Parent Coffee - Math At Mount Daniel - March 19, 2025

Join FCCPS Pre-K-12 Math Coordinator Jen Fessenden and Math Specialist Larkin Epstein as they provide an informative overview of mathematics instruction at our school. This presentation covers the math workshop model used at Mount Daniel, weekly collaborative planning between specialists and teachers, and Virginia's new math standards that emphasize communication and reasoning skills.Learn about grade-level mathematics content for Kindergarten through 2nd grade, including how concepts build progressively through the years. The presenters explain how student progress is monitored through various assessments and outline the tiered support system that ensures all students receive appropriate instruction.The session concludes with valuable at-home resources for families, including the FCCPS Mathematics website, DreamBox learning program access, and recommended materials from the Virginia Department of Education.This informative session provides parents with insight into Mount Daniel's approach to mathematics education and how our IB curriculum fosters inquiry-based learning and strong mathematical foundations for all students.