SXU Launches MathLab at Morgan Park High School

Saint Xavier University (SXU) officially launched its innovative MathLab at Morgan Park High School (MPHS) on Feb. 16 in an effort to prepare students for their first collegiate mathematics course.

The initiative involves two SXU math professors training four MPHS math instructors on how to utilize the selected software as well as assist them in developing processes for selecting, monitoring and assessing all student learning progress.

Additionally, SXU students will be trained as mentors for the before and/or after-school programs. Thirty to 60 MPHS students are expected to participate in the after school program.

The MathLab program is a long-term partnership initiated by Mayor Rahm Emanuel to provide students a pathway to gain early exposure to college and receive dual course credit.

Additional initiatives include dual enrollment, professional development, mentoring and the STRONG program. Funds for this activity were provided by a 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant awarded to the Chicago Public Schools Community Schools Initiative.