NYC Solves
E4E-New York has been gathering feedback from teachers citywide to understand what’s working and where improvements are needed. The result is our new report, “Educators In the Equation.”
This report offers actionable insights and recommendations to guide city leaders in making NYC Solves a national model for successful curricular transformation.
nyc reads Report themes
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• 32% of Solves teachers report their students’ comprehension of the curriculum is positive, and an additional 37% say it is neutral
• 85% of Solves teachers are confi dent in their ability to implement their math curriculum
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• 43% of Solves teachers report feeling confident teaching their new curriculum to students performing below grade level
• 26% of Solves teachers report confidence implementing the math curriculum with English Language Learners (ELLs)
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• 64% of Solves teachers are satisfied with the math-focused PL they receive at school
• 70% of Solves teachers report that their district has effectively supported them to implement their new core math curriculum
• A slim majority – just over half – of Solves teachers report that their coaching is useful, highlighting the challenges of a major curricular shift
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• 52% of teachers who find coaching useful spend more than a quarter of the time discussing feedback on math instruction, compared to
• 41% of teachers who are unsatisfied with coaching
• 71% of teachers who participate in PLCs monthly or more report finding them useful, compared to 35% of teachers who participate quarterly or less
• 86% of teachers who receive coaching from school leadership report that it is useful, compared to 45% of teachers who receive it from an external provider
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• 65% of teachers who report receiving effective professional learning express confidence teaching the curriculum to students with IEPs, compared to 38% of those reporting ineffective professional learning
• 46% of teachers who are satisfied with their professional learning are confident teaching their curriculum to ELLs, compared to 13% of teachers who are not satisfied
What Teachers are saying about nyc solves
“Here’s why I’m hopeful: this curriculum gets better with time. Just like it takes years to build a successful restaurant, I believe it takes time to truly master and unlock the potential of a curriculum like IM. If a teacher hasn’t spent 3–5 years with it, they haven’t scratched the surface.”
— Keith Pio
“One of the strongest aspects of NYC Solves is how it structures learning through a problem-solving approach. Instead of simply presenting students with formulas and methods to memorize, the curriculum introduces real-world situations and guided activities that lead students to discover mathematical principles on their own.”
— Jevada wright
“At its core, NYC Solves is built on a clear and powerful vision: ensuring that all students have access to high-quality curricula taught by empowered, well-trained educators. One of the most promising aspects of NYC Solves is its emphasis on curricular coherence.”