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Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Mathematics: Texas Math Standards

Third Space Learning’s tutoring program follows the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for math and prepares students for the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR).

One-on-one tutoring and math resources support students understanding in math through concrete, representational, and abstract approaches.

Math instruction connects classroom learning to real-world and helps students develop fluency and problem solving skills.

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Understanding Texas mathematics TEKS

The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) are the official Texas math standards set by the state board. TEKS ensures students master mathematical concepts, develop quantitative reasoning, and follow the problem-solving process to prepare for STAAR and Texas College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS).

Key features of the Texas math standards

Mathematical process standards guide learning:
TEKS embeds problem-solving models, real-world applications, and multiple representations.

Mathematical communication
Students must use precise mathematical language to justify mathematical ideas in written and oral formats.

Emphasis on algebraic reasoning
TEKS introduces multiplication, subtraction, proportionality, and quantitative reasoning. ”

STAAR-aligned instruction
TEKS ensures students are ready for STAAR’s assessed curriculum, including digital test formats.

Vertical alignment with career readiness
TEKS prepares students for STEM careers, Texas college programs, and career readiness standards through the problem-solving process.

Equitable access for all learners
Texas districts use state-approved materials to ensure all students can access TEKS math.

How Third Space Learning aligns to Texas math standards

Our TEKS-aligned, scaffolded instruction reinforces Texas math standards while building fluency, problem-solving skills, and mathematics TEKS, ensuring students develop a strong foundation.

Students receive STAAR-focused learning support, practicing multiple representations, mathematical relationships, and STAAR test formats to improve performance.

Through one-on-one tutoring, each session targets problem-solving models, real-world applications, and TEKS intervention, tailored to student needs.

Teachers benefit from data-driven insights, receiving weekly reports to track student progress and guide targeted intervention effectively.

“We just had our first session and it went great! The kids really liked it and felt like they were learning! One even said he finally felt like math was making sense.”

How Third Space Learning aligns to Texas math standards

Michelle Craig

Math Coach, Sherwood Forest Elementary

Texas

TEKS-aligned math tutoring

Our structured lessons help students develop algebraic reasoning, problem-solving models, and mathematical fluency, reinforcing key TEKS objectives.

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TEKS-aligned math lessons


Lessons integrate content through multiple representations, supporting multiplication, subtraction, and other operations through concrete models to abstract thinking.

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STAAR test preparation

Access free STAAR practice materials that integrate mathematics TEKS and match the format, rigor, and content of Texas Education Agency’s official released tests.

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Math resources for Texas educators

State-aligned instructional materials supplement the TEKS Resource System to support Texas districts in strengthening math proficiency across grade levels.

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Grade-level Texas mathematics TEKS overview

Find TEKS-aligned tutoring, resources, and STAAR practice materials for each grade level below.



Texas Math Standards For Elementary School



Texas Math Standards For Middle School



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Experienced educators understand Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills and work with districts and school administrators to support the work done in mathematics in the classroom.

Instructional materials align with mathematics TEKS and and can reassure district leaders that students are being taught in line with the curriculum.

One-to-one online tutoring provides targeted, personalized math instruction for every student, in collaboration with Texas’ own focus on equity in math.

TEA-approved vendor has tutoring expertise in mathematics across multiple districts and schools and with all types of students including the underserved.

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Frequently asked questions

Which grade levels are covered by Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Mathematics?

The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) mathematics standards apply to Kindergarten through Grade 12, ensuring a consistent and rigorous math education throughout a student’s academic journey.

For detailed information on the TEKS for each grade level, you can visit the Texas Education Agency’s official website:
– TEKS Mathematics Standards (K-12): TEKS Mathematics Standards
– All TEKS Standards Across Subjects: Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

These resources provide comprehensive insights into the curriculum requirements for every course and grade level in Texas public schools.

How are the Texas Mathematics TEKS organized?

The mathematics TEKS are organized by grade level and include process standards, mathematical relationships, essential knowledge, and skills, support for written/oral communication, and the integration of technology and concrete models.

How do the Texas Math Standards help students connect mathematics to real life?

TEKS emphasizes the use of real objects, concrete models, and multiple representations to help students apply mathematics to everyday life. Students learn to analyze mathematical relationships, justify their reasoning, and solve problems arising in real-world contexts, ensuring that math is not just an abstract subject but a tool for practical decision-making and problem-solving.

What role do concrete models and real objects play in TEKS-aligned instruction?

TEKS prioritizes the use of concrete models and real objects to support conceptual understanding before students transition to abstract mathematical thinking. For example:

In early grades, students use manipulatives, base-ten blocks, and real-life examples to explore addition, subtraction, and number relationships.

In middle school, students apply real objects and measurement tools to understand proportionality, geometry, and algebraic relationships.

This hands-on approach ensures students develop strong number sense and problem-solving skills that apply beyond the classroom.

How does TEKS ensure students develop problem-solving skills?

The Mathematical Process Standards embedded within TEKS require students to use concrete models, select appropriate tools, and justify mathematical ideas when solving problems.

The problem-solving model outlined in TEKS encourages students to:
– Apply mathematics to everyday life and real-world scenarios
– Use multiple representations and real objects to develop solutions
– Communicate their mathematical thinking using precise language
– Analyze and justify their reasoning through logical arguments

This structured approach ensures that students don’t just memorize procedures—they understand why math works and how to apply it.

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