Mathematics
Our core beliefs about mathematics instruction guide the development of classroom activities for this subject at all grade levels.
- All students can enjoy and be successful in math.
- There is no one way to learn or teach math.
- Math teaches students to use critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Math is learned through concepts and context.
- Students should have an opportunity to articulate their math learning.
- Math is a ladder—each new concept is built on prior knowledge.
- Ownership and discovery of concepts promote long-term retention.
- Group work and individual accountability both contribute to sustained understanding.
- A common math vocabulary is essential.
