Unbelievably, 64% of NJ 6th graders are below grade level in math. As a result, too many recent graduates start college unprepared: 49% of them need to pay for remedial classes. But pointing fingers won’t solve the problem — coming together will.
Here are three voices of those who see the challenges firsthand: a district director of curriculum, a dedicated principal, and a passionate parent leader. While they all started as classroom teachers in unique settings, they share one common belief: together, we can fix it.
By raising awareness and tackling these challenges head on, we can improve students’ academic and life outcomes.
