Emeryville, Calif. (June 12, 2009) – Seattle Public Schools has selected mathematics textbooks published by Key Curriculum Press^® for Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Precalculus, and Calculus. Last month the Seattle Public Schools Board of Directors approved six mathematics textbooks – five from Key Curriculum Press^® including the Discovering Mathematics series, plus Precalculus with Trigonometry and Calculus – for classroom use starting this fall.

“Our selection committee recommended the Key Curriculum Press textbooks because these books provide appropriate balance between skill development, conceptual understanding and problem solving,” said Anna-Maria de la Fuente, K-12 Mathematics Director for Seattle Public Schools. “Seattle Public Schools needs rigorous mathematics textbooks, well-aligned with our state standards, that will prepare our diverse student population for success in college and life.”

The Discovering Mathematics series consists of Discovering Algebra, Discovering Geometry and Discovering Advanced Algebra. Precalculus with Trigonometry and Calculus were written by Paul Foerster, a Presidential Awardee for Excellence in Mathematics Teaching.

“We respect the hard work of the Seattle Public Schools’ textbook selection committee and Board of Directors during the selection process,” said Karen Coe, president of Key Curriculum Press. “We look forward to working in partnership with Seattle’s school leaders to ensure a successful implementation.”

More Information

For more information on Key Curriculum Press, visit www.keypress.com, or phone 800-995-6284.

About Key Curriculum Press

Key Curriculum Press develops effective, high-quality mathematics and science educational materials. The company is a leading publisher of inquiry-based textbooks, software and supplemental materials for elementary, middle and high school students. In addition, Key Curriculum Press offers professional development workshops and online courses to provide mathematics and science educators with the training, experience and support they need to incorporate effective teaching strategies. The company was founded by mathematics educators in 1971 and is headquartered in Emeryville, Calif.

Contacts

Key Curriculum Press
Leigh Muzslay Browne
510-595-7000, x126
lmuzslay at keypress dot com
www.keypress.com

C. Blohm & Associates, Inc.
Emily Embury
608-839-9800
emily at cblohm dot com
www.cblohm.com

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