Advancing a Mathematics of Opportunity

Melodie Baker, Just Equations’ national policy director, was recognized in a Los Angeles Times article for her work on expanding math opportunity for students who lack access to advanced math courses. The Times article highlights the recent decision by the California Institute of Technology to provide alternative routes to proficiency in calculus, physics, and chemistry for students who don’t have access to those courses in high school. 

Just Equations founder Pamela Burdman authored an op-ed in EdSource examining the roadblocks to high school math equity in California and beyond. These challenges often lead to missed college and career opportunities for underrepresented students.

Just Equations founder Pamela Burdman was quoted in U.S. News & World Report in an article about the role of high school calculus in college admissions and postsecondary success. The article, about how calculus and other high-level math courses can help students succeed in college, also cites A New Calculus for College Admissions, Just Equations’ report on admissions officers’ views on high school math course-taking. 

Just Equations National Policy Director Melodie Baker is quoted in this piece for The 74 about the role of Calculus in college admissions. Baker explains why the rush to Calculus is unnecessary and notes how it serves as an obstacle that keeps students out of STEM fields.