TouchMath Impact: Empowering Alabama's Students in Math
Grounded in Research. Proven in Classrooms. Driven by Innovation.
Congratulations, Alabama teachers and coaches, on increased math scores, following the implementation of SB171, The Alabama Numeracy Act! Let’s continue the progress and focus on Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions, special education resources, and comprehensive dyscalculia screening and support.
TouchMath is a supplemental, explicit, and systematic multisensory math program tailored for students who need support with foundational math and abstract concepts. From preschool through transition, TouchMath aligns with state and extended standards and is used in special education settings across the country. Whether in self-contained, resource, or inclusion classrooms, it’s effective in Tier 2 and Tier 3 support.
SB171: Understanding the Alabama Numeracy Act
The Alabama Numeracy Act (SB171) aims to boost math proficiency in students through strategic interventions. It focuses on early identification of those 1-2 grade levels behind using validated screening tools, enabling targeted support. The act promotes a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) for individualized assistance and regular progress monitoring. It aligns with Alabama Standards, prioritizes evidence-based practices, and supports data-driven decision-making. The Act also emphasizes teacher-led instruction with hands-on manipulatives, addresses learning disabilities like dyscalculia, and highlights the need for ongoing professional development for teachers to improve math instruction.
Pre- and Post-Assessments
TouchMath pre-and post-assessments allow educators to understand students’ existing knowledge and identify areas that need improvement before beginning a new unit.
Scaffolded Learning with Self-Fading Resources
TouchMath’s approach to scaffolded learning empowers students by providing structured support that gradually reduces as they become more proficient.
Aligned to Alabama State Standards
All TouchMath resources are aligned with Alabama State Standards, providing educators and students with a cohesive and integrated learning experience.
Robust Progress Monitoring
TouchMath provides robust progress monitoring and reporting for both print and digital solutions, enabling effective student progress tracking.
Teacher-Led Instruction
Teacher-led instruction empowers educators to guide students through complex concepts with clarity, personalized support, and multisensory instruction.
Hands-On Manipulatives
TouchMath core manipulatives enhance learning through tactile engagement, aligning student activity sheets with intervention components.
Dyscalculia Screening & Support
As pioneers of the TouchMath methodology, our resources for dyscalculia screening, intervention, and support are innovative and evidence-based, specifically tailored to support students with dyscalculia.
Teacher Professional Development
The TouchMath Professional Development team partners with districts to create learning plans and delivers customized support to meet your specific goals and objectives.
Curriculum Deficiency or Dyscalculia?
At TouchMath, we’ve spent 50 years creating intentional learning experiences for vulnerable students nationwide. In response to the need for accessible screening, we developed the fully-subsidized DySc screener, enabling educational teams to assess dyscalculia risk factors. This led to tailored instruction and the Dyscalculia Extension, helping students achieve grade-level math proficiency. As pioneers of the research-proven TouchMath methodology, we offer innovative, evidence-based resources specifically designed for students with dyscalculia.
Meet Your Account Manager
Add time directly on Beth’s calendar to learn more about creating transformative experiences for your students.
Beth Ponsart is a former educator with over five years of experience teaching 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade students. She supports districts across Alabama in evaluating and implementing the TouchMath program. Beth enjoys collaborating closely with district leaders and teachers to ensure smooth integration of TouchMath, providing the resources needed to help students meet and exceed their math goals.
