Tennessee
Tennessee supports math achievement with a state-approved screener and list of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). To increase impact, the state could require K-8 screeners three times a year and the adoption of HQIM for K-8.
Critical to all principles are the 4 Strands of Math Proficiency in Math Knowledge & Skills.
4 Strands of Math Proficiency
To become proficient in math, students need to develop mathematical proficiency which is a combination of real-world problem-solving skills, procedural fluency, conceptual understanding, and productive dispositions.
Math Knowledge & Skills
In K-8 students are building math knowledge in: number and operations, Algebra, Geometry, Statistics & Data.
Supports for Educators
Educator Preparation Programs (EPP) Alignment
Consider policy where EPP required math coursework is aligned with National Math Panel including evidence-based methods to develop 4 Strands of Math Proficiency math proficiency in math knowledge & skills.
Elementary Math Coaches
Consider policy where math coaches are trained in evidence-based pedagogy, the 4 Strands of Math Proficiency, provide data driven PD & coaching & assigned to each elementary school.
Math Professional Development (PD)
Assessment & Parent Notification
K-8 Math Screening & Progress Monitoring (PM)
Parental Notification
Instruction & Intervention
Adoption of High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM)
Individual Math Plans
Consider policy that requires schools create & implement individual math plans within 30 days of screening for students needing support.
Math taught for at least 60 minutes per day
Parent Math-At-Home Plan
Ensuring Algebra I Success
Guaranteed Access to Advanced Math
Take & Pass Algebra I/IM I No Later Than Grade 9
In Your Neighborhood
See how the Comprehensive K-8 Mathematics Strategy impacts educators and students in other states.
