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District proposes new high-school math sequence to improve SAT readiness
Summary
Academic services proposed moving incoming freshmen to a sequence beginning with Geometry followed by Algebra I and Algebra II to provide two consecutive years of algebraic instruction before SAT testing; the plan also described longer-term changes including 'modern Algebra II' and meta-pathway fourth-year math choices.
Gadsden ISD academic services presented a proposal on Jan. 23 to change the high-school mathematics sequence for incoming freshmen and outlined how SAT math proficiency is reported.
Helen Duran, math specialist for the district, told the board that because the SAT is largely focused on algebraic content, the district proposes a freshman-year Geometry course followed by Algebra I and Algebra II so students would have two consecutive years of algebraic preparation immediately before taking…
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