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Why Math is the Most Dropped Subject in Ontario (And How to Fix It)

Picture this: You’re sitting in Grade 11 math class, staring at a quadratic equation that might as well be a magic spell.

The teacher is racing through more quadratic examples, half the class is lost, and your friend whispers, “Why bother? I’m dropping this next semester.”

This scene plays out in Ontario classrooms every year, where math has become the most abandoned subject by high school students. But why? What is the cause of this Math Dropout Crisis no one’s talking about?

How Small Class Sizes Actually Improve Student Engagement and Growth

Let’s talk about classrooms. Not the ones you see in movies with students crammed into rows of desks, but the kind where every kid feels seen.

You know, the kind where your teacher actually knows your name, your strengths, and what makes you tick. For decades, schools have debated whether class size affects learning, but for students, especially those who’ve felt overlooked in crowded rooms, the answer is obvious. Smaller classes aren’t just quieter; they’re spaces where student engagement thrives, questions are welcomed, and learning becomes something you do, not something that happens to you.

So why does this matter? Walk with us now.

Understanding Ontario Drop Courses and How It Affects Students’ Transcripts

Learn how Ontario’s drop course policy affects student transcripts and university applications, and how Roots to Routes Academy helps recover lost credits.

What Every Ontario Parent Should Know About High School Math Credits

Discover how Ontario high school math credits work, why grades matter, and how systemic issues affect Black students.

Why Racial Discrimination in Schools is Everyone’s Problem—And What We Can Do About It

Racial discrimination in Ontario’s schools harms students and communities. Discover how Roots to Routes Academy is creating change and what you can do to help.

The Advantages of a Structured Academic Program Over Traditional Tutoring

Discover why structured academic programs like Roots to Routes Academy outperform traditional tutoring. Learn how this curriculum-driven approach benefits Black students.

Night School in Ontario: A Convenient Shortcut or a Risky Trade-Off for Student Success?

Explore the risks of night school in Ontario vs. the benefits of Roots to Routes Academy. Learn how culturally relevant education can empower Black students in Ontario.

How the Course Load for Ontario High School Students Affects Learning

Ontario high school students face overwhelming course loads, juggling academics, extracurriculars, and part-time jobs.

Why Cultural Representation Matters in Ontario High Schools

Discover why cultural representation in Ontario high schools matters, how Black educators boost student success, and why Roots to Routes Academy is the best choice for Black students to thrive academically and confidently.

Tutoring Isn’t Enough: What Makes the Different for Students to Thrive

Traditional tutoring isn’t solving the real problem. Discover how Roots to Routes Academy helps Black high school students in Ontario thrive academically.