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Mathnasium’s tutors empower students to excel on the Delaware System of Student Assessments (DeSSA) math test using personalized learning plans and proven teaching techniques.
Mathnasium believes most students can understand and excel in math. Our specially trained tutors work with students in an engaging and supportive environment to help them prepare for and score well on the DeSSA math test.
The Mathnasium Method™
At Mathnasium, students receive personalized face-to-face instruction in a supportive group environment. Using the Mathnasium Method™, a proprietary teaching approach based on personalized learning plans and proven teaching techniques, we help students develop solid foundations for math mastery, so they can truly understand DeSSA math and gain the skills they need to excel on the test.
A method that gets results
94%
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding
90%
of students saw an improvement in their school grades
93%
of parents report their child’s improved attitude towards math after attending Mathnasium
Whether they choose to attend Mathnasium at their nearest learning center or online, all our students receive the same quality of live, face-to-face instruction.
The Delaware System of Student Assessments (DeSSA) is a statewide assessment program. It evaluates students’ performance based on Delaware content standards, showing how well their learning aligns with expected benchmarks.
The DeSSA evaluates students in:
English Language Arts (ELA) for grades 3-8
Mathematics for grades 3-8
Science for grades 5, 8, and 10
Social Studies for grades 4, 7, and 11
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, Essay, and Math assessments for high school
DeSSA-Alt in Reading, Mathematics, and Science for students with significant intellectual disabilities
Students in Delaware take the DeSSA math test in the spring, typically between April and May.
DeSSA scores reflect students’ mastery of core subjects. In Delaware, DeSSA scores, including math scores, can affect the students’:
Academic progress: Identifying areas of strength and areas needing improvement
Instructional support: Helping educators tailor teaching strategies to meet individual student needs
College readiness: SAT scores contribute to college admissions decisions
Graduation requirements: High school students may need to meet specific DeSSA benchmarks for graduation
Mathnasium prepares students for the DeSSA math test by following personalized learning plans that target their specific needs.
Our specially trained tutors meet students where they are on their math journey and work with them to close their knowledge gaps so they can truly understand the concepts they will face on the test. We add new concepts in sequence, breaking them down into manageable steps to help students increase knowledge level by level.
Working with our tutors, students enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving skills and build the confidence they need to succeed on any standardized test.
Mathnasium’s DeSSA math tutors employ the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach designed to help students unlock their math potential. The Mathnasium Method™ fosters math mastery by:
Using Personalized Assessment and Learning Plans: We begin by assessing each student’s current skill level which allows us to design a personalized learning plan to guide them in mastering DeSSA math.
Building on Existing Knowledge: Guided by the personalized learning plan, our tutors start with what the student already knows to help them fill their knowledge gaps. Adding new concepts in sequence, we work with students to expand their knowledge level by level while enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Teaching for Understanding: We teach math in a way that makes sense to the student, using a variety of mental, visual, verbal, tactile, and written techniques to help them master any math concept.
No, there’s no difference between our in-center and online DeSSA math tutoring. Our live, face-to-face online sessions are conducted by the same tutors you would meet at your local Mathnasium Learning Center.
To join Mathnasium, students take part in a diagnostic assessment which helps us pinpoint their math strengths and areas for improvement.
We use the assessment-based insights to create a personalized learning plan that sets students on the best path toward their academic goals, such as excelling on the DeSSA exam.
We usually recommend 2 to 3 math tutoring sessions per week. However, our tutors may adjust the frequency based on each student’s specific goals and needs.
We advise starting DeSSA math tutoring early to give students ample time to learn and master the math concepts they’ll encounter on the test.
Enrolling your student at Mathnasium is as easy as one-two-three:
Find a location. Reach out to your nearest learning center, even if your student will be learning online.
Schedule an assessment. Our diagnostic skills assessment helps us create a customized learning plan for your student.
Book your sessions. Your local Center Director can guide you and your student in setting up a tutoring schedule.
My daughter loves attending Mathnasium and has grown more confident in her abilities. She always walks out of a session with a smile on her face!
The best place for your kids’ tutoring, providing individual attention to each child, opening doors for a bright future.
My kids have been going to Mathnasium for years. They were ALWAYS more prepared than others in their math classes when school started. Worth every penny!!
