Mathematics Goals
- articulate a solid core of knowledge that is relevant, coherent, and comprehensive for all learners.
- set high expectations for each student every year; provide for the expansion of the curriculum for mathematically-talented learners; and implement timely and appropriate intervention for students.
- implement a problem-solving, inquiry-based, hands-on approach to enable students to understand and use mathematics.
- develop and emphasize written and oral explanations of mathematics concepts.
- use technology resources to help all students understand mathematics and provide for natural uses of technology.
- include continuous assessment to monitor, enhance, and evaluate the mathematics learning of all students and to inform teaching.
- provide support to historically underserved populations to ensure full participation in the mathematics program.
Mathematics Professional Development Goals
Sustain previous learning about a topic
Apply new learning with students
Reflect on changes as related to student access
Adapt changes if necessary to meet student needs