STEM Math
Every student learns in their own way and in their own time, and learning Math is no exception. Finding a curriculum that works for your student is essential--and we are here to help! Whether you are a confident Math teacher or concerned about keeping up with your kiddo, there is a curriculum out there that's perfect for you. Students are expected to complete weekly lessons, as planned out in September at SLP meetings; parents share responsibility for monitoring their students' work and communicating whether or not work was completed each month.
Time is set aside twice a week for Math instruction; half of the time is spent on whole-class direct instruction, with the other half devoted to students' individual weekly lessons. Students working at Algebra I or above have the option to enroll in Algebra I, Geometry, or Algebra II outside of the STEM classroom (joining one of our PPP Math classes instead).
Looking for curriculum? Here are some SVEC favorites!
Beast Academy is a fun introduction to Math concepts, challenging students to try new things as they explore the world of Mathematics. Content is offered on paper (SVEC can supply) or as online content (parent purchase).
AoPS is a different way of looking at Math. It continues where Beast Academy leaves off, challenging students to truly understand the why and not just the how of Math. Content is offered on paper (SVEC can supply) or as online content (parent purchase).
Math Mammoth is the curriculum used in our School To Go program, offering a complete curriculum for grades 1-7. Content is offered on paper (SVEC can supply).
Saxon Math provides students with cyclic learning, returning to previous concepts as it introduces new ones. Content is offered on paper (may be available through SVEC).
Singapore Math focuses on problem-solving and developing mathematical thinking, as opposed to rote memorization. Content is offered on paper (may be available through SVEC).
Aleks is an adaptive platform, constantly adjusting to student's current knowledge state. Content is accessed via computer and is computer graded (parent purchase).
CK-12 offers Flexbooks--interactive online textbooks--with practice problems connected to each lesson. Content is taught through written word (like a textbook), but is accessed via computer; work is computer graded (free to access).
Khan Academy offers a full math curriculum. Content is accessed online; students have the option of learning via video lessons or trial and error; work is computer graded (free to access).
Teaching Textbooks offers curriculum through Pre-Calculus. Content is accessed via computer and is computer graded (may be available through SVEC).