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2026 NCCTM Annual Fall Conference
For all information about the Fall Conference visit the NCCTM Conference Webpage <click here>.
Thursday, November 5
 

8:30am EST

Learning to See the World Through Data
Thursday November 5, 2026 8:30am - 9:45am EST
Salem 2
In a data-driven world, we need to provide opportunities for students to build critical skills and processes to learn about their world through data—and NC is responding! The revised NC K-12 Mathematics Standards include a stronger emphasis on building critical data and chance skills and understandings. In the session, examples will be shared for how to bring rich data experiences into your K-12...
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Speakers
avatar for Hollylynne Lee

Hollylynne Lee

Distinguished Professor of Mathematics and Statistics Education, North Carolina State University
Dr.Hollylynne Lee has been at NC State since 2000 and began her career as a math teacher
in Dare County, NC. She is now a Distinguished University Professor of Mathematics and
Statistics Education in the STEM Education department at NC State University. Her interests
include teachin... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 8:30am - 9:45am EST
Salem 2

10:00am EST

Building Coherent Mathematical Pathways with Quantile Measures
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Piedmont 3
Explore how Quantile measures support coherent K–12 mathematics pathways aligned to North Carolina’s evolving standards. Participants will engage in free Hub tools, analyze Quantile data, and explore strategies for lesson planning, differentiation, goal setting, and family communication. Attendees will leave with practical tools and ready-to-use strategies to support student mathematical...
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Speakers
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Julie Worden

Senior Director, State Partnerships, MetaMetrics
WM
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Piedmont 3
  All (K-12), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

10:00am EST

Empowering Students Through Mathematics
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 2
Math is much more than a school subject or skill set reserved for isolated careers. Math is a tool for making sense of life and overcoming everyday challenges. Come discuss ways people use math to understand and engage with the world around them, and discover classroom activities to empower students in approaching real-world problems with logic, reasoning, and mathematics.
Speakers
DC
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 2
  All (K-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

10:00am EST

Improving Student Learning by Using Data from Common Assessments
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 3C
Common assessments can be powerful ways to learn about your students’ strengths and needs for additional learning opportunities. In this presentation, participants will look at common assessment items, data sets, and collaborate to provide follow-up learning opportunities. Participants will get access to common assessments from Grade 3 through Math 3 and ideas to support learners.
Speakers
BH

Brittany Hurley

Franklin County Schools
LD

Lindsay Duncan

Franklin County Schools
JG
LB
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 3C
  All (K-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

10:00am EST

We plan for the session to be a discussion of the project with opportunities for questions and answers throughout.
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Piedmont 1
In this session, we will share information about the NC Launch Years Initiative, including an overview of the project's start as well as the organizations and people involved. Progress to date will be included as well as discussions of next steps and ways for others to participate in the work.
Speakers
CA

Charles Aiken

Section Chief for Math, Science and STEM, NC DPI Section Chief for Math, Science, and STEM
TH

Tracey Howell

Assistant Professor, AppState
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Piedmont 1
  All (K-12), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

10:00am EST

Bar Models and Breakthroughs: Leveraging Visual Representations to Make Sense of Word Problems
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 3B
Unlock the power of bar modeling to transform how students think about math! Dive into the model method as a dynamic visual strategy for building problem-solving skills. Discover how bar models move learners from simple to complex problems, promote true sense-making, and reveal mathematical relationships. Explore connections across grades K-8 to cultivate mathematically proficient problem solvers.
Speakers
KR

Kelly Reigle

Union County Public Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 3B
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

10:00am EST

Joyful Learning Through Arts Integration
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 1C
Participants will engage in arts integrated math projects and explore how to use math vocabulary as a starting point and create a sample to take back to their classroom.
Speakers
AB

Amy Brown

ArtSpace Charter School
MM

Melanie Meador

ArtSpace Charter School
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 1C
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

10:00am EST

Talk That Counts: Enhancing Math Discourse for Deeper Conceptual Insight
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Conference 2
How can mathematical discourse empower all learners? Together, we’ll explore practical routines that shift math conversations to students and create classrooms where discourse feels natural, safe, and accessible for everyone. Participants will experience strategies that deepen reasoning, support sense-making, and empower students to explain ideas, inquire, and engage in mathematical thinking.
Speakers
M
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Conference 2
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

