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Current Professional Learning Opportunities
Current Professional Learning Opportunities
Transform Math Class 3rd-8th Teacher Webinar
Next teacher webinar is September 18, 2025 4:00-5:30. Register on Midas to receive a Zoom invite Course Number 64340, Section Number 123321. In order to receive 1.0 USBE credits and the course publication attend all sessions, but registration is open to anyone interested, even if you cannot attend all the meetings.
Transform Math Class Leader Webinar
Next leadership meeting is September 23, 2025, 1:00-2:00 (3rd-5th); 2:00-3:00 (6th-8th). Register on Midas to receive a Zoom invite Course Number 64340, Section Number 123321.
Hand 2 Mind Free Webinars
On Demand Math Webinars featuring national mathematics education leaders.
· September 24: 3:00-4:00 Beyond the Point: Helping Students Make Sense of Decimals with Sue O'Connell
· September 30: 4:00-5:00 How to Effectively Implement Math Manipulatives for Middle School, Part 2 with Kevin Dykema
· October 29: 3:00-4:00 John San Giovanni
Developing Mathematical Reasoning
FREE 8-hour asynchronous course.
You will be emailed a link to Module 1 as soon as you register on this site. You will have access to the 4 modules for 6 weeks.
SEDC/UVU - Math Endorsement Courses
starting Aug 25 - see "Endorsement" section below
Transform Math Class Contact Joleigh Honey with any questions.
Leaders
We are excited to invite you to join the Transform Math Class Leadership Collaborative! This experience is designed specifically for all Utah Education Leaders supporting mathematics education in grades 3 - 8 with an emphasis on elevating success for students with disabilities.
Designed to build coaching skills, develop assets, increase networking opportunities
Focus on what matters most
Deepen knowledge across the 3-5 and 6-8 math grade band (connections, representations, major work)
Support students with disabilities using asset-based IEPs and Progress Monitoring rubrics
Gain valuable resources for immediate use
Earn up to 1.5 USBE credits
Date: Once a month, starting on August 20 - Class open until June of 2026
Transform Math Class for Leaders Flyer Registration for Leaders
Teachers
We would love for you to join us for a series of monthly webinars designed for teachers of students in grades 3-8 who are interested in helping all students thrive in math. The webinars will be led by state and national leaders in the field of mathematics and special education.
Focus on what matters most (save time, find joy!)
Deepen knowledge of grade level content and across grade bands
Support students with disabilities using asset-based IEPs and Progress Monitoring Rubrics
Gain valuable resources for immediate use from NCTM, CEC, USBE, and JHoney Math
Earn up to 1.5 USBE credits
Dates: Once a month, starting on August 28 - Class open until June of 2026
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
PL Credit: Earn up to 1.5 USBE credits
Transform Math Class for Teachers Flyer Registration for Teacher Webinars
Leaders, feel free to send this email and/or this flyer to invite your teachers to the webinar series!
2026 UCTM Conference
"Shaping Our Future"
Save the Date: January 27-28 Location: Utah Valley Convention Center, Provo, UT
Latrenda Knighten, current president of NCTM and Dan Meyer, esteemed mathematics leader, currently serving as Vice President of User Growth at Amplify will be the keynote speakers! Click here to read their keynote bios!
Online Courses from i-Ready increase teacher capacity to provide effective math instruction. A certificate can be completed at the end of each course.
A variety of Curriculum Associates/ i-Ready Webinars - Free access at any time
Full Listing of USBE Mathematics Professional Learning Opportunities available here.
Grassroots - Select a professional learning opportunity that is right for you! Mini Classes for only $45 for 4 months access or $54 for 1 year access with nationally-known researchers and mathematicians to complete at your own pace.
Using Acadience Math Results: Utah's Best Practices for Data Interpretation
This is an asynchronous course through USBE's Canvas.
https://usbe.instructure.com/enroll/FFLHJ7 or use the code FFLHJ7 to register for the course in your USBE Canvas account
Synchronous and virtual professional learning opportunities.
