We use Investigations (2nd edition) for K-5 and Connected Math for 6-8. We
have well-established benchmarks for basic number combinations at each grade
level K-5, based on the program's curriculum. We also use Boston's
assessments for end-of-unit and end-of-year benchmarking. Additionally, we
have implemented instructional standards or non-negotiables (60 minutes of
math a day, plus 10 minute math), monthly "looking at student work" sessions
at grade level, and ongoing professional development. We also use Math
Forum for weekly problems K-8, Math Olympiads for the monthly Math Club, and
other problems for differentiation around readiness and interest--these are
open to everyone and optional for teacher and parent use.
In the 10 years we have used these curricula we have found that the
instructional component, along with strong professional development through
math coaching and collaborative coaching is what makes the greatest
difference for our students.
Chris Weiss
Assistant Academic Dean/Learning Catalyst
Trinity Episcopal School
Charlotte, NC
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[mailto:ISED-L@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU] On Behalf Of Christy Vail
Sent: Monday, November 30, 2009 5:07 PM
To: ISED-L@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU
Subject: Re: Math Curriculum Adoption
Hi Shelly,
We have used Everyday Math for 7 years. We supplement with basic facts, but
otherwise we are pleased with the program and our students have a solid
foundation in math.
Christy Vail
Head of Lower School
Sacramento Country Day
On 11/30/09 1:45 PM, "Shelly DuBose" <sdubose@graland.org> wrote:
> This year our head of school has appointed a Math Task Force that is
charged
> with looking at the overall math program at our K-8 independent school.
One
> element of this process entails us reviewing our current lower school math
> curriculum (Investigations) to determine if it best meets the needs of our
> community. As we do this, the task force will also be reviewing other
> reputable curricula. While we have specific grade level benchmarks and a
> philosophy about how math should be taught/learned in mind; I am curious
about
> what other independent schools are currently using for lower school math.
If
> anyone else has gone through a recent adoption I would also appreciate
hearing
> about your process and the names of texts you reviewed.
>
> Thank you,
> Shelly DuBose
> Graland Country Day School
> Denver, Colorado
>
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