10:00am EST

Using Mathematical Talk and Game Play to Support Students with Fact Fluency
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Piedmont 2
This session provides opportunities for participants to play and analyze math games and discuss how math games provide natural opportunities for discussing math concepts. Participants will play games, engage in conversations on how to leverage the games to promote students’ reasoning and discussions about mathematical ideas, and consider how to sequence the games to promote fluency.
Speakers
MC

Madelyn Colonnese

University of North Carolina at Charlotte
avatar for Adrianne Blackwelder

Adrianne Blackwelder

K-12 Math Lead, Davie County Schools
From the elementary classroom, to supporting in-service and pre-service teachers, Adrianne brings a passion for reaching all students regardless of age or background. This same passion led Adrianne to pursue a doctorate in the area of Curriculum and Instruction. As an MTSS consultant... Read More →
DP
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Piedmont 2
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

10:00am EST

Using PHET Make a Ten Number Simulator to Enhance K-5 Numeracy Skills
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Conference 1
This interactive session uses digital number simulators to build numeracy through hands on exploration. Participants begin with a diagnostic task that reveals how students combine numbers using reasoning, as the simulator models correct choices and rejects errors. Attendees then practice place value routines for whole or small groups to identify and address gaps in number structure understanding.
Speakers
BH

Britany Hutchison

Dixon Elementary
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Conference 1
  Elementary Early (K-2), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

10:00am EST

NCCAT Micro Badge: Blank Fraction Tiles
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 1C
In this interactive session, participants will engage in hands-on learning experiences that build conceptual understanding of fractions with blank fraction tiles and explore ways to transition students from manipulatives to visual representations, and connect those experiences to abstract mathematical symbols and procedures.
Speakers
avatar for Leanne Daughtry

Leanne Daughtry

Director, K-12 Math & Science, Johnston County Pubic Schools
Leanne Daughtry is the Director of K-12 Math and Science Curriculum in Johnston County Public Schools.  Over the course of her 27 years in education, she has been a second and fourth grade teacher, worked with the district’s AIG program, was an elementary math consultant at NCDPI... Read More →
CH
avatar for Robin Hiatt

Robin Hiatt

K-5 Math Teaching and Learning Specialist, Johnston County Public Schools

Robin is a K-5 Math Teaching and Learning Specialist with Johnston County Public Schools, where she supports teachers with math professional development and curriculum implementation.  She received her B.S. degree in elementary education from East Carolina University and M.Ed. fro... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 1C
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

10:00am EST

Bridging the Math Gap: 5th to 6th Grade Vertical Success
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 1B
Discover how one district bridged the 5th-6th grade math gap through a two-year vertical collaboration on the key concepts. Participants will explore common misconceptions, engage in interactive stations, and leave with tools and templates to support vertical alignment in their own schools and districts.
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Loflin

Kristin Loflin

District Math Lead Teacher 6-12, Randolph County School System
With over 10 years in education, I have spent most of my career teaching mathematics in grades 6–8. In my current role, I focus heavily on strengthening instruction through data-informed practices, helping educators use student performance trends to drive meaningful learning. I... Read More →
JC
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 1B
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

10:00am EST

Building Thinkers, Not Getters
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 3C
Create a classroom where students develop mathematical ideas through collaboration & discourse. Explore Building Thinking Classrooms routines that promote curiosity, perseverance, & deep reasoning through rich tasks, random grouping, & intentional questioning. Leave with practical strategies to increase participation and cultivate a culture where every student thinks and contributes.
Speakers
AP

Ashley Pittman

West Lincoln High School, Lincoln County Schools
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Susan Wagoner

West Lincoln High School, Lincoln Co Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 3C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

10:00am EST

Building Understanding of the Role of Statistics and Data Science in the 6-12 Mathematics Classroom
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 1A
Modern approaches to mathematics require greater integration of data science and statistics. In this session, participants will explore how mathematics, statistics, and data science are complementary yet distinct disciplines. Through discussion and a hands-on, classroom-ready data investigation, teachers will examine strategies for helping students work with data and make evidence-based claims.
Speakers
avatar for Gemma Mojica

Gemma Mojica

Director of Hub for Innovation and Research in Statistics and Data Science Education, Institute for Educational Innovation, NC State University
Gemma Mojica is Director of the Hub for Innovation and Research in Statistics and Data Science Education Senior [HI-RiSE] at the Friday Institute at NC State University where she focuses on teaching and learning of statistics, data science and mathematics. She has extensive experience... Read More →
avatar for Emily Thrasher

