Mathscape and Everyday Math were implemented district wide in
2004 (in Stratham in 2000).  They represent curricula based on
literacy in math, not mastery in any specific math subject area: The
term used is "Numeracy".  Mathscapes and Everyday Math
represent a chef salad approach to math, not a consistent step by
step methodical mastery of math subjects (i.e. pre-algebra, algebra I,
algebra II, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, etc).  The Mathscape
program continues to be challenged in several states including New
York, California, and Texas, to name a few.  The Co-op Board and
SAU Administration have not presented any aggregated data to the
community about the success or challenges this program has
created.  Recent NWEA test scores indicate this curriculum is not
serving our children well.  But the administration and board fail to
take any action.  Why?
HOLD website:  Honest Open Logical Debate on Mathematics Education Reform
This website is devoted to tips for parents as well as research and debate on multiple types of math curriculum in
the state of NY.  
Mathematically Correct
A website designed by concerned parents and scientists over the NEW NEW MATH
NYU website reviews of Everyday Math
Multiple links around the country with objective critical reviews of this curriculum:  the loss of basic skills for
the sake of "cooperative learning".
Focus on Math
Focus on Math
National Alliance of State Science and Mathematics Coalitions
Quick read supporting stronger curricula and teachers

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Math Education:  An Inconvenient Truth
This video is hosted by a Seattle TV meteorologist.  She explains Everyday Math to parents in an
understandable fashion.  It's about 15 minutes long, but worth your time.  It should scare you, too.

Math Education:  A University View
This video is hosted by a University of Washington professor.  It explains the problems with
incoming college freshman as victims of "reform" math.  About 12 minutes of worthwhile video.
All new videos on YouTube

Amherst, NH changes its math curriculum
A brief summary of the philosophy behind this community's decision to dramatically overhaul its math
curriculum (link to the SAU 39 website)

Amherst, NH math curriculum links
Lead page with additional links detailing all facets of Amherst's new math program (link to the SAU39
website)
"A mile wide and an inch deep"
 -- Dr. William Schmidt, lead researcher of the 1999 Third International Math and Science Study,
   speaking of the "reform" math curricula predominantly used in the US in recent years (including SAU 16)