Elementary Mathematics Curriculum Renewal Update April 7, 2016 Donna M. Dunar, Ed.D., Ass’t Supt. C & I Elizabeth L. Price, Ed.M.

In 2013, PDE aligned elementary assessments to the PA Core Standards Why now? In 2013, PDE aligned elementary assessments to the PA Core Standards Consensus that we need curriculum materials aligned to the PA Core Math Standards.

Guiding Questions How can teachers produce mathematically powerful students who can solve problems and communicate their understanding to others? What materials are best aligned to prepare students to be successful in the new PSSA and Algebra Keystone exam? What teacher and student materials provide the best support, intervention and challenge for students? What materials best provide for a balanced mathematics program?

Balanced Mathematics Model Computational Skills Problem-Solving Conceptual Understanding Mastery of Math Facts Common Formative Assessment

Core Mathematics Leadership Team Elementary & Middle School Math Specialists Elementary & Middle School Principals, Assistant Principals Assessment Supervisor STEM Supervisor Community Membership

Timeline Sept.-Dec., 2015 Survey of Programs Core Leadership Team Kick-Off Event 3 Programs in Buildings for Teacher Exploration

Research-Based Programs Selected by Core Leadership Team

Programs Considered (not selected) Published by Great Minds Materials from publisher consisted of boxes of black and white worksheets Published by Pearson Published by TERC

Presentations by Publishers November Board Ed. Cte. Meeting Model Lessons by Publishers

December Principals Meeting One program emerged as the superior program Took site visit to Pennridge January 21 Principals showcased materials with PTOs

Public Review Materials on display in schools for public review

How to Demonstrate for Parents: Home Connection Piece Parents can see that day’s lesson Parents can access EM at Home

Recommendation Board motion to approve Everyday Math 4 materials at the April 14, 2016 Board meeting

Professional Learning Plan Teacher training--Spring Grade Level Meetings (one hour) Teacher training--April 26, August 30 In-Service Days Principal training Math Specialist training Instructional Technology New teacher Induction

Questions?