As international schools increasingly re-evaluate secondary curricula, designing a bespoke, values-driven mathematics program brings both immense opportunities and complex operational challenges. This session explores the journey of creating and implementing a mission-aligned high school mathematics curriculum for Grades 9 and 10 designed to replace traditional models or standardized curricula.

Gavin and Rob will candidly address the key hurdles faced during course design – from navigating departmental consensus to side-stepping common curriculum-building pitfalls. The session will dive into practical strategies for developing varied assessment practices, ensuring data reliability and validity, and shaping classroom practices that genuinely support student-centered, mission-focused learning outcomes. Whether you are considering a full curriculum overhaul or looking to refine assessment and pedagogy within existing structures, this presentation offers transferable insights, honest lessons learned, and adaptable frameworks for modernizing high school maths education.