TASM Information on Mathematics

Legislation

Goal: To assist TASM members in staying aware of current legislative issues concerning

mathematics education.

SB 3•Reduce math from 4 credits to 3 credits• STEM and Distinquished

Achievement endorsements require a 4th math credit

•4th math credit does not have to be after Algebra 2•Repeals Algebra 2 satisfactory performance requirement on the EoC for graduation and college entrance• Preserves the cumulative score for

graduation (do not have to pass Algebra 2 to graduate)

SB 225

•3 math credits required for graduationo Algebra 1, Geometry are

required courseso Algebra 2 or a substitute from

approved list•1 EoC required for graduationo Algebra 1

HB 85

•No graduation requirements addressed•District will be able to choose how/if to use EoC scores for Algebra 1 EoC (eliminates state mandate of 15% of final grade).•Eliminates Geometry and Algebra 2 EoCs

HB 640

•Reduce the number of EoCs from 15 to 3.o Algebra Io English IIIo Writing III

•Prohibits the use of student performance on EoC for class rankings

Instructional Materials

 •Need better funding for schools. Texas ranks 49th in US for dollars allotted per student.•SBOE discussed the review process of instructional materials including CSCOPE.

Considerations •If EoCs are eliminated, will rigor in courses be affected?•How will changes affect students in the current “pipeline”?•How will funding affect student achievement, national perceptions, even implementation of revised TEKS?

Suggested Resources•App: Texlege gives information about the current legislative session.•Go to STAT website and use their legislative link: http://statweb.org/legislative •Find the current legislative information at the Texas Legislative site: www.legis.state.tx.us •TASA has a capitol link: www.tasanet.org/capitol-watch

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What are the possible implications of these talking points with your students and teachers?