4 Ways 2 Figure It Out Plan it Out Speak Out Carry It Out Reach Out
Plan it Out Plan to Be College-and Career-Ready Enroll in math courses every year of high school Research the math needed in your child’s chosen career path or college of choice Make a family plan
Ask school officials about the College Readiness Standards Attend school events and parent advocacy groups Keep up-to-date through school’s communications – websites, newsletters, etc. Speak Out One Voice Can Be Heard
Carry It Out Bring Math Education Home Talk positively about math!!! Show how you use math Encourage tutoring, peer learning Make your home “homework healthy”
Talk to teachers and administrators all year Use the first 3 “Ways”as topics of discussion Write down questions for conference time Ask for help from teachers if needed Reach Out Ask What’s Happening in Your Child’s Math Classroom
Your Math Road Map Moving Beyond Course Requirements to Clarifying What Students Should Know and Be Able to Do