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Mathematics - High School

Last Updated on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at 5:01 AM

This page contains information about the Program of Studies for High School and high school graduation requirements, as well as the Core Content for Assessment at the 11th grade level.  Additional resources available include standards-based units and lessons, professional development opportunities and professional organizations, the Thinfinity portal and its alignment to Kentucky standards, several KDE-produced resources for mathematics instruction, and information about mathematics instructional resources adoption for 2008-2009.  Several other areas are also referenced on the page.

 

Combined Curriculum Document

Core Content for Assessment, version 4.1

Program of Studies for Kentucky Schools

 

 

Committee for Mathematics Achievement

The Committee for Mathematics Achievement was established for the purposes of developing a multifaceted strategic plan to improve student achievement in mathematics at all levels of schooling, prekindergarten through postsecondary and adult.

 

Kentucky Center for Mathematics

Kentucky Center for Mathematics (KCM) was established to make available professional development for teachers in reliable, research-based diagnostic assessment and intervention strategies, coaching and mentoring models, and other programs in mathematics. KCM supports diverse teacher and student populations across the Commonwealth by facilitating the development of mathematical proficiency, power for future success, and enjoyment of teaching and learning mathematics.

 

College Board Advanced Placement (AP)

 

National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) NMSI aims to scale-up two proven programs: training and incentive programs for AP® and pre-AP® courses and UTeach. The training and incentive programs include extensive training of teachers, identification and cultivation of lead teachers, additional time on task for students, and financial incentives based on academic results. UTeach is a program that encourages math and science majors to enter the teaching profession by offering an integrated degree plan, financial assistance, and early teaching experiences for undergraduates.

 

AP Central This page contains the latest information about the AP Program, courses, and exams.

 

Kentucky Virtual High School

Kentucky Virtual High School is a statewide educational service delivering high school courses and online learning opportunity to Kentuckians.

 

High School Graduation Requirements

On February 1, 2006, the Kentucky Board of Education approved the amendment to 704 KAR 3:305. Minimum requirements for high school graduation.

           

Teaching Tools
Welcome to Teaching Tools! We've designed Teaching Tools to provide teachers, schools and districts with a Web-based community of learning. This is where you can share standards-based resources as you strive to move your students to proficiency and beyond.

Mathematics Textbook/Instructional Resources
2009 - 2015 Adoption Group Mathematics
2003 - 2009 Adoption Group Mathematics

The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) Program was established in 1983 by The White House and is sponsored by the National Science Foundation (NSF). The program identifies outstanding mathematics and science teachers, kindergarten through 12th grade, in each state and the four U.S. jurisdictions. These teachers will serve as models for their colleagues and will be leaders in the improvement of science and mathematics education.

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High School Mathematics Alliances
These alliances are to be professional learning communities involving all partners in the ongoing study of important conceptual and pedagogical issues facing high school mathematics teachers in the areas of algebra, geometry and integrated mathematics. Content and pedagogy should be at the forefront, with alliances focusing on:- developing, implementing and revising ... More


 

Kentucky's Mathematics and Science Partnership Program
The Mathematics and Science Partnership (MSP) program is intended to increase the academic achievement of students in mathematics and science by enhancing the content knowledge and teaching skills of classroom teachers. Partnerships between high-need school districts and the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) faculty in institutions of higher education are ... More


 

Mathematics Assessment
Kentucky's educational reforms are based upon the principle that schools must be held accountable for the progress of their students. Frequent, meaningful testing is required to assess the extent of student progress toward proficiency; accurate, understandable reporting is required so that all stakeholders in Kentucky education have the data needed for ... More


 

Mathematics Coaches and Mentors High School
The Kentucky Center for Mathematics, located at Northern Kentucky University, has launched its website and announced summer institutes for mathematics coaches and mentors. For information click here:  http://www.kentuckymathematics.org/coaching/coaching.html


 

Mathematics Instructional Resources
This page contains helpful teaching resources and useful links to enhance the teaching of mathematics.


 

Mathematics Professional Development
This page contains resources and opportunities that are helpful in learning about and carrying out professional development in the area of mathematics.


For more information contact:

Sandra Barnett
500 Mero Street, 18th Floor CPT
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 564-2106
Sandra.Barnett@education.ky.gov