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[quote=Anonymous]We have been begging our admin to decompartmentalize classes with switching for math/science and ELA/SS but they will not think outside of the box and even consider this idea.

As a current teacher, I am 100% in favor of switching. Not only are some people better at specifically teaching math or reading, it would also teachers to truly master the core content/curriculum. With the newish curriculum and constant emails (new science lessons, new reconciliation SS lessons, etc.), it has started feeling like I am a “Jack of all trades, master of none.” So many teachers are overwhelmed with the demands of teaching and are leaving the profession, and I believe that reducing the demands of planning for multiple subjects would help with burnout. I’ve been a science of reading advocate for the past ten years (glad MCPS is finally getting on board) and would LOVE to focus on the process of reading and writing (and SS, which currently is in the back burner). There are other teachers at my school that are truly gifted at teaching math in a way the kids get it (esp with Eureka). Would love to see this implemented at the 2nd or 3rd grade level but would be happy if it was considered for 4th and 5th.[/quote]

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