Goal setting is a major part of the successful implementation of the Mathematics Pentathlon Program. KEY goals to consider are listed below. Decide upon your goals and be prepared to articulate these goals.

GOAL SETTING CONSIDERATIONS:

• What Division levels do you plan to teach?
  • Division I (Kindergarten and 1st Grade)
  • Division II (2nd and 3rd Grade)
  • Division III (4th and 5th Grade)
  • Division IV (6th and 7th Grade)

• What number of students are you prepared to teach?
This directly relates to how many teachers and parents will be involved. Some clubs are run by teachers, some by parents, and some using a combination of both teachers and parents. Clubs usually have one-two instructors per Division and one adult volunteer for every 10 to 12 students.


• Who will attend the training presented by the Pentathlon Institute? The Pentathlon Institute provides training to optimize the instructional use of the program (prerequisites, curriculum, and assessment connections). To launch a successful program, make plans to attend a formal training given by the Pentathlon Institute.

• Where are you going to meet?
  • You will need to have flat-top tables or level desks on which to play the games or use floor space.
  • Make sure the location you select can easily support the size you are targeting.
  • Make sure you get an okay on the location and don't assume it will be available. Check and reserve as far in advance as possible.
  • Suggested locations include: Classroom, Library, Media Center, Artroom, Cafeteria, etc.
  
  
  
• When should clubs meet? Most clubs meet after school. However, some choose before school, during the instructional day, and even on weekends.



• What are the suggested teaching-time allotments for each Division ?
  • Division I (Kindergarten & 1st Grade) 45 - 60 minutes per session
  • Division II (2nd and 3rd Grade) 60 minutes per session
  • Division III (4th and 5th Grade) 60 - 75 minutes per session
  • Division IV (6th and 7th Grade) 60 - 75 minutes per session
  
  
  
• How much funding is needed for the first year of implementation? To answer this question you will need to refer to the Materials & Cost section located in the left menu. NOTE: Materials (Games and Professional Manuals) are non-consumable which means once you purchase an item, that item can be used from year to year. (exception: rule manuals which are updated every 6 to 10 years)
  
  
  
• Should a club fee be charged? Many clubs charge a fee which covers some or all of the following costs.
  • Tournament Fee ~ The earlier students register, the more clubs save.
  • Club Shirt (shows club spirit at tournament)
  • Snacks
  • Cost for Instructor
  • Transportation (if needed)
  
  
• How will students sign-up to be in the club?
  • Section Under Construction
    
    
• What will your defined club's behavior and expectation policy be?
  • Section Under Construction
  • Examples of Expectation Pages
  • Refund Policy (if applicable)