How often have you heard someone say: “I’m just not a math person?” People are reluctant to say they are illiterate but proud to share their low math identity. We tend to think of math as a subject that’s accessible only to certain types of people. But that’s a false assumption, and it’s holding back … Read more
Enrolling students in high school math courses is a critical decision that can significantly impact their future college opportunities and career paths. The pressure to reach Calculus by senior year often leads to the expectation of completing Algebra I by eighth grade. While Algebra I is typically a ninth grade course, taking it on this … Read more
California and the rest of the country often overlook the needs of English learners, despite being one of the largest student groups. California alone has over 1 million students learning English as a second language, and this number continues to grow. Unfortunately, the academic performance of English learners has remained stagnant over the past two … Read more