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The district finally bowed to the pressure and agreed to form the task force we demanded. Amherst leadership ignored us for far too long but they could not dodge this level of public scrutiny forever. We won this round so now we make sure they actually follow through on their …

February 17, 2011

Petition to Improve Amherst's Approach to Math

Petition to Improve Amherst's Approach to Math

🏆 Won — 99 supporters Verified

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Started by Anonymous 15 years, 10 months ago
First, I want to make it clear that I am happy with many aspects of the Amherst Central School District. However, I have concerns about the math program currently in use at Smallwood Drive School and Windermere Boulevard School. I believe that this program is resulting in my child not reaching their potential in this important field. Unfortunately, I may not have the time to go to board meetings, PTA meetings or meetings with you to discuss at length the district's plans to make corrections. Please recognize that I am concerned about the current math curriculum. While I may not know exactly what to change or how to change it, I urge you to consider the fact that I do believe that SOMETHING needs to change. I support the creation of a task force comprising at least 4 concerned parents and an equal number of district representatives to thoroughly evaluate the existing and alternative math programs. This committee should strive to ensure that all of the district’s children receive the best possible math education. Please contact Barbara at 839-5215 or Larry at 803-1966 for more information.

Updates

January 18, 2011

The school board is still hiding behind silence while our children fall behind because of this broken curriculum. They think they can wait us out but we are not going anywhere until they stop dodging the demand for an independent task force.

January 18, 2011

The district leadership can no longer pretend this math curriculum is acceptable when so many of us are demanding an immediate review. We have officially forced their hand and they will be compelled to acknowledge the failings of this program.

6 Comments

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Kevin Taylor
15 years ago Featured

Finally someone said it. My wife and I have been saying this for months.

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Sarah Perez
15 years ago Featured

It is just way to confusing for the kids. Please listen to the parents!!

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David Gordon
15 years ago Featured

Math was always my favorite subject but watching my daughter cry over these packets is heartbreaking. Something has to give.

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Jennifer Russell
15 years ago Featured

100% agree. The curriculum is a mess right now and the kids are the ones paying the price.

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Michelle Fletcher
15 years ago Featured

My son is struggling so much with the current homework. It makes no sense to him or us at home. We need a change.

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Mark Rogers
15 years ago Featured

We need to go back to basics. This new way of teaching is setting them up to fail.