IMAST

This year, 7th and 8th grade science and mathematics classrooms at John Muir Middle School are participating in an exciting Los Angeles Unified School District learning study that includes using wireless laptop computers, electronic presentation boards and tools, and Internet-based resources to promote student achievement in algebra.

These classroom technologies are placed at John Muir Middle School as part of the LAUSD Integrating Mathematics and Science through Technology (IMaST) project —a program supported by a No Child Left Behind (NCLB) grant. The purpose of the program is to study the impact that increased classroom use of technology will have on student achievement in algebra.

Mathematics and science classrooms at eighteen middle schools across LAUSO were selected for the program. Each of the schools has been assigned a lead coach to work with the on-site coaches and teachers at the eighteen schools.

To help students succeed in their schoolwork, 7th and 8th grade students at John Muir Middle School will have access to many exciting computer and Internet-based resources to reinforce learning in the classroom and at home. In addition, every teacher and student at John Muir Middle School will be given an E-mail account for communication with each other and with experts in the field.

With the introduction of this equipment into their classrooms, teachers will be exploring and implementing new ways to make school more exciting and meaningful for your child. We hope you will join us in our enthusiasm for this project and support our efforts to increase your child's success in school.

For more information on this project, please contact Ms. Jean Sais, IMaST Project Director, (213) 241-1362.

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If you have questions, comments, or additions to this web site, contact Paul Friedman, Computer Teacher (paulfriedman7@yahoo.com).