Emily Thrasher

Research Scholar, Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, NC State University
avatar for Michael Costello

Michael Costello

First Year Doctoral Student in the Department of Teaching and Learning in STEM Education, Mathematics and Statistics Education Concentration, NC State University, College of Education
Michael is a former secondary mathematics and Advanced Placement (AP) Statistics teacher with a Master’s degree in applied statistics. His relationship with Statistics had a rocky beginning, but the support and friendships he found in the AP Statistics community helped him to learn... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 1A
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

10:00am EST

NCCAT Micro badge: Number Talks
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 3A
Participants will learn basics of a number talk and how to introduce them to students. They will experience both a number talk and a number string, considering advantages for both and how they both build fluency and number sense.
Speakers
NA

Nathan Arvey

Buncombe County Schools
avatar for Elizabeth Harwell

Elizabeth Harwell

Math Coach, Buncombe County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Salem 3A
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

10:00am EST

Tinkering with Data: Fostering Active Student Exploration in Desmos
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 1B
Transform data science into an explorative sense-making playground. Step into the student's shoes to experience how Desmos Data Polygraphs, dynamic visualizations, and movable points make secondary math interactive. We will explore modeling tasks that turn abstract concepts into actionable knowledge, providing you with tools to facilitate active, collaborative exploration in your classroom.
Speakers
JM
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 1B
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

10:00am EST

Lessons from NC State STEM Scholars: Innovating in the high school math classroom
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 3B
Join us to hear from two of our Noyce STEM Education Scholars who will share two innovative lesson ideas for Math 3 and Math 4. Participants will engage in aspects of the lessons and leave with fresh ideas that can be used in your classroom next week.
Speakers
avatar for Cyndi Edgington

Cyndi Edgington

Associate Teaching Professor, NC State University
I am a faculty member in the STEM Education Department in the College of Education at NC State University. I teach courses for prospective and practicing secondary math teachers, coordinate the student teaching program, and advise the Kappa Chapter of the North Carolina Council of... Read More →
CH

Charlie Hernandez

NC StateUniversity/Surry County
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Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 3B
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

10:00am EST

Tinkering with Trig Applications: Reasoning and Inquiry in Advanced Math
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 3A
In this interactive session, participants will explore trigonometric function application tasks that promote reasoning, discourse, and conceptual understanding in Math 3, Math 4, and AP Precalculus. Through collaborative problem-solving and mathematical tinkering, students build the fluency and analytical skills needed for success in AP-level mathematics.
Speakers
avatar for Jay Martin

Jay Martin

Current Project Lead for a Perkins funded project to contextualize all entry level math in North Carolina Community Colleges, Wake Technical Community College (Retired)
Teaching math is much more than teaching algorithms for the EOC! What are we doing to prepare our students for the workplace of tomorrow?
avatar for Tamara Ormandy

Tamara Ormandy

Teacher, Garner Magnet High School, WCPSS
Tamara Ormandy graduated from North Carolina State University (GO PACK!!!) in 2010 with a degree in Mathematics Education.  She began teaching at Garner Magnet High School in the Spring of 2011 and is currently teaching Precalculus and Math 4.  Tamara has been married to her husband... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 3A
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

10:00am EST

Making Sense of Functions: From Real-World Contexts to Mathematical Models
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 1A
Through a contextual bridge design experiment, participants engage in a student-centered, problem-based task to analyze data patterns and determine whether relationships are linear or nonlinear. The session highlights how multiple representations, discourse, and modeling support conceptual understanding of functions.
Speakers
avatar for Susan Brown

Susan Brown

Lab-Aids Connected Mathematics
Susan Brown has 18 years of experience in math education. She supports the implementation of research-based math and science curricula nationwide, drawing on her background in professional learning, instructional design, and educational publishing. Susan partners with districts to... Read More →
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Laura Rulison-Lange

Lab-Aids- Connected Mathematics
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Winston 1A
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

10:00am EST

Mathematics Narratives: How your math identity impacts your teaching and learning?
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Boardroom
This session focuses on the power of Mathematics Narratives for preparing pre-service teachers. The session will describe how writing a mathematics identity can transform a person’s narrative regarding mathematics. The purpose of this session is to demonstrate that with positive math narratives, students begin to see themselves as mathematicians (capable of doing and being successful in math).
Speakers
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Tyrette Carter

