Mathematics

Mathematics Program Mission

Our mission is to develop a world class mathematics program, comprised of exemplary staff that daily delivers standards- and researched-based quality instruction to all students, empowering them to develop numeracy, become critical thinkers, analytical problem solvers, and productive citizens, and high achievers able to compete in institutions of higher learning, and in the global job market.

Mathematics Program Vision

The Atlanta Public Schools Mathematics Program's vision is to assist every child in recognizing the power, utility, connectedness, and beauty of learning mathematics and engender in them the importance of life long learning. This global vision will be validated through the closing of the achievement gap, evidenced through steady improvement on standardized assessment, college entrance exams, exit exams and overall achievement. Our program will serve as a model of success for other urban districts.

Overarching System Goal

"One System, One Goal, One Focus, Student Success"

Mathematics Program Goals

•  Implement the Georgia Performance Standards as our non-negotiable curriculum, focusing depth, rigor, content and process skills, and reading across the disciplines.

•  Implement the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Principles and Standards

•  Integrate mathematics instruction across all disciplines

•  Set high expectations for all students and implement plans for improving and monitoring student achievement

•  Maintain a highly qualified staff

•  Enhance teaching and learning through the effective use of technology and researched-based strategies and resources.

•  Use data effectively to monitor student achievement, drive instruction and inform the need for professional development.

•  Implement a differentiated professional development program that provides for the needs of all staff as we build for capacity.

•  Develop a quality extracurricular/enrichment program to enhance the core program for staff and students.