2025-2026 Granite Math PL
2025-2026 Granite Math PL
Data Dive for i-Ready Diagnostic and/or Acadience Math in individual PLCs or whole staff - - Contact Rachel Pehrson -rjohnson2@graniteschools.org
Leader Learning Walks - Join a math specialist and use an observation tool for a targeted instructional practice to observe several classrooms and discuss possbile next steps in your school. - - Contact Rachel Pehrson - rjohnson2@graniteschools.org
After School Courses - All courses are full at this time.
Kindergarten Support Group for Math - Wed Oct 1, Wed Apr 1 (no joke!) - 4:30-6:30 PM @ GEC (2500 S State) Rm D202
1st Grade Support Group for Math - Thur Nov 20, Thur Mar 26 - 4:30-6:30 PM @ GEC (2500 S State) Rm D202
2nd Grade Support Group for Math - Wed Oct 29, Wed Mar 25 - 4:30-6:30 PM @ GEC (2500 S State) Rm D202
Book Study Recommendations
Book Study Recommendations
USBE Math Book Studies
The following Book Studies are available through USBE to earn up to 1.0 USBE Credit Hours. Book Studies are self-paced with the expectation that work will be completed by August 21, 2026. Book Study resources are typically sent in an email on the Monday following registration. USBE Credit Hours are awarded (entered into MIDAS) within 30 days after completion of the course. Completing 1.0 USBE Credit Hours should demonstrate 18 hours of learning. If you have any questions about Book Studies, please contact Mike, Melissa, Molly, or Alicia.
"Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics Grades K-12," by Peter Liljedahl
"Math-ish: Finding Creativity, Diversity, and Meaning in Mathematics," by Jo Boaler
"Mindset Mathematics: Visualizing and Investigating Big Ideas Grade 7," by Jo Boaler, Jen Munson, Cathy Williams
"Mindset Mathematics: Visualizing and Investigating Big Ideas Grade 8," by Jo Boaler, Jen Munson, Cathy Williams
Book Study recommendations that would be great for a K-5 faculty.
Elementary Math & STEM Endorsement Incentives
Elementary Math & STEM Endorsement Incentives
USBE Incentives
USBE has funding to use to incentivize educators across the state to achieve endorsements in the STEM subjects. Check out this link to see which endorsements may offer reimbursement and to answer further questions.
Elementary courses can be reimbursed up to $500.
Up to 12 credits of the elementary math endorsement can be applied toward a M.Ed program.
Courses available on campus or 100% online
More information on this website.
Katherine Vela
435-613-5018
Email: katherine.vela@usu.edu
SEDC/UVU - Math Endorsement Courses
Elementary Mathematics Endorsement
We have opened registration for the SEDC/UVU Elementary Math Endorsement Fall 2025 course - EDUC 5520: Algebraic Reasoning. Teachers do not have to start with the first course, they may join the current cohort at the beginning of any course.
Date: Starting August 25 at 4:00 p.m.
Meeting: Every other Monday
Contact for more information: Joe B. Wright (or 435-586-2865)
SEDC Website
SEDC Elementary Math Endorsement Course Flyer
Registration Instructions
Elementary Mathematics Specialist Endorsement
We have opened registration for the SEDC/UVU Elementary Math Specialist Endorsement Fall 2025 course - EDUC 5560: Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment for Elementary Mathematics Leaders.
Date: Starting September 8 at 4:30 p.m.
Meeting: Every Monday until December 8
Course: Virtual through Zoom and Canvas
Prerequisite: Must have Elementary Mathematics Endorsement
SEDC Elementary Math Specialist Endorsement Information
Elementary mathematics endorsement is not offered through University of Utah, Westminster College or Brigham Young University. (as of 2024)
i-Ready PL Resources
i-Ready PL Resources
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