At New Classrooms, our work is a team effort created by a group of talented, diverse individuals whose unique contributions add up to something greater. It’s grounded in the belief that learning is a lifelong pursuit, and it’s driven by an approach that brings the full force of our curiosity,
Mendota Junior High School School Will Expand Personalized Learning Math Program to Close Learning Gaps
May 23, 2018 – Mendota Junior High School (Mendota) will expand its partnership with New Classrooms this fall to ensure each student gets the math support he or she needs. This year, 92 of Mendota’s seventh grade students are receiving customized daily schedules, curriculum and learning experiences through
A Story of Perseverance
Last week, New Classrooms held its third annual Geek Out, a gathering of supporters and advocates for personalized learning. The evening event included a dynamic lineup of speakers, and we’re excited to share some of the highlights. Today’s post features remarks from a fifth-grade student in New Jersey
New Classrooms Selected to Join Epic’s Portfolio of Impactful Social Organizations
New Classrooms, a nonprofit known for redesigning the middle school math experience, was selected by Epic to be part of its portfolio of high-impact social organizations.
Epic is a global nonprofit startup which provides solutions to make giving the norm. Epic leverages impact and giving
Jamaal Bowman: Creating a More Serious and Focused Learning Culture
This week, New Classrooms held its third annual Geek Out, a gathering of supporters and advocates for personalized learning. The evening event included a dynamic lineup of speakers, and we’re excited to share some of the highlights. Today’s post features the prepared remarks from Jamaal Bowman, the founding
#ThankATeacher: Celebrating and Recognizing the Role of Teachers
[We’re excited to celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week. Check our Twitter and Facebook pages all week as the New Classrooms team shares thanks for the incredible role that teachers play in their students’ lives. Share your own gratitude by using #ThankATeacher.]
I remember how my fourth grade teacher, Mrs.
Recommended Reads: Curating a Responsible Learning Environment
Recommended Reads is a roundup of interesting news, articles, and insights curated by the team at New Classrooms.
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Report: Four Takeaways on Teacher Collaboration in America
Teacher collaboration means different things in different schools. Activities include informal classroom observations, co-teaching models, common planning around instruction and curriculum, and data-driven discussions. However it’s defined, the prevalence of these types of collaboration vary widely across the country, according to a recent report from the RAND Corporation. The
Meet the Geeks: Interview with Carrie Walsh
Marketer turned education leader Carrie Walsh is one of nine instructional coaches supporting Teach to One: Math partners across the country. While Carrie is currently based in Chicago, she supports the teacher training and development in a variety of regions from New Mexico to Chicago.
Mythbusters: Misconceptions About How Students Learn
[This article was written by Gabe DeAngelis and Brad Cameron from the Instructional Content and Progressions team at New Classrooms]
In our jobs at New Classrooms, we are constantly thinking about how to create and refine personalized paths to guide students through the mathematical landscape. This requires us