America’s Math Crisis: A Solvable Equation

Student math achievement in the U.S. has been declining for over a decade—and it’s not just a post-pandemic problem. In this episode, we explore a 2025 report from the Center on Reinventing Public Education that diagnoses the roots of the decline and offers a path forward. From the effects of the "math wars" to teacher shortages and outdated instructional systems, we unpack the causes—and the five evidence-based strategies that could help get students back on track.