And Why It’s Not “Rote”. It’s Foundational. According to the NAEP (often called the Nationʼs Report Card), 61% of U.S. 4th graders scored below proficiency in mathematics in 2024. That number rises to 78% by 8th grade. As leaders, educators, and parents, we must be asking the question: What is causing this math crisis? Over the past two decades there has been a prevalent misconception in many education circles, that memorizing math facts (those simple addition, subtraction, and...

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