About this episode
Is your school choosing a new math curriculum? Before you dive into samples, demos, and committee meetings, listen in! I’m sharing the top three mistakes schools often make—and how you can avoid them to select a curriculum that truly supports students and teachers.
🎧 Episode Summary:
In this episode, I (Mona!) dive into the nitty-gritty of math curriculum selection. You’ll learn:
✅ The #1 step most schools skip (and why it matters)
✅ How to balance content quality with usability features
✅ Why curriculum alone isn’t the magic fix—and what to focus on instead
Whether you're a school leader, instructional coach, or classroom teacher, this episode will leave you empowered and ready to choose a math curriculum that aligns with your vision and sets your school up for success.
✨ Resources and Links Mentioned:
🔗 Main CTA: Book a call or learn about PD & coaching packages for 2025–2026: monamath.com/services
📥 Sign up for Mona Mail & grab tomorrow’s full Curriculum Selection Criteria List: monamath.com/newsletter
🎧 Related Episode: 33 - Math Culture Starts with a Strong Math Vision
💻 Learn more about my work with schools and coaching support: monamath.com
📲 Stay Connected:
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