Mathematical Modeling is taught by Mrs. Burns. In this class, we apply the concepts learned in Pre-calculus, Geometry, and Algebra to more challenging applications and problems. We also complete foundational problem sets, like the PCMIs and Exeter problem sets. This course is different from my past experiences with math courses due to its high emphasis on communication and expression of ideas.
The Modeling the Future Challenge (MTFC) is an actuary competition for high school students combining math modeling, data analysis, and risk management. In MTFC, our group–the Data Divas–is conducting our own research project modeling race-based medical malignancies in healthcare to analyze risks and make recommendations to healthcare companies. Before advancing to semifinalists, our group wrote a proposal on our topic and completed a scenario quest of a ski resort’s profits under changing climates using statistics, risk analysis, and math modeling. Something I have really enjoyed about this project is the opportunity to transform my passion for healthcare into a math modeling project! To view this lab in a larger browser click here!
In the Epsilon School problem, a new wing is being added to the Epsilon School of Mathematics and Science so that the student population can be increased from 490 to 630 for the 2024-2025 school year. In the new year, the new sophomore class will have 140 more students than the graduating senior class.To accommodate this increase, seven additional faculty will be hired. Our task with this assignment was to decide which departments should get extra teachers using a mathematical model. Our group presentation for our math model can be found here. To view this lab in a larger browser click here!