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In our goal of developing effective communicators and critical thinkers, Petaluma City Schools students receive instruction in four critical areas:
These four focus areas apply to all ELA curriculum.
PCS Mathematics Vision: In PCS we want to build resilient mathematical thinkers who are confident to take risks, work creatively, collaboratively and communicate their reasoning while becoming mathematically accomplished.
The launch, explore, discuss framework forefronts student thinking and supports understanding and discussion of student problem solving strategies (as opposed to procedures, answer getting, or speed).
View WebsiteMaking grade-level mathematics more meaningful, relevant, and accessible for all students.
View WebsiteSteve Wyborney's Blog: I'm on a Learning Mission.
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Math ResourcesGroups of ESTIMATION 180 Tasks
View TasksA spreadsheet of Gfletchy 3 Act Tasks
View SpreadsheetA spreadsheet of Dan Meyer's Three-Act Math Tasks
View SpreadsheetThe Three-Read Protocol is one way to do a close read of a complex math word problem or task. This strategy includes reading a math scenario three times with a different goal each time. The first read is to understand the context. The second read is to understand the mathematics. The third read is to elicit inquiry questions based on the scenario.
View WebsiteWhich One Doesn't Belong is a website dedicated to providing thought-provoking puzzles for math teachers and students alike. There are no answers provided as there are many different, correct ways of choosing which one doesn't belong.
View WebsiteLearning what affects student learning the most
Spring 2024