In the article “Are Students Prepared for College-Level Math? A Senator Wants to Know” (Jan. 23, 2026), U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La. raises a valid question by asking colleges whether K–12 systems are preparing students for college-level math. I believe we’re focused on the wrong end of the college education pipeline.
Instead of asking if students can meet rigid college requirements, we should ask if our K–12 systems are designed for how students actually learn math.
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