North Carolina A&T State University
JG

Javiar Grady

North Carolina A&T State University
MH

Maliyah Hill

North Carolina A&T State University
SS

Symone Smith

North Carolina A&T State University
Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST
Boardroom
  University, Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

11:10am EST

Fun Data! Working the Data Cycle Into Your Math Class
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 3A
When we all dreamed of becoming math teachers, we probably dreamed of fun projects, real-world applications, and memorable experiences for our students. So let's make it happen with the data cycle! In this session, you'll explore, share ideas, and design a project that will help you work the data cycle into your class! Even with all the standards and curriculum expectations, it can happen!
Speakers
avatar for Rob Leichner

Rob Leichner

Secondary Math Specialist, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools - Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences
I taught math and coached rugby at West Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte for 12 years, I have taught with North Carolina Virtual Public Schools (NCVPS) for 11 years, and I've been a 6-12 district Math Specialist in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools for the past 9 years (I'm a district... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 3A
  All (K-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

11:10am EST

Maximizing Student Discourse with Math Language Routines
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 3C
Experience the Mathematical Language Routines as learners, not observers. Through student experience and expert group protocols, K-12 educators discover how the MLRs bring the Standards for Mathematical Practice to life and build equitable discourse for every student, including multilingual learners. Leave with a concrete action plan you'll use Monday morning.
Speakers
MF
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 3C
  All (K-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:10am EST

Same Standard, Different Lens: Bridging Fractions to Proportional Reasoning
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 1B
This session explores how vertical alignment between Grades 5–6 can strengthen the transition from fractions to ratios and proportional reasoning. Through task analysis, misconception mapping, and collaborative routines, participants will examine ways to align models, language, and representations to build deeper conceptual understanding and reduce common learning gaps.
Speakers
avatar for Kristin Loflin

Kristin Loflin

District Math Lead Teacher 6-12, Randolph County School System
With over 10 years in education, I have spent most of my career teaching mathematics in grades 6–8. In my current role, I focus heavily on strengthening instruction through data-informed practices, helping educators use student performance trends to drive meaningful learning. I... Read More →
JC
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 1B
  All (K-12), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

11:10am EST

Let's Give 'Em Something to Talk About
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Conference 2
This interactive session explores strategies to increase student discourse and engagement in math classrooms. Participants will experience structured talk routines, analyze student work, and practice facilitating meaningful discussions. The focus is on equitable participation, reasoning, and building a classroom culture where all students confidently share their thinking.
Speakers
JS

Jennifer Smith

2nd grade, Asheboro City Schools
KG

Kerry Garner

Asheboro City Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Conference 2
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:10am EST

Making Math Meaningful: Using the CRA Model & Math Tools with Purpose
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 1C
Participants will explore how the Concrete–Representational–Abstract (CRA) model builds conceptual understanding in mathematics. Through hands-on learning and collaboration, educators will experience how purposeful use of math tools, visual models, and strategies increases access, engagement, problem-solving, and equity while empowering all students to make sense of mathematics.
Speakers
avatar for Laurie Fazio

Laurie Fazio

K-5 District Math Specialist, Cabarrus County Schools
Laurie Fazio is the Elementary District Math Specialist for Cabarrus County Schools in North Carolina, bringing over 30 years of experience in education to her role. Known for her passion for mathematics education, Laurie has made significant contributions as a presenter at the National... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 1C
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:10am EST

Tinker, Talk, Discover: Cuisenaire Rods Across K–8
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 1A
Tinker Together with Cuisenaire Rods! Explore how these simple tools can deepen mathematical thinking across K–8 classrooms. Experience hands-on tasks that build number sense, reveal patterns, strengthen reasoning, and connect concepts through play, exploration, and meaningful discussion.
Speakers
avatar for Angie Meredith-Ridgeway

Angie Meredith-Ridgeway

Educational Specialist, hand2mind
I am passionate about mathematics education – especially at the elementary and middle school level.  As a previous awardee of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching, Georgia Roundtable Award for Excellence in Math Teaching, as well as the Award... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 1A
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:10am EST

