Mathematics

Boost Number Sense in Pre-K to 5th Grade

Presenter: Nicole Chamberlain

Tentatively Scheduled for December 9, 2025

Recommended for Educators of Grades Pre-K-5

Join this interactive workshop to deepen your understanding of number sense and how it drives fluency, reasoning, and problem-solving. Through hands-on activities, classroom visits, and real examples, learn practical strategies like number talks and math routines that make a big impact. Walk away with ready-to-use, evidence-based tools to strengthen students' mathematical thinking and close gaps in learning.

*Note: Classroom site visit included

Enhanced Elementary Mathematical Instruction

Presenter: Nicole Chamberlain

Tentatively Scheduled for January 12, 2026

Recommended for Educators of Grades K-4

This professional learning experience will enhance the mathematical instruction of grade 1-4 educators. Through interactive sessions and classroom observations, participants will explore the integration of the concrete-pictorial-abstract progression, number talks, and the Seven Mathematical Practices into their teaching practices. The morning session will focus on understanding these concepts, planning concrete-pictorial-abstract lessons, and exploring effective strategies for number talks and mathematical practices integration. In the afternoon, participants will observe a math class, reflecting on observed strategies and discussing implications for their own classrooms. By engaging in this workshop, educators will gain practical tools and insights to elevate math instruction, fostering a culture of mathematical excellence among their students.

*Note: Classroom site visit included

Math Teacher Roundtable

Presenter: Danielle Nix

Tentatively Scheduled for November 11, 2025 AND/OR March 6, 2026

Recommended for Educators of Grades 6-12

This session will include discussions of best practices in the mathematics classroom and how to best navigate current struggles. Participants will create/edit lessons and assessments with a partner, and work together to learn or improve their skills in certain uses of technology. It is recommended that participants come as a team or with a district colleague.

*Note: Participants are expected to bring curricular materials that will aid in creating/editing classroom materials.

**Note: Participants may attend one or both dates

Math the "Write" Way

Presenters: Julia Lefer & Jennifer Rilli

Tentatively Scheduled for March 18, 2026

Recommended for Educators of Grades Pre-K-5

Math and language arts are usually seen as two separate entities by teachers and students alike; however, the two subjects are truly connected. This workshop will provide participants with strategies to combine reading, writing, and math. Example strategies include using a perfect paragraph format to explain a mathematical answer, using story writing to help interpret and solve word problems, breaking down multi-step directions, and comprehending word problems. Participants will leave this workshop with specific strategies and project ideas to incorporate into their own classrooms.

Math Workshop: Addressing the Needs of All Learners

Presenter: Nicole Chamberlain

Tentatively Scheduled for November 3, 2025

Recommended for Educators of Grades Pre-K-5

According to Jennifer Lempp, five steps are all it takes to teach math in a new way that fosters deep understanding and proficiency for all students. This learning experience will focus on the key concepts of Lempp’s book "Math Workshop: Five Steps to Implementing Guided Math, Learning Stations, Reflection, and More." Participants can expect to take away practical strategies to apply in their classrooms.

Sparking Math Conversations: Questioning Techniques That Deepen Understanding

Presenters: Dana Petrie & Jessica Vilardi

Tentatively Scheduled for November 19, 2025

Recommended for Educators of Grades Pre-K-8

This workshop will explore the power of math talk in fostering deep mathematical understanding, critical thinking, and student engagement in the K-8 classroom. Participants will learn how structured discussions, strategic questioning, and student-led conversations can improve problem-solving skills and conceptual understanding. Through discussion, hands-on activities, and real-world examples, educators will leave with practical strategies to implement effective math talk that supports all learners. Join us to transform your math instruction and create a classroom where students confidently communicate their mathematical reasoning!

Time with Released Standardized Test Items

Presenter: Laura Sullivan

Tentatively Scheduled for October 1, 2024

Recommended for Educators of Grades 3-12 ELA, Math and Science

This workshop explores ways to integrate released state-test items into your teaching repertoire. Delve into the provided resources to gain valuable insights into assessment expectations, question formats, and content, as well as to build a collection of questions that you can use in your classroom. Utilizing released items can help when teaching students valuable test-taking strategies and reinforcing your content. Together, we will explore ways to use these questions to supplement your current teaching. Participants will receive many different resources and the well-needed TIME to review them and align them with your current units so that you can start using them with your students tomorrow.

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