Resources for Parents

Welcome, parents and families, to the mathematics parent site! For your convenience, Denver Public Schools Department of Mathematics and Science has posted information useful to you. See links to the right for in-depth explanations of these tools.

People to Contact

• Your child’s teacher: It is vital to first establish a conversation with your child's teacher. She or he is the person who best understands your child and his or her progress.
• The principal: If your concerns remain unanswered, contact the principal.
• Math curriculum coordinators: For questions, comments, and/or concerns regarding curriculum, contact math curriculum coordinators.

Interesting and Helpful Web Sites

• A+ Math (kindergarten–grade 8)—Games for kids and practice skills
• AAA Math (kindergarten–grade 8)—Games and practice
• Aunty Math (kindergarten–grade 5)—For a regular math challenge
• Dositey.com (kindergarten–grade 8)—Free programs for students
• Everyday Mathematics Success—Describes Everyday Mathematics, its successes, philosopy, and research that supports the program
• FunBrain.com (kindergarten–grade 9)—From Family Education Network, this site features many great mathematics games, including the all-American favorite, Multiplication Baseball!
• KidsKonnect.com (kindergarten–grade 8)—Mathematics sites
• Math League and Math Counts (grades 4–12)—Mathematics contest information
• National Library of Virtual Manipulatives (kindergarten–grade 12)

Frequently Asked Questions

• Elementary Mathematics Frequently Asked Questions