ASFMS Mathematics Overview

Grade Level Expectations- Mathematics Strands Number and Operation Geometry and Measurement Functions and Algebra Data, Statistics, and Probability

GLEs Across Grade Levels The GLE stem stays the same across grade levels. What changes is the depth to which the stem is developed, and what specific skills and concepts are addressed. (see handout) At times this has led to the perception that the same things are being taught each year. It is more likely that the instructor is referencing previously taught material to build upon that prior knowledge.

6 th Grade7 th Grade8 th Grade Data Around Us Bits and Pieces Covering and Surrounding Variables and Patterns Stretching & Shrinking Filling & Wrapping Comparing & Scaling Moving Straight Ahead Samples & Populations Thinking with Mathematical Models Say It With Symbols Major Units by Grade Level

2(3) indicates end of grade 2 tested beginning of grade 3 Approximate Distribution of Emphasis 2 (3)3(4)4(5)5(6)6(7)7(8) Number and Operations 55%50% 45%30%20% Geometry and Measurement 15%20% 25% Algebra and Functions 15% 30%40% Data, Statistics, & Probability 15% 100% Distribution of Emphasis

Program & Resources Use a combination of the Connected Math Project - CMP(concept focus), Glencoe series (skill focus), and other supplements We are in the process of updating the Glencoe series to include online components and multimedia capabilities to better model difficult concepts.

Dana Center University of Texas Working in a cohort with South Kingstown and W. Warwick All districts will be working with the Dana Center starting next year Big Idea is Curriculum Alignment All instruction in a strand All classes at a grade level All schools in a district

Off-Team Math We have two different programs, one targeted at students who are struggling coming into grade 6, and the other, at students who at the end of grade 6 have shown themselves to be exceptional math students. Math Enrichment is a course that students take in addition to their on-team math class. Much of the work revolves around deficiencies in basic skills.

Some students will take Algebra 1 in 7 th grade, in place of their on-team math class, with those who complete the course satisfactorily, taking Algebra 2 in grade 8. This Algebra 1 course is truly for those students who are so far ahead of the GLEs that it is inappropriate for them to be in their grade level class Off-Team Math

We had a similar program about 8 years ago. Students had issues once they got into the high school course sequence, so we have developed different entrance criteria and are monitoring student achievement very closely. Eligibility for the class is determined by multiple measures: Algebra Aptitude test NECAP scores Report card grades Teacher recommendation

Course Sequence 6-8

Course Sequence 8-9

Questions? Please feel free to ask your child’s math teacher about what they are studying. They can give you specific information about the units. There are some sheets available for you to jot down some thoughts/questions for me in particular. Any feedback you give is much appreciated.