NYCPS Vision for Mathematics

New York City Public Schools aims to disrupt inequities in mathematics education for all students, with particular attention to those who have been historically marginalized students in our system. We stand for the truth that every child has powerful mathematics potential and acknowledge that it is the role of all educators in the system to ensure that every child receives whatever they need to develop their full academic and social-emotional potential and to thrive in mathematics, every day.

We envision a mathematics learning experience where:  

• Students are empowered to make sense of mathematics both in the classroom and beyond including developing mathematical thinking and regularly engaging in mathematical collaboration and discourse;  

• Teachers facilitate instruction that is student-centered, inquiry-based, coherent and in an environment that fosters belonging and high expectations; and  

• Content provides opportunities for students to engage in productive struggle with cognitively demanding, mathematical concepts that are connected to one another and the world around them.