Mathematics
Teaching to Solve Problems
Our math instruction is designed to ensure students engage with the learning process and receive direct instruction from their teachers. IReady complements our traditional teaching methods. This dual approach fosters a balanced learning environment where technology enhances, rather than replaces, the essential principles of effective teaching. I-Ready offers a robust, adaptive learning experience that empowers teachers to meet the diverse needs of their students. By utilizing I-Ready, educators can gain data-driven insights to identify each student's strengths and areas for growth, allowing for personalized learning paths. Teachers limit screen interaction but leverage the program to facilitate meaningful discussions and collaborative activities, making the learning experience more dynamic and effective. By incorporating this innovative tool, educators can provide a comprehensive educational experience that nurtures student engagement, supports differentiated instruction, and ultimately leads to improved learning outcomes without sacrificing the core values of teaching.
By Grade Level:
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Fifth Grade
Fifth Grade Math students focus on learning to show complete solution steps, mastering all whole number operations, and all decimal and fractions operations except division. Algebraic thinking is an integral component of the curriculum, and students begin writing equations early in the year. A variety of hands-on projects allows for opportunities to work collaboratively, to apply skills learned, and to use math in real life situations. -
Sixth Grade
Sixth Grade Math students focus on mastery of all fraction and decimal operations and work on building a solid foundation for pre-algebra and algebra. As in Fifth Grade, there is a strong focus on problem solving and hands-on projects. Students are encouraged to take risks, to stretch, and to focus on strategies for tackling challenging problems. -
Seventh Grade
Sixth Grade Math students focus on mastery of all fraction and decimal operations and work on building a solid foundation for pre-algebra and algebra. As in Fifth Grade, there is a strong focus on problem solving and hands-on projects. Students are encouraged to take risks, to stretch, and to focus on strategies for tackling challenging problems. -
Eighth Grade
Sixth Grade Math students focus on mastery of all fraction and decimal operations and work on building a solid foundation for pre-algebra and algebra. As in Fifth Grade, there is a strong focus on problem solving and hands-on projects. Students are encouraged to take risks, to stretch, and to focus on strategies for tackling challenging problems.
