In May 2009 the Board approved the release of some new mathematics teaching materials to help schools develop or 'freshen up' vocational or applied maths courses for the HSC. In June the Board wrote to schools already offering school-developed courses, suggesting they look at the new materials if they felt the need to amend their existing courses. With many of these schools showing interest in the new teaching materials, the Board has also made them available to schools looking to begin a practical or applied maths course for 2010 and beyond. The materials are based on one of the five new HSC maths courses (Mathematics General 1) that had been scheduled for release to schools this year. The Board decided not to implement these new HSC courses as planned because of the ongoing development of the national curriculum and the potential for confusion in schools. To view and discuss the materials please contact Fran Trefry, Head, Liaison Officer Unit, email fran.trefry@bos.nsw.edu.au or telephone 9367 8102. Don't miss out! Get your Board news fast and from the source with our easy email news alerts. Just enter your address in the box on the right, and don't forget to confirm your subscription.