1. Plymouth Public Schools Mathematics Department Presented by Karen Backman District Mathematics Coordinator Overview of Progress and Current Initiatives

2. AGENDA Overview of current MCAS trends Overview of on-going initiatives Everyday Math Making mathematics real Integration of technology New initiatives Problem Solving (Literacy) Grading and assessment

3. Grade 4 MCAS 2002 - 2009

4. Grade 8 MCAS 2002 - 2009

5. Grade 10 MCAS 2002 - 2009

6. Class of 2012 Cohort

7. Everyday Mathematics Highlights Students enjoyed math In-service time supported a more effective implementation Parent information nights Struggles Teachers had to “trust the spiral” Parents had difficulty helping their students with new methodology

8. Everyday Mathematics Parent Support Resources My Reference Book / Student Reference Book Family Letters Online Resources - www.everydaymathonlinewww.everydaymathonline Interactive Reference Book Online games for students Family Letters Algorithm videos (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division strategies)

9. Problem Solving K – 12 Common Rubric Supporting Literacy in Mathematics Supporting 21 st Century Skills Authentic Application of Learning Reviewing Student Work

10. Technology Integration EDM Support Resources for Students, Parents and Teachers Verizon Grant – grades 7 & 8 Thinkfinity Instructional Videos PLATO Credit Recovery Instructional Resources Calculators

11. Grading & Assessment Utilizing assessment to drive instruction & compact curriculum GMADE (Grades 1 – 5) MCAS (Grades 3 – 8, 10) Final Exams (Grades 7 – 12) Pre-assessments Consistency in grading & expectations Standards-based report card (Grades K – 5) Grades 6 – 12 grading policy for assessment data and study skills

12. Questions?