Collaborating for Mathematics Education Equity
Our Purpose
We believe that every student in Connecticut must have access to a high quality, life-affirming mathematics education that prepares them for participation in our increasingly technological and data-driven society. We believe it is the responsibility of our educational system to hold these expectations for all students regardless of age, gender, socioeconomic status, race/ethnicity, home language, abilities or disabilities, and to empower PK-12 teachers to realize this high-level goal in their own classrooms. We aim to create an educational system by which each student gains valuable, usable knowledge to support their individual goals and journey as well as support the functioning of a fair and just democratic society.
We understand equity is not about treating everyone exactly the same, but rather, it is about treating each individual with the same level of respect and commitment to their success. Therefore, equity in mathematics education includes access for all students to high quality mathematics curriculum, instruction, and assessment that supports students’ learning of a range of mathematical concepts and interdisciplinary content
What is Mathematics Education Equity?
What are We Doing?
Three statewide mathematics education leadership organizations (AMTEC, ATOMIC, & CCLM) with consultation from the CT State Department of Education collaborated to develop Equity in Mathematics Education: A Joint Position Statement for Connecticut.
The diagram to the left depicts three central commitments to reconceptualize mathematics education as pillars. These pillars are grounded on a foundation of essential conditions necessary for equitable mathematics education.
What Can You Do?
Click the buttons to the right to read cases of schools and districts right here in Connecticut engaging in this important work. What is does it look like when we strive for equity in mathematics education?
Share Your Work
Has your school/district been working toward equity in mathematics education?