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This Pi Day, Let’s Look at Geometry from All Angles

Every year, on March 14, students, teachers and schools develop a sudden, short-lived interest in geometry. Some classes prepare by following along with the Pi Day countdown. Actual pies are made....

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When Everything Ain’t Enough

Why are the most privileged parents the ones who feel the most aggrieved by everyone and everything? Adrian Mims is the definition of success: A first-generation college graduate and a Black man who...

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Helping Middle Schools Climb the Math Wall

Middle school math achievement took a nosedive during the pandemic, but the root problems have existed far longer. Here’s a typical scenario—a student thrives in elementary math, enjoying...

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Denying Black Students Algebra Is Worse Than Florida’s AP African American Studies Snub

Anyone worried about Florida’s rejection of the College Board’s pilot AP African American studies course should also be worried about this: Across the country, one in four high schools serving mostly...

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Black History Should Be a Requirement in Math Curriculums

In the words of Clark Atlanta University professor Chike Akua, Black children are “victims of cultural identity theft. Someone has stolen their identity of excellence, intelligence and achievement...

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How To Set Your Brain on Fire (In a Good Way)

You may laugh, but I’m not afraid to admit I’ve been stumped by my third grader’s math homework. (Perhaps parents whose kids did Common Core can relate). This was almost a year ago, so forgive me for...

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