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10:45am EDT

OUR Students, OUR Work: Honoring and Supporting Every Learner

Monday July 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm EDT

By centering students and using high-quality curriculum materials combined with effective teaching, we can create classrooms where all students see themselves as capable mathematicians. In this session, we’ll explore the many resources available on the OUR website, instructional supports that celebrate and empower learners, and ways to promote positive mathematical identities.

Speakers

Cathy Dickson

Teacher Leader in Residence Lead, Math, Open Up Resources

Cathy is a joyful educator with over 20 years of experience in elementary and middle school classrooms. Now serving as the Teacher Leader in Residence Lead for Math at Open Up Resources, she loves supporting educators and leaders through meaningful professional learning and coaching—always... Read More →

Yimiya Pearson

Director of Professional Development, Cumberland County Schools

Director of Professional Development for Cumberland County Schools, Lead Open Up Math Community Coach, and Teacher Leader in Residence who believes in Living, Laughing, Loving & Learning at all times!!!

Sponsors

Open Up Resources

Monday July 14, 2025 10:45am - 12:15pm EDT
Sabal B Convention Level

K–5 Math 6–8 Math

Audience Introduction, Effective Practices
Subject Math

1:15pm EDT

Engage, Experience, and Reflect: A Dive into Open Up Resources 6–8 Math

Monday July 14, 2025 1:15pm - 2:45pm EDT

Sabal B

Step into an Open Up Resources 6–8 Math lesson from a student’s perspective! As a community, we will engage in a model lesson from start to finish, and reflect on the structure, pacing, and purpose of each lesson component, as well as ways to promote student mathematical discussion. Leave with key tips and understandings as you prepare to lead your own lessons this school year.

Speakers

Yimiya Pearson

Director of Professional Development, Cumberland County Schools

Sponsors

Open Up Resources

Monday July 14, 2025 1:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Sabal B Convention Level

6–8 Math

Audience Introduction, Effective Practices
Subject Math

3:00pm EDT

Words Matter: The Power of Shifting Mindsets & Language

Monday July 14, 2025 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT

Sabal B

Language shapes how we think, teach, and engage with students. In this session, participants will explore the impact of words on learning environments, student identity, and equity. Through reflection and discussion, we will examine how intentional shifts in language can foster more inclusive, asset-based mindsets that empower educators and students. Walk away with practical strategies to reframe communication and create a more positive and supportive learning culture.

Speakers

Audience Effective Practices, Introduction, Coaching + Leadership
Subject Math, ELA

4:30pm EDT

District Meeting

Monday July 14, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

Sabal B

Monday July 14, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Sabal B Convention Level

District Meeting