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Math Pathways

1. BACKGROUND OF KANSAS MATH PATHWAYS

Traditional postsecondary mathematics, including requiring college algebra for most majors, and requiring traditional prerequisite remediation that does not count toward a baccalaureate degree, impose unnecessary obstacles to degree completion for Kansas students. 

According to KBOR’s  Developmental Education Data Report, too few students are completing a traditional prerequisite developmental course and a general education math course within a two-year period.  Further, according to a 2015 Report published by the Mathematical Association of America, A Common Vision for Undergraduate Mathematical Sciences Programs in 2025, “mathematics courses are the most significant barrier to degree completion in both STEM and non-STEM fields.”

The Kansas Board of Regents seeks to implement proven practices that remove these obstacles and advance access, affordability, success, and completion (all components of the Board’s strategic plan, Building a Future), by working with the Charles A. Dana Center at the University of Texas at Austin on Mathematics Pathways. 

Kansas is now one of the 22 states participating in the Launch Years Initiative, which supports the scaling of mathematics pathways from high school through postsecondary education and into the workplace, aligned to students’ goals and aspirations.  The Dana Center provides resources and support and holds an annual convening at which participating states can share ideas, best practices, and experiences related to the initiative.

Kansas Math Pathways Webinar - Sept. 15, 2023 

• Recording 
• Question and Answer   
• KBOR Presentation      
• USG Presentation          

Kansas Math Pathways Informational Meeting - June 3, 2024

• Recording

2. COMPONENTS OF KANSAS MATH PATHWAYS

Kansas Math Pathways is a comprehensive, student-centered initiative that addresses structural barriers in mathematics education by aligning math instruction with students’ academic and career goals. The initiative consists of several interconnected components designed to support institutional implementation and ensure student success. Key components include:

Gateway Math Courses
Gateway math courses serve as the foundational entry points into postsecondary mathematics, replacing the traditional one-size-fits-all approach. These courses are designed to match students’ intended programs of study, increasing both relevance and the likelihood of success.

Learn More about Gateway Math Courses

Math Pathways Professional Development & Implementation
To support successful implementation, the Kansas Board of Regents offers a statewide professional development series for faculty, advisors, and administrators. The training series features both national and local experts and is designed to equip stakeholders with the knowledge, tools, and collaboration opportunities needed to scale Math Pathways across the system. Professional development offerings are updated regularly, and session recordings from past academic years are available in the online Professional Development Resource Bank.

Learn More about Math Pathways Professional Development

Multiple Measures Placement
Recognizing that a single test score should not determine a student’s academic future, Kansas Math Pathways supports placement decisions based on multiple measures. This approach ensures more accurate course placement and increases the likelihood that students begin in—and succeed in—gateway math courses.

Learn More about Multiple Measures Placement

3. KANSAS MATH PATHWAYS TASK FORCE 

Membership

• Brooke Istas - Cowley Community College
• Kindra Wells - Emporia State University
• Keith Dreiling - Fort Hays State University
• Ryan Ruda - Garden City Community College
• Erin Beavers - Hutchinson Community College
• Whitney Turner - Johnson County Community College
• Gabe Kerr - Kansas State University
• Brian Koch - Manhattan Area Technical College
• Tim Flood - Pittsburg State University
• Kim Warren - University of Kansas
• Sarah Cook - Washburn University
• Nancy Krehbiel - Wichita State University
• Jillian Kildow - KSDE
• Jennifer Hamlet - KSDE
• Jennifer Bonds-Raacke - KBOR
• Trey Hill - KBOR
• Sam Christy-Dangermond - KBOR

Spring 2026 Meeting Dates:

• January 16
• February 20
• April 17
• May 15 (if needed)

4. PERFORMANCE AGREEMENTS 

Math Pathways are a critical component in the new performance agreements. 

Sample Performance Agreement AY 2024-2026

Kansas Methods Of Administration (MOA) Program

The Kansas MOA Plan outlines procedures for civil rights compliance activities to be conducted by the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) for secondary institutions and the Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) for postsecondary institutions delivering Career Technical Education (CTE).

The plan describes the process that KSDE and KBOR staff will follow to incorporate multiple data sources to identify disproportionate enrollment and other areas of potential discrimination and select subrecipients for onsite compliance reviews. The plan also describes how KSDE and KBOR will identify technical assistance needs related to civil rights compliance and provide training and technical assistance to subrecipients.

This plan is submitted pursuant to the program memorandum issued February 6, 2020 by the Office for Civil Rights and the Office for Career Technical and Adult Education.

Civil Rights Monitoring Information

Staff from KSDE and KBOR conduct desk audits and on-site monitoring visits to institutions delivering approved CTE pathways and programs to monitor compliance with Federal civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. Desk audits will occur annually according to this chart and the Kansas MOA Plan.

KBOR Civil Rights Compliance On-Site Coordinator’s Manual is available to assist postsecondary institutions in reviewing their current policies and practices and in preparing for an on-site monitoring visit. More detailed information regarding specific laws applicable may be found at the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights website.  About OCR (ed.gov)  

For questions about the Kansas MOA Program, contact Tobias D. Wood, the postsecondary MOA Coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 785-430-4277.

Attachments:

• Kansas MOA Plan (PDF)
• Regions for MOA Plan Review (PDF)
• MOA: Methods of Administration Postsecondary Civil Rights Compliance Review On-Site Coordinator’s Manual – Oct 2025 (PDF)

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