Number sense is a foundational mathematical skill developed during elementary school years. It involves a deep understanding of numbers, their relationships, and their magnitude. Students with strong number sense can flexibly manipulate numbers, estimate quantities, and solve problems mentally. By exploring patterns, making connections between mathematical operations, and grasping the concept of place value, elementary students build a solid numerical foundation that supports their future mathematical learning and problem-solving abilities.
“Procedural fluency is an essential component of equitable teaching and is necessary to developing mathematical proficiency and mathematical agency. Each and every student must have access to teaching that connects concepts to procedures, explicitly develops a reasonable repertoire of strategies and algorithms, provides substantial opportunities for students to learn to choose from among the strategies and algorithms in their repertoire, and implements assessment practices that attend to all components of fluency.”
-National Council for Teachers of Mathematics
Read the full position paper here
Ashley Lennox
Elementary Math & Social Studies Specialist
Email:
ashley.lennox
9361 S. 300 East
Sandy, Utah 84070
801-826-5000
communications@canyonsdistrict.org
If a movie about super teachers were ever made, Lucie Chamberlain would be a prime candidate for a leading role. Fortunately for her kindergarten students at Alta View Elementary, she already thrives in a supporting role for them. Parents thank her for being a “super teacher.” She is also described as an “amazing colleague.” Whether students need help in the classroom or from home while sick, Lucie goes above and beyond to help them learn, overcome fears, and feel important and cared for. Lucie is the reason a number of kids went from hating school to loving it, according to parents. The way she exudes patience, sweetness, positive energy, and love for her students with special needs melts is appreciated and admired. One parent noted: “Both my kids wish she could be their teacher forever.” Another added: “She treats every student like their learning and their feelings are her priority.” Super teacher, indeed!
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