Tinkering With Purpose: Centering Students Through Discourse, Data, and Meaningful Math
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Piedmont 1
As North Carolina prepares for new math standards, this hands-on session invites PK–8 educators to tinker with tasks, discourse, and data-informed supports that elevate student thinking. Explore adaptive learning and inquiry-driven strategies that promote reasoning, equity, and joyful engagement in mathematics.
Speakers
avatar for Shannon Vickers

Shannon Vickers

Heinemann Content Specialist, Heinemann
Shannon Vickers is a Content Specialist at Heinemann who brings 16 years of classroom and instructional leadership experience to her work with educators. A University of Kansas graduate, she served as a teacher, instructional coach, and curriculum specialist in Houston, Texas, where... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Piedmont 1
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:10am EST

Facilitating Statistical Investigations in K–2 Classrooms
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 3C
Participants will engage in hands-on statistical investigations designed for K–2 classrooms. Through concrete graphs, live data collection, discussion, and data representation tasks, the session will model how to support young learners in asking questions, collecting and representing data, and making and sharing decisions based on data through meaningful inquiry and discussion.
Speakers
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Leigh Belford

East Carolina University
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 3C
  Elementary Early (K-2), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

11:10am EST

Making Algebra Child’s Play
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 3B
Learn how to simplify the teaching of algebraic concepts to students in grades 3-8 by using a concrete and visual approach. Hands -On Equations enables students to grasp sophisticated looking concepts of linear. Learn how to make Algebra. child’s play,
Speakers
DW

Darlene Williford

Borenson Math
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 3B
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:10am EST

Strategic Use of Children’s Written Work to Support Teacher Learning
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 3A
When leading professional learning, children's written work can fuel powerful teacher conversations. But what makes certain strategies and discussion prompts helpful for teacher learning? In this hands-on session, we will explore these issues with children’s strategies for fraction story problems, but the ideas should apply to any math content. You will leave with ready-to-use ideas and samples!
Speakers
avatar for Katie Collins

Katie Collins

University of North Carolina at Greensboro
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Vicki Jacobs

University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 3A
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:10am EST

Bisquick® can kill you and other fun, but WRONG, facts!
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 1C
People often believe “facts” they hear and read, without ever investigating whether these facts are true. Usually a quick google search or snopes.com can set the record straight. Why are we so gullible? We will examine many newspaper articles, facebook entries, and common myths that go viral to see how data is manipulated and misrepresented.
Speakers
CW

Colleen Watson

James Madison University
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 1C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

11:10am EST

Finish Strong: Problem Solving Routines to Consider Reasonableness
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 1A
Effective problem solvers not only get answers but can justify the operations they used and the reasonableness of their answers. During this session, participants will examine the complexity of problem solving and engage problem solving routines that help students evaluate their solutions. Participants will leave with routines they can implement into their classroom the next day.
Speakers
NA

Nathan Arvey

Buncombe County Schools
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Elizabeth Harwell

Math Coach, Buncombe County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 1A
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:10am EST

The Importance of Factor Trees for Grades 7-12
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Piedmont 3
Empowering your students with the knowledge of Factor Trees allows learners to determine the number of factors for a given number, to list the factor pairs and to apply that information to factor trinomials into pairs of binomials.
Speakers
avatar for Eric O’Brien

Eric O’Brien

Math Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools, Bellmore Schools
I enjoy empowering students with alternatives to traditional computation, algebraic reasoning, geometric reasoning, quadratic reasoning and number theory, Playing with dice, graph papers and colored pens, let’s bring mathematics to life. Need time to discuss any of these concepts... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Piedmont 3
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

11:10am EST

The Science of Data in the Math Classroom
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 3B
In this collaborative workshop, we’ll bring together the expertise of statistics and mathematics educators to explore what it means to incorporate data into K-12 classrooms. Together, we will imagine the structure, content, and mindset of a data-rich learning environment—one that engages students in ways that traditional math classrooms often don’t.
Speakers
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Joshua Sawyer

Elizabeth City Middle School - Elizabeth City, NC
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Salem 3B
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

11:10am EST

Clarifying Chatter
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Boardroom
Are students thinking deeply and seeing important connections beyond the problem in front of them? This session will focus on developing skills to write/find problems, which go beyond procedures and fluency and should get students talking about mathematics. Examples from a variety of 9-12 topics will generate opportunities for good discussions around content and pedagogy, alike.
Speakers
avatar for Tina Starling

