Mathematics
The Content Co-Op (formerly the Math/Science Cooperative) and the Texas Math Academies Pilot provide a comprehensive menu of services that enhance the ability of teachers and campuses to teach the Mathematics Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Specialists deliver professional development that spotlights high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) and research-based strategies designed to develop rigor and competence in all mathematical concepts.
Services
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Targeted support for districts implementing or refining High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM).
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Assistance with House Bill (HB) 2 mandate compliance for K-3 math instruction.
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Support for teachers in internalizing and adapting adopted math curriculum to meet student needs.
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Guidance on resource alignment to maintain instructional coherence and rigor.
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Specialized STAAR-tested subject workshops for Elementary Math, Middle School Math, and Algebra I.
Technical Assistance
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Customizable campus visits including modeling, co-teaching, and observation/feedback cycles.
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On-site campus visits specifically for HQIM support and implementation.
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Live support and feedback from dedicated ESC-2 leaders.
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Unlimited email and phone support for cooperative members.
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Management of all logistics for Math Academy participants to ensure operational fidelity and compliance.
Sample Professional Development Opportunities
- Texas Math Academies Pilot (Modules 1-5): Grounding in the Science of Learning for Mathematics.
- Internalization vs. Planning: Supporting teachers in adapting high-quality math materials.
- Pacing & Rigor: Managing math scope and sequence while maintaining instructional integrity and rigor.
- Student Discourse & "Enough Thinking": Building Thinking Classrooms and Eduprotocols for math.
- Elementary Math (Grades 3-5): Deep dive into high-priority readiness standards and operational problem-solving.
- Middle School Math (Grades 6-8): Strategies for bridging arithmetic to algebraic reasoning.
- High School Math (Grades 9-12 & Beyond): Targeted support for high school mathematics coursework, TSIA2 support, and college level offerings.
- STAAR Studded Intensive: Subject-specific workshops to focus on STAAR review and instructional strategies.
