[ Curriculum Statements ]

MATH STATEMENT
CROSSROADS ACADEMY
September, 2001 

Philosophy
Mathematics education at Crossroads Academy will contain a developmentally appropriate curriculum that enables all students to be actively involved in successful learning experiences and develop a solid foundation on which to build.

Guiding Principles
Mathematics is among the most cumulative of academic areas. The learner must constantly integrate new and more sophisticated skills and concepts into a network of math knowledge. In order for students to progress to more complex mathematical tasks, a portion of math knowledge must be memorized. As basic abilities (such as producing addition and subtraction facts) become automatic, the learner is able to operate more effectively on higher mathematical levels. To progress along the continuum of mathematical learning students must develop a deep understanding of math, allowing them to be both systematic in their approach to problems, and flexible in their use of strategies.

Implementation Plan
At Crossroads we recognize that students learn at different rates and in different ways. We can best serve students who work proficiently on grade level, or one year ahead (in our chosen curriculum). Students who fall outside this range may require other support or stimulation provided by resources outside of the school. We strive to have all on-grade-level 8^th grade students complete at least Algebra I; others may go further.