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Monroe High shifts math sequence back to traditional Algebra I → Geometry → Algebra II
Summary
District leaders said they are phasing in a traditional math pathway at the high school (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II) and will monitor the impact on 10th‑grade math outcomes, noting prior declines prompted the curricular change.
District staff told trustees that a curricular change at the high school—moving from an integrated math sequence back to a traditional pathway—has been adopted in a phased manner and will be monitored for student outcomes. "We switched to a traditional path where they will take algebra 1, geometry, and then algebra 2," Andrea said, adding the district is using the Envision program and expects full implementation next year.
Board members noted 10th‑grade math proficiency has declined and welcomed the change; staff said teachers are working with consultants and that the program's impact will be tracked using upcoming assessment cycles. The district emphasized the change was made to address persistent declines and will be phased to avoid placing students into courses for which they lack prerequisites.
