Program Manager's Message:

Let's enjoy April -- Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month, plus the first full month of Spring!

Upcoming Professional Development

Collaboration Meetings

Do you want to network with other math teachers across the state? What about an opportunity to share questions you have for KSDE? Do you want to brainstorm ideas on implementing effective teaching practices? Then join our monthly collaboration meetings.

  • Math Curriculum Leaders Collaboration
     Theme: Conference Plans and PD Points
     April 26, 3pm (Zoom Link)

  • Math Teacher Collaboration
     Theme: Conference Plans and PD Points
     April 26, 4pm (Zoom Link)

We Need Your Feedback and Participation

KSDE Math Survey

Please help KSDE better plan for support in the area of mathematics by completing this brief survey. Please click here to access the survey.

Kansas Assessment Program (KAP) CALL FOR REVIEWERS

There are three paid events that are set to take place in the summer of 2022. First, the Math Grade 10 Standard Setting will be a virtual event held in June. Second, the KAP External Review of Items and Passages for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science is planned to be a live event held in July. Third, the Math Grade 10 Alignment Study will be a virtual event held at the end of summer/early autumn, with dates TBA.

We are looking for participants who

· have experience working with a wide variety of students and student needs.

· are current practicing educators, former educators, community members, scholars, or professional representatives of diverse populations.

We want to ensure we have

· representation from each of the 10 Kansas educational districts.

· a mix of urban and rural districts represented.

· a demographically diverse group of participants.

· a cadre of educators with experience teaching ELA, math, and science content, as well as educators with experience teaching EL students, students with disabilities, and students with diverse experiences.

Additional Event Information

· Panels for the Math Grade 10 Standard Setting event will be held virtually on June 29 and 30.

· Panels for the KAP External Review of Items and Passages for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science are planned to be held in person, and individuals will complete assignments between July 25 through July 29. The exact date and time commitments are panel-specific.

· Panels for the Math Grade 10 Alignment Study will be held virtually at the end of summer/early autumn. The exact time and date commitments will be announced shortly.

· Selected individuals will receive an invitation email in the coming months. The invitations will include the event they are assigned to, as well as panel-specific dates, times, and compensation details.

· These are paid opportunities! Selected individuals may choose an honorarium paid to the individual or a substitute reimbursement paid to their school or district.

Interested in participating?

If you are interested in participating in one or more of these events, select the following link to complete the interest survey by Friday, April 15, 2022.

2022 KAP Summer Interest Survey

Once we have collected information from interested individuals, KSDE staff will select participants and KAP staff will notify you by email using the kap@ku.edu email account. Thank you for your interest in KAP events!

Email kap@ku.edu if you have any questions.

Summer Academies.pdf

KSDE Summer Academies

Each workshop will focus on content-specific standards and innovative instructional practices to help learning loss, including: high-leverage teaching practices, personalized learning, real-world application (competencies) and leading change.


Cost: $50

Registration: https://www.greenbush.org/ksde-summer-academies/

Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics

Experience, explore, and learn from the author himself, Dr. Peter Liljedahl, in this whole day workshop

"Sparked by observing teachers struggle to implement rich mathematics tasks to engage students in deep thinking, Peter Liljedahl has translated his 15 years of research into this practical guide on how to move toward a thinking classroom. Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Grades K–12 helps teachers implement 14 optimal practices for thinking that create an ideal setting for deep mathematics learning to occur. This guide: Provides the what, why, and how of each practice and answers teachers’ most frequently asked questions, includes firsthand accounts of how these practices foster thinking through teacher and student interviews and student work samples, offers a plethora of macro moves, micro moves, and rich tasks to get started, organizes the 14 practices into four toolkits that can be implemented in order and built on throughout the year. When combined, these unique research-based practices create the optimal conditions for learner-centered, student-owned deep mathematical thinking and learning, and have the power to transform mathematics classrooms like never before."

Dates and locations

June 16 Fort Hays State University | June 30 Topeka Public Schools

Registration information coming soon!!!

Successes Around the State

School/District Highlight

Math in Action with Real World Problems

Students in Ms. Staker's Transition to College Algebra class tested their reaction time by one person dropping a ruler and the other pinches to catch it. These students at USD 484 analyzed tables, graphs, and formulas in order to make mathematical connections. They also discussed why reaction time can be very important information, like stopping a car, truck, or train. They will also be looking at other distractions like texting, turning around and talking to someone while driving, and even Blood Alcohol Levels.

Have a lesson or success you'd like to share?

Email STEM@ksde.org to be highlighted in the next issue!

