Mathematics Update: Challenges for K-12 Instruction RCPS School Board Meeting Ottobine Elementary School September 24, 2012 Jenny Gibson

SOL Test Results TestState Pass RateRCPS Pass Rate Grade Grade Grade Grade Grade Grade 860 Algebra I7583 Geometry7492 Algebra II6986

3 History of RCPS Math SOL Scores

– 2012 Math 3 SOL Scores

– 2012 Math 4 SOL Scores

– 2012 Math 5 SOL Scores

– 2012 Math 6 SOL Scores

– 2012 Math 7 SOL Scores

– 2012 Math 8 SOL Scores

– 2012 Algebra I SOL Scores

– 2012 Geometry SOL Scores

– 2012 Algebra II SOL Scores

Increased Rigor … SOL Tests … Then and Now

Assessments – Then and Now 14 Grade 3 OLD NEW

Assessments – Then and Now 15 OLD Grade 5 NEW

Assessments – Then and Now 16 Grade 7

Assessments – Then and Now 17 Geometry

Assessments – Then and Now 18 Geometry OLD NEW

Assessments – Then and Now 19 New Content - Geometry

Addressing the Challenges… Providing support for our students and teachers

Instructional Support New Benchmarks/Pacing Guides for each Grade Level aligned to new SOLs New Benchmark Tests reflecting rigor of SOL Test and On-line Practice New Assessments for K-2 Inservices on Problem-Solving and Problem-based Instruction Purchase of Manipulatives and Models for Regular Use in Classroom Instruction New Textbooks and Online Resources K-3

Instructional Support Use of Curriculum Frameworks, Instructional Videos, Sample Lessons, and SOL Test Practice Items and Blueprints provided by VDOE Creation of Technology Enhanced Item Banks for each Grade Level Creation of Moodle Accounts for Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and AFDA for Teachers to Share Ideas/Lessons