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Teacher Leader Update

With the winter upon us, we wanted to be intentional not to add too much to this edition; but, you are invited to view the most recent "KSDE Hot Topics" for an update on the exciting projects coming this spring!

Note: The title presented for the Math focused book study is subject to change. If you have a title you are particularly interested in, or, if you are interested in joining the teacher leader program, please email Meg at mrichard@ksde.org or Stephen at sking@ksde.org.

NCSM- National Leadership in Mathematics

Last month we focused on NCTM and this month we would like to connect you with the work coming out of the National Leadership in Mathematics Education (NCSM). NCSM is a long-standing affiliate organization with NCTM (conferences are planned to be on consecutive non-overlapping dates) which focuses on supporting leaders in math education at all levels (classroom, school, district, collegiate, state, etc.).


Right now, NCSM is hosting a series of virtual events to replace their annual face-to-face conference. These events run through December can may be found here: (Link) . Every Tuesday there are 3 options of live zooms to participate in. All of them are recorded and can be accessed at any time. There are over 60 additional recordings to explore!

Check out their conferences here: (Link)

Check out their virtual leadership seminars here: (Link)


Last but not least, check out their monthly podcast here: (Link)

Save the Date- KATM

As you are likely aware, the Kansas Association of Teaching Mathematics (KATM) is our exceptional state level professional organization for teachers of Mathematics. Membership is only $15 for the first year and membership is an excellent way to meet and network with other educators around our state. Learn more at https://www.katm.org/.

Also consider saving the date for the annual KATM conference: March 25th

Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)- K-6 Cycle

The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) program is pleased to announce that nominations and applications for the 2021–2022 application cycle are open. You are a part of over 5,100 award-winning educators and we need your help to continue to grow this network!

To nominate a K–6th grade teacher for this award, complete the nomination form available on the PAEMST website and submit the teacher’s name, email address, and school contact information. You are welcome to submit multiple nominations if you know more than one teacher deserving of this award. The nomination deadline is January 7, 2022, and the application deadline is February 6, 2022. PAEMST awardees are one of the best sources of future nominations

KSDE Support Series

KSDE is proud to offer a series of support sessions for those working on or interested in working on PAEMST applications.
December 14 - 4:30 - 5:30 pm Register Here (Link) and attend any or all support sessions!

Additional Opportunities from Outside KSDE

NCTM Webinar Library

Did you know that the National Council of Teaching Mathematics has a webinar library on recent shifts in Math Teaching practice? Check out their topics here (Link)