Bridges in Oregon
Gathered on this page is state-specific information for Bridges in Mathematics.For general background information please visit the Bridges K-5 curriculum pages within the Curriculum and Materials section. In addition, grade-level specific resources for Bridges are available via the Support for Materials links in left-hand channel on this page.
For additional questions we invite you to contact David Allen at davida@mathlearningcenter.org or 800-575-8130.
Correlations
We have fully correlated the Bridges curriculum to the latest Oregon state standards. Correlations include details for all three components of Bridges including the Units, Number Corner, and Supplementary Materials.| Grade K Grade 1 Grade 2 | Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 |
For other states as well as correlations to NCTM Focal Points see Bridges correlations »
Bridges Supplement Sets for Oregon
In addition to the core elements of the program we have created a set of supplemental activities and worksheets to ensure we fully meet state requirements.| Grade K Grade 1 Grade 2 | Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 |
For additional resources including new practice activities and worksheets please visit the Bridges grade level pages.
Districts and Schools Using Bridges
Over the last decade Bridges has been implemented in over 50 districts and hundreds of classrooms across the state. The locations listed below include educators who have volunteered to share their experiences with Bridges. Please let us know if you would like to talk with a colleague and we will forward you the appropriate contact information.John Day School District
McMinnville School District
North Powder School District
Parkrose School District
Salem-Keizer School District
Seaside School District
McMinnville School District
North Powder School District
Parkrose School District
Salem-Keizer School District
Seaside School District
Case Studies
We strive to stay in contact throughout implementation. In many cases districts have shared their test results as part of their feedback.| Bend-Lapine Parkrose School District Canby School Distrct Multiple Districts Multiple Districts Canby School District | Gr 2/3 Gr 2/3 Gr 3 Gr 3 Gr 4 Gr 5 | 2001-02 2000-04 2004-05 2006-07 2006-07 2006-07 |
Resources for Families
Bridges Introductory Letter
OR K-8 Math Standards
Bridges Introductory Letter
OR K-8 Math Standards
What They're Saying
Bridges really helped me pull all of the pieces together in terms of content, delivery, and motivation. My students really excel in math and I owe much of that to this curriculum.
- Kindergarten Teacher and Presidential Award Winner, Roseburg, OR
Every year the kids have to choose the “Highlights of the Year.” Bridges got eight votes, followed by parties with five, and field trips with three. That tells it all!
- Grade 1 Teacher, West Linn, OR
In more than 20 years of teaching elementary math I have never before had the level of success that I have experienced using Bridges. This success was reflected in both exceptional test scores as well as the growth I witnessed on a daily basis.
- Grade 3 Teacher, Madras, OR
Our current 5th graders have been using Bridges since Kindergarten. Their teachers are extremely impressed with the math vocabulary and deep understanding these students bring forth in the classroom. I could share many examples but it boils down to this -- the kids are also teaching the teachers.
- Math Coach, Canyon City, OR
Bridges really helped me pull all of the pieces together in terms of content, delivery, and motivation. My students really excel in math and I owe much of that to this curriculum.
- Kindergarten Teacher and Presidential Award Winner, Roseburg, OR
Every year the kids have to choose the “Highlights of the Year.” Bridges got eight votes, followed by parties with five, and field trips with three. That tells it all!
- Grade 1 Teacher, West Linn, OR
In more than 20 years of teaching elementary math I have never before had the level of success that I have experienced using Bridges. This success was reflected in both exceptional test scores as well as the growth I witnessed on a daily basis.
- Grade 3 Teacher, Madras, OR
Our current 5th graders have been using Bridges since Kindergarten. Their teachers are extremely impressed with the math vocabulary and deep understanding these students bring forth in the classroom. I could share many examples but it boils down to this -- the kids are also teaching the teachers.
- Math Coach, Canyon City, OR