Iolani's mathematics curriculum is both traditional and innovative. It is traditional in that the basic skills of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry are taught in a very thorough manner, but innovative at the upper levels since topics such as the geometry of convex sets, crystallographic symmetry groups and tensegrity are seldom seen in high schools anywhere.

All students must complete Algebra II in order to graduate and must take mathematics through the junior year. An honors program is available for those exceptionally gifted in mathematics, and Advanced Placement Calculus is usually elected by those who have completed Precalculus as juniors.

Students use scientific calculators, and activities involving interactive technologies (including the computer and the graphing calculator) enhance concept and skill development throughout the curriculum.
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