The Family Math program originated at the University of California, Berkeley in 1983. It has reached over 10,000 parents and children in Michigan, and is being successfully implemented in 43 states and 15 other countries. Because these workshops are supported by Michigan Eisenhower funds and the Programs for Educational Opportunity, there is no fee for participants from Michigan.
Participation is limited.
It is helpful, but not required, if someone on your team has attended a Family Math Leadership Workshop. Contact Programs for Educational Opportunity, above, for more information or for application forms. Family Math gives parents and children an opportunity to develop a hands-on understanding of mathematics. It helps parents to become more involved in their children's mathematics education and children to gain confidence in their ability to learn mathematics. The Family Math workshop is offered for people who would like to learn how to lead Family Math classes in their own elementary school or community.