Mathematics is not a collection of isolated skills—it’s a web of interconnected ideas that, when woven together, create a deeper and more meaningful understanding for students. In this session, we will explore how to map connections across domains to support students in making sense of math, strengthening fluency, and building confidence. Through engagement with grade-specific examples, interactive discussions, and hands-on mapping exercises, teachers will leave with strategies to seamlessly integrate these connections into their instruction.
In this interactive session, participants will explore effective strategies for supporting and enhancing reading skills in the math classroom. Understanding that math often requires strong reading comprehension, we'll examine ways to help students navigate word problems, interpret mathematical language, and develop the critical thinking skills necessary for success. Attendees will make connections between mathematics fluency and reading fluency, and discover practical techniques for integrating reading comprehension strategies into math instruction.
Anchor charts are more than just colorful posters—they are dynamic tools that capture student thinking, reinforce key concepts, and serve as ongoing reference points for learning. In this session, we’ll explore how to create and use anchor charts effectively to deepen mathematical understanding and promote student independence. Leave with practical strategies to make math more accessible and visible, and pre-made anchor charts to take back to the classroom!
In this session, we will explore the importance of effective planning before, during, and after instruction. We’ll learn how to unpack a unit, backwards plan lessons, and utilize assessment opportunities in the Open Up Resources K–8 Math curriculum to respond to student thinking in real-time and guide our teaching. Leave with practical strategies and tools for planning, analyzing data, and enhancing learning for all students!
