Comments on: CDE

By: Lew Romagnano

Lew Romagnano — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 13:48:19 +0000

This is a strong document. I have just a couple of things to add to the tholughtful comments posted already. First, I’m wondering if the bullet under “knowledge and understanding of…” that reads

• Mathematics instruction and mathematics leadership

and the bullet that reads

• Instructional practices that support mathematics learning from pre-school through higher education

are somewhat redundant. Perhaps the first bullet could just say

• Mathematics leadership.

Second, in response to Janice’s post, maybe the third bullet can be reworded as follows:

• The full range of mathematics curriculum materials

My last comment is a small one. I think we should use “mathematics” rather than “math.” Both words appear in the document.

Thanks again for all your hard work.

By: Elaine Shea

Elaine Shea — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 21:02:08 +0000

I think the main points are accurate and will provide math leaders with a highly qualified liason at CDE. How large or small is the group of candidates who might be qualified to meet the broad skills and experience described in the draft for this position? As a native, I think it is important to find someone who understands Colorado’s education system quite well to be effective with those of us on the front lines of instruction in the P-20 classrooms and schools/colleges.

By: Kate Canine

Kate Canine — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 15:41:31 +0000

Thank you to the group for all this work. The documents look great.

By: Kathy Dyer

Kathy Dyer — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 04:28:59 +0000

My suggestions already appear. Thanks so much for wonderful words to support math for learners in Colorado!

By: Jim Hogan

Jim Hogan — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 20:32:42 +0000

I agree with that idea of adding G/T and ELA to that fourth bullet under duties.
I think it’s a great document.

By: amy scheff

amy scheff — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 22:33:56 +0000

You guys are amaing! Thanks for all of your hard work!

I agree with Janice and CIndy that these other “sub-groups” should be added.

Under the duties section, the last bullet may be confusing to understand I think I know what is meant since was at the original meeting but I am not sure that those not in attendance will. Does this mean that they will advocate for district level and other math specialists?

I also wonder if there should be some knowledge of various learning frameworks (or continuum) as in the focus of the Regis class Glenn organized the summer before last. I would love that but not sure if it asking too much!

Again, amazing work! Thanks!!!

By: gale mills

gale mills — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:47:20 +0000

I like it. Very well done.

By: Rachael Risley

Rachael Risley — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:39:12 +0000

The document looks great. Thanks

By: cindy andrews

cindy andrews — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 17:59:02 +0000

Excellent work. One suggestion on bullet #4 that identifies Title 1 and Special Ed – I would like to see it reflect any student with unique needs including Gifted, ESL, as well as struggling students.

By: Debbie Snemyr

Debbie Snemyr — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 17:08:22 +0000

The vision and job description look great! Thank you for all the hard work and effort that went into this most important and valuable project! I am pleased that we have a voice and that we have been well represented!