Recognizing the fundamental importance of mathematics in students’ educations and future careers, the Georgia Department of Education is recognizing schools with exceptional achievement or growth in mathematics as Math Leaders.
Schools were recognized for achievement or growth in the percentage of students scoring at the Proficient Learner level or above in mathematics. The criteria for the 2023-2024 Math Leader Awards recognize the crucial importance of numeracy skills in 5th and 8th grades, and require higher growth from schools with lower achievement levels.
Awards were given at the elementary and middle-school levels, and at the high-school level based on the Algebra: Concepts and Connections EOC, which is the state test for mathematics in high school.
At the elementary level, Crabapple Lane and Kedron were honored for 5th Grade Gateway Growth.
At the middle school level, Rising Starr and Whitewater Middle were honored for High School Achievement. Flat Rock was honored for High School Achievement and High School Growth. JC Booth was honored for 8th Grade Gateway Growth and High School Outstanding Achievement.
At the high school level, Fayette County High, McIntosh, Starr’s Mill, and Whitewater were honored for High School Growth.
A total of 624 schools met the qualifications to be recognized as Math Leaders.
“Congratulations to our first-ever Math Leader schools!” State School Superintendent Richard Woods said. “The skill of numeracy is an essential one, both as students progress through their K-12 education and in their futures. These schools and their educators, students, families, and communities have worked hard to implement the new K-12 Mathematics Standards and prepare all students for life. I commend them on their outstanding work.”
Math Leader qualifications are based on students achieving the Proficient Learner level or above on the Georgia Milestones mathematics assessments.
Posted 11/11/2024
