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Adding It All Up. Raising the Bar in Mathematics for All Georgia Students Information for: Bells Ferry Elementary March 24, 2011. Georgia Performance Standards (GPS). Previous curriculum was the Quality Core Curriculum ( QCC ) for over 20 years Currently GPS for 7 years (2005-2012)
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Adding It All Up Raising the Bar in Mathematics for All Georgia Students Information for: Bells Ferry Elementary March 24, 2011
Georgia Performance Standards(GPS) • Previous curriculum was the Quality Core Curriculum (QCC) for over 20 years • Currently GPS for 7 years (2005-2012) • 4th/5th grade students entire school career • Moving to Common Core Georgia Performance Standards (CCGPS) (2012-2013)
WHY the GPS curriculum? • Phi Delta Kappa Audit • Age of QCC • Lack of Depth and Rigor • Alignment of Instruction and Assessment • Alignment to International Standards
Resulting in… Mandate of GPS • Rigor • Depth • Clear Expectations • Instructional Guide • Student-Focused
Accolades of GPS Overall Grade 2010: By the Thomas Fordham Institute Georgia: Grade A- Clarity and Specificity 3/3 Content and Rigor 6/7 Total GPS Score 9/10 Georgia is one of eight states receiving at least 9/10 points.
On level Middle School Math Classes Math 6 Math 7 Math 8
Advanced Middle School Math Classes • Advanced Math 6 • Advanced Math 7 • Advanced Math 8
Accelerated Middle School Math Classes in Cobb County • Math 67-recommended placement based upon minimum of: • 95% ITBS Math Total in 5th grade • 850 CRCT math score in 5th grade • Math 78-recommended placement based upon minimum of: • Prerequisite class of Math 67 • 85% cumulative test average • 850 CRCT math score in 6th grade • Accelerated Math 1-recommended placement based upon minimum of: • prerequisite class of Math 78 • an 85% cumulative test average • 850 on 7th grade CRCT math score
Acceleration in High School Incoming freshmen: • 8th grade math unit test average is above 85% AND • Exceeds Standards on 8th grade CRCT
Why is the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) initiative important for 2012-2013? • Disparate standards create confusing expectations across the states. • Global competitive edge is lagging among students in the US. • Current workforce skills do not match 21st century workplace demands.
Why are the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics right for Georgia? • Previous work with the GPS. • Prior GPS training ensures a smooth transition. • All of the standards are addressed in the GPS. • CCSS expectations are consistent with a single/high-rigor diploma requirement for all students.
Accolades of Common Core State Standards Overall Grade 2010: By the Thomas Fordham Institute CCSS: Grade A- Clarity and Specificity 2/3 Content and Rigor 7/7 Total CCSS Score 9/10
Tips for Parents • Build Vocabulary & Literacy skills • Recognize math in the everyday world • Practice basic math skills & problem solving • Involvement in basic home necessities • Cooking & Cleaning • Grocery Shopping • Planning & Organization • Home improvement • Pets, Sports, Activity expenses • Positive attitude about mathematics
Questions? Contact: Michelle Mikes 6-12 Math Supervisor michelle.mikes@cobbk12.org