Middle School Mathematics Specialists Task Force

In March 2008, the Virginia Mathematics & Science Coalition formed the Middle School Mathematics Specialists Task Force and charged it with the following tasks:

■ Define the role and responsibilities of Middle School Mathematics Specialists.

■ Identify the knowledge and competencies needed for a Middle School Mathematics Specialists to be successful.

■ Describe what the preparation of Middle School Mathematics Specialists should involve, including work with principals, supervisors and other instructional staff.

■ Explain how the role of a Middle School Mathematics Specialists can compliment and enhance the organizational structure of a school and a school division.

■ Describe ways to sustain a successful Middle School Mathematics Specialists program.

The Taskforce was chaired by Vandi Hodges and Joy Whitenack.

Task Force Report, April 2009

Algebra Subcommittee Report

Geometry Subcommittee Report

Leadership Subcommittee Report

Number Sense and Rational Subcommittee Report

Probability & Statistics Subcommittee Report

The report of the Taskforce was completed and accepted by the Virginia Mathematics & Science Coalition in June 2009.