Do The Math!
AJ Blackston & Associates, LLC
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Dear Associates,
As summer approaches, students are looking forward to a well-deserved break from schoolwork. While taking a break is important for mental health and rejuvenation, it's also essential to continue practicing math skills during the summer. Why, may you ask? The answer is simple: maintaining math skills over the summer can lead to significant academic and career benefits.
Studies conducted by prestigious institutions such as Harvard, Stanford, and the University of Chicago, have shown that students who practice math skills over the summer perform better academically in the following school year. Research conducted by the Harvard Graduate School of Education found that students who did not engage in math activities over the summer experienced a 2.6-month loss in mathematical skills. In contrast, students who practiced math over the summer had higher achievement scores in math in the following school year.
The University of Chicago's Consortium on School Research found that summer learning loss disproportionately affects low-income students. These students lose an average of two months of reading and math skills over the summer, while their higher-income peers make gains in these areas. The impact of this learning loss can be particularly detrimental, as students from low-income families are already at a disadvantage when it comes to educational opportunities.
Continuing to practice math skills during the summer can also increase the likelihood of being admitted to Ivy League colleges. According to data from the National Center for Education Statistics, Ivy League colleges are more likely to admit students who have taken advanced math courses and performed well in them. The same data also shows that graduates from these prestigious universities earn higher incomes and wages than those who attended other colleges.
So, what are some ways to practice math skills over the summer? There are plenty of options, including online resources, summer camps, and tutoring services. Many schools offer summer math programs, and local libraries often have resources and programs for students. It's also important to incorporate math skills into everyday activities, such as grocery shopping, cooking, and managing home finances.
In conclusion, practicing math skills over the summer can have significant academic and career benefits. Research has shown that it can improve academic performance, reduce summer learning loss, and increase the likelihood of being admitted to the Ivy League. So, don't let your children’s math skills slip over the summer break. Take advantage of AJ Blackston & Associates, LLC Educational Products offered through Teachers Pay Teachers and assist your kids in continuing to learn and grow.
Sincerely,
AJ Blackston
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