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Byram Hills math chairs report on alignment, delayed acceleration and larger BC Calculus cohort
Summary
Math department chairs described a year focused on 'cohesion' across grades 6–12, common assessments and pacing, a strategy to delay early acceleration while strengthening foundations, and what they called the largest BC Calculus cohort in recent years.
Byram Hills math department leaders told the board on Oct. 14 that a sustained push for vertical cohesion, common assessments and paced curriculum is intended to broaden access to advanced courses while strengthening foundational skills.
Lisa, the district's math chair, said the department's 6–12 lens for the year is "cohesion." She described techniques borrowed from international practice ("Japanese note taking") to plan lessons, anticipate misconceptions and align…
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