2022 KATM Conference Highlights

KATM hosted our 2022 Annual Conference in Emporia, KS. It was great to have nearly 150 Preschool, Elementary, Secondary and College level math educators in the same space, learning, sharing and growing together! Thanks to those who attended! If you were unable to attend this year, we look forward to seeing you next year!


As we are planning future opportunities, the KATM Board would like additional input from you regarding the direction of KATM support. Basically, we want to know how KATM can best meet your needs and wants as a math teacher. We are asking that all members complete this brief survey (about 5 min).


We greatly appreciate your input! Thank you!

KSDE Math Teacher Leaders

The vision for the KSDE Teacher Leader Program is to provide content and pedagogical expertise in standards and assessments and to deliver high-quality, dynamic professional development that incorporates practicable educational advances.

Sarah Andaverde Kayla Anderson Amber Boyington

Cherryl Delacruz Todd Flory Jolene Goodheart-Peterson

Luke Henke Mary Holm Sherri Martinie

Audrey Millard Karin Moore Michele Schroeder

Janet Stramel

Math Teaching Tools & Practices

High-Quality Math Tasks

Characteristics of High Quality Tasks: A guide to finding math tasks that promote reasoning and problem solving.


Finding High-Quality Math Tasks Online: A guide to finding math work at every level of cognitive demand for elementary students, including problems that push their thinking.

Elementary Tools & Practices
Click the arrow on the right to access information for elementary teachers and classrooms.

Inside Mathematics

The Inside Mathematics Problem Solving problems are non-routine math problems designed to promote problem-solving in your classroom. Each problem is divided into five levels of difficulty to allow access and scaffolding for students into different aspects of the problem and to stretch students to go deeper into mathematics complexity.

Slides and Jamboard Template

Have you seen Mrs. Park Shine's freebies? Run and check out her amazing slides and Jamboard templates.

K-5 Math

K-5 Math great site that contains K-5 teaching resources. Their mission is to transform the teaching and learning of mathematics, improving outcomes for all students in elementary and middle school.

Open Middle Tasks

Real World Tasks: Have you used Robert Kaplinsky's Open Middle Tasks and Real-World Problems? Great resources of math tasks that promote problem solving and reasoning.


Geogebra + Illustrative Mathematics

Do you use Illustrative Mathematics to supplement lessons ad GeoGebra as a tool? Access free Illustrative Math in GeoGebra now!

Secondary Tools & Practices
Click the arrow on the right to access information for elementary teachers and classrooms.

Online Calculator Apps

Desmos Graphing Calculator - Graph functions, plot data, evaluate equations, explore transformations, and much more – for free! Also available as an app on Google Play and Apple App Store

Calculate84 - a graphing calculators for iPhones

CALC 84 - a graphing calculator 83/84

Wabbitemu - creates a Texas Instruments graphing calculator right on your Windows, Mac, or Android device.

Inside Mathematics

The Inside Mathematics Problem Solving problems are non-routine math problems designed to promote problem-solving in your classroom. Each problem is divided into five levels of difficulty to allow access and scaffolding for students into different aspects of the problem and to stretch students to go deeper into mathematics complexity.

Desmos Classroom Activities

Access digital math activities that engage students into problem solving, thinking and reasoning. Premade Desmos activities are available but teachers can create their own.

Open Middle Tasks

Real World Tasks: Have you used Robert Kaplinsky's Open Middle Tasks and Real-World Problems? Great resources of math tasks that promote problem solving and reasoning.


Geogebra + Illustrative Mathematics

Do you use Illustrative Mathematics to supplement lessons ad GeoGebra as a tool? Access free Illustrative Math in GeoGebra now!

Math Awareness Month Activities

Additional Professional Learning Opportunities

TASN Hosts

Rick Wormeli Spring 2022 Webinar Series

One of the first Nationally Board Certified teachers in America, and Rick brings innovation, energy, and validity to his writing, presentations, and instructional practice, including 38 years of teaching math, science, English, physical education, health, history, and coaching teachers and principals. Rick's work has been reported in numerous media, including ABC's "Good Morning America," "Hardball with Chris Matthews," National Geographic and Good Housekeeping magazines, What Matters Most: Teaching for the 21st Century, and the Washington Post. He is a columnist for AMLE Magazine and a frequent contributor to ASCD's Educational Leadership magazine. He is the author of the award-winning book, Meet Me in the Middle, as well as the best-selling book, Fair Isn't Always Equal: Assessment and Grading in the Differentiated Classroom, Revised Edition, and Differentiation: From Planning to Practice, Day One and Beyond, Metaphors & Analogies: Power Tools for Teaching any Subject.

