Practical Lessons on Math Curriculum Adoption & Implementation

Thank you to everyone who joined ConnectED’s May 19, 2026 webinar focused on math curriculum adoption and implementation aligned to the CA K–12 Mathematics Framework.

The conversation brought together district and county leaders to share practical lessons learned from pilot planning, stakeholder engagement, implementation strategy, and long-term systems alignment. Participants engaged in a thoughtful discussion around both the opportunities and challenges districts face during curriculum adoption processes.

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During the webinar, our team presented a planning tool designed to help district leaders anticipate common challenges and identify critical success factors during math curriculum adoption and implementation.

Math Materials Adoption & Implementation Planning: Common Pitfalls & Must-Haves

Cover page of the "Math Materials Adoption & Implementation Planning: Common Pitfalls & Must-Haves" resource, highlighting considerations for materials pilots, professional learning, and progress monitoring.

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This practical tool highlights key considerations related to:

  • Materials pilot processes
  • Professional learning planning
  • Progress monitoring and data use

Webinar Overview

Date: May 19, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM–12:00 PM PT
Format: Virtual Webinar

Featured Organizations

  • Fairfield-Suisun Unified School District
  • Orange County Office of Education

Key Discussion Topics

  • Designing meaningful pilot processes
  • Building strong steering committees
  • Stakeholder engagement strategies
  • Using pilot data effectively for decision-making
  • Avoiding common implementation pitfalls
  • Planning for long-term implementation success
  • Aligning adoption efforts to the CA K–12 Mathematics Framework

Why This Conversation Matters

Too often, curriculum adoption is approached primarily as a purchasing decision rather than a systems-level implementation process.

Successful implementation requires intentional planning, stakeholder engagement, clear pilot structures, and alignment between curriculum, instruction, and leadership.

This webinar explored the critical implementation considerations districts often underestimate and highlighted strategies leaders can use to build stronger foundations for sustainable success.

Thank You

ConnectED extends its appreciation to the district and county leaders who contributed their time, expertise, and experiences to this conversation, as well as to all participants who joined the discussion.

Please continue to follow ConnectED for future learning opportunities, webinars, and resources related to mathematics education, instructional leadership, and systems transformation.

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