Zone1 San Francisco Removed Algebra From Middle School In the Name Of Equity. Guess What Happened?

[Winco]

Topic aroused my curiosity and I found this interesting.

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In a country where each state sets its own educational policies and practices, the United States epitomizes a variegated patchwork of high and low performance rates in the face of nationally-standardized testing. So, while other ‘Top Ten’ or ‘Best and Worst’ lists may serve the supercilious aesthetic of an already-divided nation on the front of mathematics education and achievement, it might be worthwhile to take a closer look at what factors are actually populating these honor rolls.

A score of 521 represents the current benchmark for college readiness in Mathematics on the SATs. Below are the top highest and lowest-performing states based on this mean score.

In 2022, Wisconsin topped the list for students with the highest average SAT scores in Mathematics.

Although Wisconsin lands in first place for the highest SAT Math score at 629 points—108 points higher than the nation’s average—it also had one of the nation’s lowest number of test takers. In 2022, only 2% of Wisconsin’s high school seniors participated in the SATs.

mississippi is one that amazes me since everyone says theyre the dumb people,,

Take a deeper Look.

 

[Winco]

mississippi is one that amazes me since everyone says theyre the dumb people,,

Here is a closer look.
1% of HS Seniors in MS took the SAT.

 

[progressive hunter]

Here is a closer look.
1% of HS Seniors in MS took the SAT.

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all thats telling me is how many people took a test,,

 

[AMart]

This is what San Francisco voted for. I don't see the issue.

No eliminating algebra wasn't on a ballot to vote on.

 

[AMart]

Here is a closer look.
1% of HS Seniors in MS took the SAT.

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In the states where SAT is single digits they take the ACT retard.

 

[hadit]

The main purpose for algebra is to identify students who will go on to courses and/or careers that require advanced math. Probably less than 1 in 1000 students. It is good to stretch your mind, however. My teacher told us that if we remember nothing else to remember how to calculate ratios. He was right.

Algebra teaches a logical approach to solving problems that is valuable in many areas of life.

 

[Winco]

all thats telling me is how many people took a test,,

Do you deny or believe that the 1% of the MS students that took the SAT test were the TOP performing students in MS.

They (The State of MS) scored high because ONLY the Highest Achieving Students took the Test.

 

[Winco]

In the states where SAT is single digits they take the ACT retard.

I never suggested otherwise.

 

[progressive hunter]

Do you deny or believe that the 1% of the MS students that took the SAT test were the TOP performing students in MS.

They (The State of MS) scored high because ONLY the Highest Achieving Students took the Test.

did they??

 

[Winco]

did they??

SO you believe it was just a random 1% sample?

Good to know.

 

[progressive hunter]

SO you believe it was just a random 1% sample?

Good to know.

I dont know that the two examples are connected,,

and its off topic anyway,,

 

[Rawley]

Didn't they?

Rather sad commentary on the state of America if they did.

 

[iamwhatiseem]

This is what San Francisco voted for. I don't see the issue.

 

[TheParser]

1. The word "racist" is seldom used correctly.

2. But those "liberal" school boards that have removed algebra from some schools are pursing genuinely racist policies.

3. The boards are saying that certain ethnicities are too stupid to possibly understand math.

 

[Dont Taz Me Bro]

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How, exactly?

 

[Nobody911]

This is the expected result. When you lower standards, you naturally get lesser performance. The converse is also true.

Schoolchildren in other localities can take Algebra in middle school, but not in woke San Francsico, where it appears the goal is for everyone to fail together, in the name of "equity."

This failed experiment demonstrates what happens everywhere when standards are lowered, right up to the office of Vice President of the United States.

You don't make the world more equitable by holding back the kids with superior intellect. That's not equity; it's perversion.

Why SF supes are weighing in on school curriculum

Supervisor Walton said a math ballot measure is "misleading voters."

www.sfexaminer.com

San Francisco did not remove algebra from middle school. However, there have been discussions and changes to the district's math curriculum in recent years. In 2014, San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) implemented a new math sequence called the "Common Core State Standards" for middle school students. This sequence delayed the introduction of algebra to high school, allowing for a more gradual progression of math concepts and skills.

The goal of this change was to provide a solid foundation in fundamental math skills and conceptual understanding before the introduction of more advanced topics like algebra. The new sequence also aimed to address achievement gaps and provide more equitable access to math education for all students.

The change in the math curriculum received mixed reactions. Supporters argued that it allowed students to develop a deeper understanding of foundational math before moving on to more complex topics. Critics claimed that delaying algebra could limit opportunities for advanced math learning and negatively impact students' college readiness.

While algebra was initially delayed in SFUSD's middle schools, it is still a part of the overall curriculum, typically introduced in high school.

Math Wars in CA are not over yet. Gee...I kinda like the series now! lol.

Sources:
1. San Francisco math curriculum changes are a mixed bag - CalMatters – Controversial math guidelines have had mixed results at San Francisco Unified

2. California Math Wars: San Francisco Pol Wants 8th-Grade Algebra on the Ballot – California Math Wars: San Francisco Politician Wants 8th-Grade Algebra on the Ballot

 

[Unkotare]

Algebra is an "advanced topic"?

 

[LuckyDuck]

Well, of course, Black kids got even dumber!


This is the expected result. When you lower standards, you naturally get lesser performance. The converse is also true.

Schoolchildren in other localities can take Algebra in middle school, but not in woke San Francsico, where it appears the goal is for everyone to fail together, in the name of "equity."

This failed experiment demonstrates what happens everywhere when standards are lowered, right up to the office of Vice President of the United States.

You don't make the world more equitable by holding back the kids with superior intellect. That's not equity; it's perversion.

Why SF supes are weighing in on school curriculum

Supervisor Walton said a math ballot measure is "misleading voters."

www.sfexaminer.com

The purpose of lowering standards is a Marxist tactic to get the less educated masses to be gullible enough to fall for their political rhetoric. A poorly educated individual is far more likely to simply fall in line with the more educated influencers, thus why Marxists have also infiltrated the halls of higher education and have been indoctrinating those entering into colleges and universities to create the influencers to the less educated.

 

[Jim H - VA USA]

Who voted for the school board?


No problem

Board of Education | SFUSD

The Board of Education consists of seven elected commissioners. The Board of Education is responsible for establishing educational goals and standards; approving curriculum; setting the district budget, which is independent of the city's budget; confirming appointment of all personnel; and...

www.sfusd.edu

Of course the school board was elected. (Your link was not so relevant.)

Notice that the OP link is about the parents' initiative to override the school board with a referendum. Algebra was removed ten years ago, and parents are fed up.

Regards,
Jim

 

[Jim H - VA USA]

Not teaching Algebra in middle school is child abuse?

Kind of. Abuse is a synonym for delinquency.