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We hold our parents in high regard and greatly value your support and involvement in your child's educational journey.

Frequently Asked Questions By Parents

  1. What content will my student learn in this grade? 
  2. Why is my student learning math this way?
  3. What does an effective math teacher do? 
  4. What curriculum is my teacher using as a tool to help my child succeed? 
  5. How does Jordan School District prepare my student for future success? 
  6. How can I help out from home? 

Find all the answers below.

1. What content will my student learn in this grade? 

Kindergarten (label)

First Grade label

Second Garde

Third Grade

Fourth Grade

Fifth Grade

Sixth Grade

 

 

2. Why is my student learning math this way? 
The Why Behind Rigorous, Coherent, and Focus Student-Centered Instruction

NCTM and The Hunt Institute have produced a series of videos to enhance understanding of the mathematics that students need to succeed in college, life, and careers. Beginning in the primary grades, the videos address the importance of developing a solid foundation for algebra, as well as laying the groundwork for calculus and other postsecondary mathematics coursework. The series also covers the Standards for Mathematical Practice elaborated in the Utah Core and examines why developing conceptual understanding requires a different approach to teaching and learning.

3. What does an effective mathematics teacher do?

Image of the 8 Mathematics Teaching Practices from NCTM

 

4. What curriculum will my child's teacher use to help my child succeed?

Math Expressions (K-5) Curriculum

Open Up (K-5) Curriculum

Illustrative Mathematics 6th) Curriculum

 

5. How does JSD mathematics instruction prepare my child for future success?

Portrait of a Graduate and the Jordan School District Strategic Plan

6. How can I help out from home?