Sunshine Math is a volunteer-led program consisting of 20 math worksheets with grade-level appropriate problems of varying complexity. The program is optional, but are typically rewarded for attempting the problems (right or wrong). Students
and parents are asked to read and sign an information form stating
that worksheets should be completed by the student without assistance
(except for younger students who may need help reading the problems).
Each
math problem is assigned one to four stars, depending in its
difficulty. Classroom volunteers grade the worksheets, review them in
class with the students, and track the number of worksheets completed
and stars earned. Students who attempt at least 15 worksheets
throughout the school year will be invited to attend a special event.
Those who earn a certain number of stars are eligible to compete
against other students in the same grade in a Sunshine Math contest,
with first, second and third place winners in each grade receiving
trophies. First place winners represent Loretto in district-wide
competition.
While
not intended to replace any aspect of the standard math curriculum,
Sunshine Math provides an opportunity for students to be rewarded for
their extra efforts.
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