Mathematics Department
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Our Mission
The mission of the Knox County Mathematics Department is to provide vision, leadership, and instruction so that all students will develop their mathematical potential to function successfully in a global society.
The Knox County Mathematics Department incorporates Tennessee State Standards and math practices that provide clarity and specificity to stress conceptual understanding of key ideas. The sequence of topics was developed through researched-based learning progressions. The knowledge and skills students need to be prepared for mathematics in college, career, and life are woven throughout our mathematics curriculum.
Math Resources for Parents
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Knox County Mathematics YouTube Channel
Strategy videos for parents to support students at home.
How to Add the Math Support Page to Your Family Portal on Aspen
Grade-specific resources are also listed on each grade band and grade-level page.
Back to School for Families (NCTM 2020)
Teaching and Learning Mathematics Resources from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)
Parent Guide to Being TNReady
NCTM Math Resources for Parents
Tips from NCTM to Engage Parents & Families in their Child's Learning of Mathematics
Tipsheet: Everyday Ways a Parent Can Help with Math
ACT Test Prep
Why it Works: Understanding the Math Behind the "Tricks"
Elementary Math Resources for Parents
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Understanding Ready Math
Mathematics in the Early Grades
Developing Mathematical Skills in Upper Elementary Grades
More resources and informational videos are available on the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) website.
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Helpful Links
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Vocabulary Cards by Grade
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Spanish, French, Chinese Vocabulary Cards for Grades 1-6
Select the "Dual Immersion Cards" Tab to select multiple languages.
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Math TV
This site includes video explanations of math skills by topic. Many videos are also offered in Spanish.
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sophia.org
This site allows you to search for a specific standard, watch a short video, and take a quiz. -
Khan Academy
This site offers brief tutorials on a wide range of topics.
Announcements
Mathematics
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Gary Petko
Mathematics SupervisorAndrew Johnson Building(865) 594-1736 Office
Mathematics Specialist
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Anne StinnettMathematics SpecialistAndrew Johnson Building10th Floor(865) 594-1736
Math Support Staff
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Dustin DeArmond
Elementary Math Facilitatordustin.dearmond@knoxschools.org
Kelly Dugger
Elementary Math FacilitatorSusan Feliu
Elementary Math FacilitatorShayna Holmes
Elementary Math FacilitatorMeredith Whaley
Elementary Math Facilitatormeredith.whaley@knoxschools.org