Additional Dates:

April 27: https://www.ksdetasn.org/events/UgHefA


Note: Sessions will be recorded and a link will be send following the webinars. Recordings will also be available at (www.kansasmtss.org).

Additional Opportunities from Outside KSDE

NSCM Annual Conference

NCSM is happy to announce the 54th NCSM Annual Conference! Whether you are a first-timer or a veteran of NCSM annual conferences, join us for three exciting days in Anaheim, California, focused on important issues for leaders in mathematics education.


Take this opportunity to enlarge your network of colleagues who can assist you in building and supporting your local mathematics program and to meet new friends who share your interests and love of mathematics education. Become a part of NCSM, the mathematics leadership organization for educational leaders that provides professional learning opportunities to support and sustain improved student achievement


Plan now to make the trip to Anaheim where exciting opportunities await you at the 2022 Annual Conference!

Theme

The theme of the 2022 NCSM Annual Conference is: Imagine. Inspire. Influence. Make an IMPACT! Learn more about the conference here.

Geometry in Construction / AMPED on Algebra training coming to Lawrence

June 6-9, 2022 at Greenbush Resource Center in Lawrence

Early Bird Pricing - $1,695 per person before April 1 --- Standard Pricing - $1,895 per person after April 1

Registration accepted through mid-May

Includes math curriculum, CTE curriculum, activities, tests, quizzes, answer keys, training, and licensing.

  • Must bring math instructor and CTE instructor to the trainings

  • Both registrations eligible for Perkins reimbursement and College credit is available

Geometry in Construction Details

  • Website - https://contextuallc.com/gic

  • Specifics - https://contextuallc.com/gic/workshop-specifics/

  • Registration - https://contextuallc.com/gic/lawrence/

AMPED on Algebra Details

  • Website - https://contextuallc.com/amped/

  • Specifics - https://contextuallc.com/amped/workshop-specifics/

  • Registration Page - https://contextuallc.com/amped/lawrence/



YouCubed

They offer workshops at Stanford University (and periodically online) to learn how to conduct a youcubed-inspired summer camp in your own school district. Each 2-day session focuses on the teaching approach that was used in our 2015 summer camp and implemented by teachers across the US in 2019. A study of the nationwide implementation showed a significant increase in student mathematics achievement after the camp and in the following school year. The workshop includes a copy of the camp curriculum and a certificate verifying 10 Professional Development Hours (1 CEU). The next session is scheduled for May 17 and 18, 2022 at Stanford, click here to learn more about it. Other professional development and workshops are available here.

Mathematics At Work

Tasks, lessons, assessments, homework, interventions, and grading all have the power to improve—or diminish—student learning in mathematics. By working collaboratively within the PLC at Work® process, teacher teams can ensure each of these elements promotes equitable teaching and learning experiences and supports students in achieving proficiency.

This in-person K–12 workshop is led by internationally acclaimed experts with decades of firsthand experience teaching mathematics. As active participants, educators will learn how to function in collaborative teams to:

Reflect upon current mathematics content, routines, and practices and evaluate their quality against research-affirmed criteria.

Refine and update current mathematics content, routines, and practices for improved student learning on a unit-by-unit basis.

Act to ensure improvements to content, routines, and practices engage students, empower them to persevere, and motivate them to own their learning.

Click here to learn more about the workshop to be held on April 6-7, 2022 in Kansas City.

Texas Instrument April Webinars

Enhance the student learning experience in your classroom using TI graphing calculators and software. All live webinars are led by T³™ instructors with extensive classroom experience to help you leverage teaching resources, implement engaging activities and build on your expertise. Take the opportunity to ask instructors questions and get answers in real time. Learn more here.

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.

Grow Your PLN!

They are amazing tools for personalized professional learning and great communities to network with other educators and leaders. Check out @KSDETCHRLEADERS and @KATMWebmaster on twitter and Kansas Association of Teachers of Mathematics on Facebook. #KSMath

PodCasts

Looking for a good math podcast? Wondering how to create a classroom culture where students don't want to stop exploring mathematics when the bell rings? Kyle Pearce from TapIntoTeenMinds.com and Jon Orr from MrOrr-IsAGeek.com team up to uncover how we can Make Math Moments That Matter for every student in the math classroom from Kindergarten through Grade 12. Discover how you can build easy to plan and fun to deliver maths lessons that kids will not only love but also learn from using the Making Math Moments That Matter 3-Part Framework.