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Lake Stevens educators propose 'Agile Mind' Intensified Algebra pilot for ninth-graders
Summary
District principals presented an Agile Mind Intensified Algebra I proposal aimed at students with prior math gaps; presenters reported that 33 of 40 students in two blocked classes passed semester 1 and cited gains in belonging and self-efficacy; the proposal drew questions about implementation and no vote was taken.
District leaders presented a proposal to adopt the Agile Mind Intensified Algebra I program as a targeted intervention for ninth-grade students who entered high school with gaps in prior mathematics coursework.
Principal James Sellers introduced the program and said the goal is to reduce the number of ninth-graders needing additional support by combining a rigorous mathematics core with greater attention to social, strategic and metacognitive learning.
Assistant Principal Raphil Hasegawa described the program’s design: "Central…
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