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Goals

Oregon Parents for Thorough Instruction in MAthematics

1.
One size fits all does not work with Math. We need choices.

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ELL, Special Ed and TAG kids are not well served

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Student course materials should be amenable for self study and supplementation.

2.
We need to add direct instruction as an alternative in K-12 curriculum.

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Proven to be more efficient for the groups currently not being served well.

More compatible with transition to College instruction.

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Easier for teachers(and their substitutes) to have a productive session.

3.Provide same base options and opportunities for all students, regardless of schools attended

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Students should not lose out when they switch schools or because they live in a different attendance area.

4.Timeframe for implementation:

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Start supplementing immediately for those who are most in need (ELL, TAG and Special Ed).

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Make full choice available starting Fall 2007.