This past spring led to a sudden and mass experiment in homeschooling. For many parents, it was an unwelcome reminder that much of their math once learned had long been forgotten. You might have found yourself reviewing countless videos on Khan Academy or YouTube to help your child with homework or prepare for an upcoming test. Some of you might have just given up, and that’s okay too. A top STEAM company recently surveyed parents on which subjects they felt the least prepared to help with, and math topped the list.
Math skills are required more now than ever, and this summer’s stats are not looking promising. According to the Northwest Evaluation Association, students could be losing 50 percent of math skills due to school closures; a typical summer is around 20 percent loss. We need to get students past the “I can’t” and get them to “I can.”
COVID-19 is not going anywhere soon, and the start of school is just around the corner. Whether your child’s day will be spent in a classroom or in front of a computer e-learning, it is our job as parents and educators to make sure these critical math skills are not lost in the disruption of our new way of learning.
At Mathnasium, our specially trained instructors will help your child understand math in an individual setting. If your child is behind, or already ahead in math, our in-center program or online @home program fosters a caring, encouraging environment to help your child thrive and learn!
Contact us today for a comprehensive skills assessment — With live face-to-face instruction and custom-built learning plans, we’ll get your child back on track and soaring ahead. We are here to help your child succeed!
