B.E.S.T. Mathematics Coaches' Resource Hub
The Florida Department of Education B.E.S.T. Mathematics Coaches are a statewide resource dedicated to advancing mathematics achievement through high-quality instructional support. Grounded in Florida’s Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) Standards for Mathematics and Florida’s Formula for Success, they partner with districts, schools and educators to build instructional capacity and promote effective mathematics teaching practices.
The B.E.S.T. Mathematics Coaches’ Resource Hub provides easy access to materials and tools that support standards implementation, effective instruction and educator professional growth. Resources are organized by topic, including standards, instructional resources, assessment and data, intervention and tiered instruction, coaching tools and professional learning. Whether you are a classroom teacher, instructional coach, school leader or district administrator, this resource hub offers practical support to enhance mathematics teaching and learning across Florida.
Mathematics Coaching Support
The B.E.S.T. Mathematics Coaches are also available to support districts, schools and educators through:
- In-person school visits
- One-on-one Coaching
- Support with B.E.S.T. Standards implementation
- Partnerships with regional consortiums to provide additional support
- Mathematics professional learning opportunities
We invite you to explore the resources on this page and use them to support high-quality mathematics instruction in your district and schools.
B.E.S.T Mathematics Coaches' Support Request - Request Support
Meet the Team:
Natalie Alday
Director, B.E.S.T. Mathematics Coaches
Bureau of Standards and Instructional Support
325 West Gaines Street, Suite 432
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400
Phone: 850-245-0789
Natalie.Alday@fldoe.org
B.E.S.T. Mathematics Coaches:
Jessica Beckford
Jessica.Beckford@fldoe.org
Jennifer Corey
Jennifer.Corey@fldoe.org
Bradley Hardesty
Bradley.Hardesty@fldoe.org
Julie Leofanti
Julie.Leofanti@fldoe.org
Amanda Price
Amanda.Price@fldoe.org
Devon Sobut
Devon.Sobut@fldoe.org
Access Florida K-12 Mathematics Coaches' Resources
Coaching Impact
During the BSIS Summer 2026 Professional Learning Events, the B.E.S.T. Mathematics Coaching Team generated significant statewide interest in ongoing coaching and professional learning. At the conclusion of the conference, the team received:
- 84 requests for additional information and coaching support.
- 21 schools and districts that requested follow-up meetings to discuss targeted coaching partnerships.
- Interest represents 44 school districts, charter systems and independent/private schools across Florida.
Growing Statewide Reach
- Since December 1, 2025, 454 educators have requested to be added to the B.E.S.T. Mathematics Coaching contact list to receive resources, updates and future professional learning opportunities.
The most requested support includes instructional coaching, collaborative planning, instructional walk-throughs, benchmark-aligned planning, implementation of the B1G-M, effective use of assessment data and sustained professional learning.
Mathematics Memo
August 2026: Welcome Back!
We hope you had a wonderful summer and are off to a great start to an exciting new school year!
B.E.S.T. Instructional Guides for Mathematics (B1G-M) Updates
- Algebra 2 B1G-M and Algebra 2 Honors B.E.S.T. Instructional Guides (B1G-M)
The Algebra 2 B1G-M and Algebra 2 Honors B1G-M documents are now available on our website: B.E.S.T. Mathematics Resources. - FACT: College Algebra B.E.S.T. Instructional Guide (B1G-M)
The College System has distributed the B1G-M for FACT: College Algebra. We are currently waiting for it to be uploaded to the website and will share an update here once it is available.
In the meantime, if you are teaching FACT: College Algebra, or someone in your school is teaching the course, and you have not receive received a copy of it, please reach out to BESTmath@fldoe.org.
Upcoming Memos
The following memos will be posted soon:
- Mathematics Competencies Endorsement information
- FACT: College Algebra FAQ (updated)
Important Updates
- Rule 6A-1.0955, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), Education Records
- History of Communism and Cursive Writing: Amendment to Rule 6A-1.094124, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), Required Instruction Planning and Reporting
- Rule 6A-4.0165, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), Specialization Requirements for the Resiliency Educator Endorsement
- Amendments to Rule 6A-6.0251, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), Use
- DPS 2026-78: RAISE Schools Identified for 2026-2027
- DPS: 2026-87 Technological Tools Survey for Virtual Students - 2025-2026 Fiscal Year
- Amendments to Rule 6A-6.0530, F.A.C., Summer Bridge Program
- 6A-1.09422 and 6A-1.09981 Amendments to Assessment and Accountability Rules
We look forward to working with you and supporting mathematics educators across Florida throughout the 2026-2027 school year!
Explore by Resource Type
- B.E.S.T. Standards for Mathematics
Access Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards for Mathematics and resources to support standards implementation. - B.E.S.T Mathematics Resources
Explore resources including the B.E.S.T. Instructional Guides for Mathematics, fluency documents, progression documents and other tools designed to support benchmarks-aligned instruction. - Accountability & Assessments
Access resources and other tools to support assessment, data analysis and data-informed instructional decision-making. - Intervention & Tiered Instruction
Find resources to support mathematics intervention and instruction across tiers of support. - Planning & Templates
Access planning tools, templates and other resources to support intentional benchmarks-aligned mathematics instruction, effective mathematics coaching and instructional leadership.- Coaching Toolkit (Word)
- Professional Learning
Explore professional learning opportunities and resources designed to strengthen mathematics instruction across grade levels.