

    Math Teacher | EPICS Club Moderator | Mu Alpha Theta Moderator | MAT 221/231 for Rio Salado
    M.A.
  • Photo of Adrienne Hestenes

    Adrienne Hestenes 

    Math Teacher | Mathematics Department Co-Chair | Astronomy Club Moderator | Curriculum Council Member | Mu Alpha Theta Moderator
    M.Ed.
  • Photo of James Marando

    James Marando 

    Math Teacher | Calculus Club Moderator | Mu Alpha Theta Moderator | MAT 206 for Rio Salado
    M.A.
  • Photo of Wendy Mostoller

    Wendy Mostoller 

    Math Teacher | Homecoming Moderator |Shadow Program Moderator | Student Ambassadors Moderator | MAT 151 for Rio Salado
    M.Ed.
  • Photo of Stella Ollarsaba

    Stella Ollarsaba 

    Math Teacher | Calculus Club Moderator | MAT 221 for Rio Salado
    M.Ed.
  • Photo of Jeffrey Unruh

    Jeffrey Unruh 

    Math Teacher | MAT 187 for Rio Salado
    M.A, M.Ed.
  • Photo of Claire Yablong

    Claire Yablong 07

    Math Teacher | Physics Teacher | AP Capstone - Seminar | EPICS Club Moderator
    M.B.A.

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