Mathematical Practices

CUSD students from kindergarten through 8th grade are encouraged to utilize and engage in Mathematical Practices. These can be thought of as "how" you do your math, as opposed to "what" you do during math.

Below you will find some tools to help you better understand these practices. The handout on the left is written in student-friendly terms that can help your child understand what they are being encouraged to do with these practices. The handout on the right is a more detailed account of what we, as first grade teachers, are looking for as we assess the students within each of these practices.