Putting the M in STEM Growing Mathematical Thinkers
Abstract
Ledyard Public Schools (LPS) has identified the need for improved practices in mathematics, including a greater emphasis on mathematical thinking to increase mathematical fluency and reasoning among LPS military-connected students. To accomplish this goal, LPS will revise existing curriculum, adopt new mathematics K-8 program(s), add accelerated math opportunities, hire Math Interventionists at the elementary level to coach teachers and work directly with students needing tiered instruction, and determine how to use existing staff at the middle school level to provide targeted math intervention. We will provide ongoing professional development focused on mathematics for our teaching staff as well as coaching training for the interventionists with a focus on using data to shape instruction. These steps will allow students to build strong mathematical skills so that more students will be successful in higher-level courses at both the middle and high school levels and as a result be better prepared to attend college or enter the workforce.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Sep 27, 2021
- Source ID
- HE12542112005
Entities
People
- Anne Hogsten
Organizations
- Department of Defense Education Activity
- United States Department of Defense