Welcome to Core Focus on Math by SMc Curriculum

Core Focus on Math©2014 is a middle school math curriculum series which spans the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) students need to learn in 6th grade through high school Algebra I.

While including the strengths of the Oregon Focus on Math Series©2008, the foundation of the program is built on the CCSS Priority Clusters (also known as the Critical Areas) as well as strategies to develop the habits of mind in students articulated in the Standards for Mathematical Practice.

There are three texts per grade level, each focusing on multiple clusters of standards in the Common Core and collectively addressing the complete grade level standards.

Core Focus is excited to announce a partnership with EdGems!  EdGems is a companion product to Core Focus that brings technology activities, standards-based assessments and three pre-made engagement activities for every standard!  Available for Fall 2017!  Request more information now at:

Explore the Book Series

Stage I

Decimals & Fractions

Decimals & Fractions

Introductory Algebra

Introductory Algebra

Ratios, Rates, & Statistics

Ratios, Rates & Statistics

Stage II

Rational Numbers & Equations

Rational Numbers & Equations

Proportions & Probability

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Shapes & Angles

Shapes & Angles

Stage III

Linear Equations

Linear Equations

Geometry

Geometry

Functions & Data

Functions & Data

Introductory Video by Shannon McCaw