Stepping Up to Algebra
An Effective Practice
Description
"Stepping Up to Algebra" is a four-week summer program aimed at improving middle-school math achievement. The classes are designed to faciliate problem-solving in small groups, and using hands-on approaches to engage students in learning algebraic concepts. The program is part of the Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) initiative launched by the Silicon Valley Educational Foundation. This foundation works to establish public-private parternships between Silicon Valley businesses and Santa Clara County public schools. The partnerships provide business resources and expertise to teachers and students in grades pre-K to 12.
Goal / Mission
The program is designed to teach students the skills and knowledge required to complete Algebra I by the end of the eighth grade.
Results / Accomplishments
Students taking part in the Stepping Up To Algebra (SUTA) summer program of 2008 achieved a 20% performance gain over the four weeks.
About this Promising Practice
Organization(s)
Silicon Valley Educational Foundation
Primary Contact
1400 Parkmoor Ave., Suite 200
San Jose, CA 95126
408-790-9400
Info@SVEFoundation.org
http://svefoundation.org/svefoundation/index.php
San Jose, CA 95126
408-790-9400
Info@SVEFoundation.org
http://svefoundation.org/svefoundation/index.php
Topics
Education / Student Performance K-12
Organization(s)
Silicon Valley Educational Foundation
Date of implementation
2008
Geographic Type
Urban
Location
Santa Clara
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Target Audience
Children, Teens