The Math Department talked about centering our work in the math program on both the mission statement and the diversity statement; holding the tension between “regular” math and critical math, teaching math as a mirror and a window, and teaching the kids so they can “play the game and change the game”. Here’s a pdf of the Jamboard that we shared for the meeting.

For next time, members of the math department will make a small material change to the structure of their class that addresses equity. It could be a routine of looking at a graph or data to start class (thanks Michelle!). It could be an election night assignment. It could be a project or a journal on math history for kids to work on.

We will endeavor to keep it simple, understanding that this is a “draft” change that will develop further with one another’s support. No reason to do this challenging and long work alone.