Using Technology to Support Math Instruction to Support Students with and without Learning Disabilities at Pershing West Middle School

Pershing West’s History In an effort to make a positive impact in the history of Chicago’s educational change movement, a group of concerned individuals used past experience, knowledge and expertise to create a school unlike the typical offerings of the time. The result, Pershing West Middle School, commits to nurture an atmosphere of leadership for students, faculty and staff and parents. In 2005, Pershing West opened its doors to accept students in grades four through eight. With a starting population of 233, Pershing West began establishing itself as a viable educational option for parents looking for opportunity. Since that time, the school has grown consistently and keeps a waiting list of families eager to grasp the “monarch spirit.”

Founding Faculty and Staff

This We Know High Quality Instruction + Attendance + Homework + Studying + Parent Involvement = Academic Achievement Currently at least 15 students on track not to graduate (despite early identification and tracking, tutoring opportunities, individual meetings with parents and group parent meetings) Parent involvement continues to be at a minimum

The Curriculum Reflects humanities-based premises (reading, research and response) Emphasizes higher order thinking skills and Encompasses multi-cultural studies Unique for each subject area and grade level Multiple and varied resources to support instruction Current and up-to-date methods Mandarin Algebra (for High School placement)

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Elevate Learning Our Program Two hours each week Supported by Special Education Teacher and Paraeducator th and 6 th graders Supports struggling students, as well as students receiving special education services Online tutors Approximately $10,000 Student Videos

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Contact Information Cheryl D. Watkins Pershing West Middle School 3200 South Calumet Chicago, IL