The 6-12 Math Curriculum Review team met yesterday to discuss progress on our map writing, reported standards, and to look at possible resources for implementing our new maps. We had some difficult conversations on the scope of all the standards we teach, what are the must-teach reported standards, what do we simply need to "record" and communicate with parents, and what opportunities do we have to give up some of the things we currently teach. The team talked about the 21st-century type of mathematical skills necessary for our learners. Overall, it was a good conversation to have. This team has been very open and honest with each other and we are confident the new maps will meet all the diverse needs of our students.
We also heard presentations from 2 vendors, one of which shared some really unique resources that the team thought would be very beneficial should we go this route. We still have 3 vendors to meet with and then will look to bring back 2 or 3 for a more in-depth presentation on their products. Those meetings will be held in January or February when we return from Winter Break. If you have specific questions, please email me or ask you, representative, on the math review team.
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