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This presentation recommends a K-5 and 6-8 mathematics program designed to enhance student math competency through rigorous, high-quality instruction. It outlines the piloting and selection processes and advocates for enVisionMATH for grades K-5 and Big Ideas for grades 6-8. The curricula align with NH College and Career Ready Mathematics standards, focusing on direct instruction, varied learning styles, and critical problem-solving strategies. It emphasizes technology integration, assessments, and home-school connections, with professional development and parent workshops planned for the 2014-15 academic year.
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RECOMMENDED MATHEMATICS PROGRAM ADOPTION2014-15MAY 13, 2014Kate Jenkins, 1st Grade TeacherKara Gordon, 2nd Grade TeacherKim Whitehouse, 7thGrade TeacherDoris Buco, District Curriculum Director
Tonight’s Presentation Recommend a K-5th grade and 6th-8th grade mathematics program that will provide rigorous, high quality math instruction and increase student mathcompetency
OVERVIEW • Piloting process • Selection process • Why enVisionsMATH (K-5th) and Big Ideas (6th- 8th) are recommended for adoption • Direct, explicit instruction of the NH College and Career Ready Mathematics standards • Lessons progress from concrete to representational to symbolic (abstract)
Learning styles and differentiation are addressed Emphasis on: - application of knowledge - multiple problem-solving strategies - written/oral explanation of selected strategies Rich technology focus/on-line resources Multiple forms of assessment Home-school connections
Components and features of the programs • 2014-15 professional development • 2014-15 parent workshops
Websites • www.envisonmath.com • www.bigideasmath.com