Bethany Elementary School teacher’s 5th graders see math proficiency improve over 260%

John Plunkett, 5th grade teacher at Bethany Elementary School, Beaverton School District, breathed a sigh of relief when COVID released its grip on the nation. As students happily reentered the classroom, Plunkett’s goal was, “to develop a safe and supportive learning environment as the students transitioned back from remote to in-person learning and to use a range of technology to help develop a foundation for academic success in middle school.” The result of the many hours he spent on creating engaging curriculum? “My class has over 260% growth in DreamBox [Math],” he says.