Bridges in Washington

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 Dennis Adams at dennisa@mathlearningcenter.org or 800-575-8130.

Correlations

We have fully correlated the Bridges curriculum to the latest Washington state standards.  Correlations include details for all three components of Bridges including the Units, Number Corner, and Supplementary Materials. View a K-5 Summary or see the detailed correlations by grade level below.

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 Washington

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 40 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.

Bridgeport School District
Rainier School District
Wenatchee School District

Case Studies

We strive to stay in contact throughout implementation. In many cases teachers and districts have shared their test results as part of their feedback. 

Rainier School District
School in Eastern WA
Bridgeport School District
Wenatchee School District
Wenatchee School District
Gr 3
Gr 3
Gr 4
Gr 4
Gr 5
2006-07
2004-05
2005-06
2006-07
2006-07
What They're Saying

It's the charm, magic, and appeal of the lessons and materials that sets Bridges apart. Some kids need a curriculum with these qualities to become "hooked" on math but I believe all children deserve it!
- Grade 1-2 Teacher, Spokane, WA

The Math Learning Center is a wonderful organization to work with because they care about how their curriculum is working in your classroom.
- Grade 3 Teacher, Wenatchee, WA

What a difference this program has made in bringing more math to my kids. They are absolutely soaking it up. After working in fractions they actually thanked me for teaching them and then wanted to do more instead of going to recess.
- Grade 3 Teacher, Lynnwood, WA

Students who have used the Bridges program in earlier years bring prior knowledge of many math concepts which makes a real difference in the pace that I can achieve.
- Grade 4 Teacher, Wenatchee, WA

The Bridges program has been rewarding not only for students, but teachers. I've observed teachers develop their own understandings about math.
- Math Coach, Wenatchee, WA