Tina Starling

Assistant Professor, Meredith College
Tina teaches Math, Stats, and Math Methods courses at Meredith College in Raleigh, NC. She enjoys helping students go beyond memorization, and she believes technology and discourse are great tools for math instruction.
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Boardroom
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:10am EST

Exploring the new High School North Carolina Mathematics Standards
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 2
This session will provide an opportunity for participants to explore the newly revised High School Mathematics standards through the lens of progressions and mathematical and statistical practices. The newly revised High School Mathematics standards will be shared and timelines for installation and implementation will be discussed.
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Ashe

Lisa Ashe

Secondary Mathematics Consultant, NC DPI
Lisa Ashe is a Secondary Mathematics Consultant with the NC Department of Public Instruction. Prior to coming to the state department, she has been a high school mathematics teacher, a school-based math instructional facilitator and a PK-12 District Curriculum Specialist.
avatar for Tammy Lackey

Tammy Lackey

K-8 Math Consultant, NC DPI
Tammy Lackey is a 6-12 Math Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. 
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Joe Reaper

6-12 Math Consultant, NC DPI
Joseph Reaper is a 6-12 Math Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. 
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 2
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

11:10am EST

Storytelling with Historical Data: An Exploration of Rosenwald Schools for Statistics Students
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Conference 1
Learning how data becomes narrative provides students a deeper understanding of statistical research. Participants will dive into a historical dataset about Rosenwald schools and find the many stories and narratives which appear by using CODAP. Comparisons and relevance provide a groundwork of statistical intrigue which fosters a deep understanding of how statistics play into the world today.
Speakers
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Heather Barker

Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Statistics, Elon University
I'm an assistant professor of mathematics and statistics at Elon University. I teach statistics courses as well as courses for preservice teachers. My research lies in ways to better prepare pre-service and in-service teachers to teach statistics, the infusion of diversity, equity... Read More →
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Andrew Gates

Elon University
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Conference 1
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

11:10am EST

The Co-teaching Formula: Structure, Strategies, and Data in the Secondary Mathematics Classroom
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Piedmont 2
Teachers will explore planning systems that strengthen co-teacher communication and effectiveness, collaborate to design engaging, differentiated math lessons, examine co-teaching models and their best use, analyze assessment data to plan targeted interventions, and reflect on classroom practices to identify strategies for immediate implementation.
Speakers
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Olivia Scott

Math 9-12 Teacher, West Brunswick High School, Brunswick County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Piedmont 2
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

11:10am EST

From Copy & Paste to Critical Thinking: Designing AI Tasks That Keep Students Doing Math
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 1B
Students are using AI whether we design lessons & assignments for it or not. This interactive session equips middle school math teachers to design tasks that make bypassing thinking more difficult and keep reasoning at the center. Participants experience a classroom-tested lesson, unpack what makes the design work, and draft a task they can implement with their own students.
Speakers
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Angonique Calhoun-Minnis

Graduate Research Assistant, North Carolina State University
Thursday November 5, 2026 11:10am - 12:10pm EST
Winston 1B
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

12:20pm EST

Click, Tinker, Create: Designing Desmos Activities with AI
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 3B
Ready to level up your Desmos game? In this hands-on session, you’ll experience engaging Desmos Activities as a learner before stepping behind the scenes to create your own. Discover how to use AI as a collaborative partner to design interactive lessons that spark curiosity, promote discussion, and connect classrooms across your district. Together, we’ll embrace the Tinker Together mindset!
Speakers
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Amanda Gerken

Advanced Learning and Gifted Education Coordinator, Hickory City Schools
Mrs. Gerken serves as the Advanced Learning & Gifted Education Coordinator and Curriculum Coordinator for Hickory City Schools. In her role, she collaborates with teachers, administrators, and families to design and support meaningful learning experiences for students in grades K–12... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 3B
  All (K-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

12:20pm EST

Exploring the newly revised K-8 North Carolina Mathematics Standards
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 2
This session will provide an opportunity for participants to explore the newly revised K-8 Mathematics standards through the lens of progressions and mathematical and statistical practices. The newly revised K-8 Mathematics standards and timelines for installation and implementation will be shared and discussed.
Speakers
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Tammy Lackey

K-8 Math Consultant, NC DPI
Tammy Lackey is a 6-12 Math Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. 
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Jennifer Parker

K-5 Math Consultant, NC DPI, NC DPI
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 2
  All (K-12), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

12:20pm EST

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Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Conference 1
Effective teaching of mathematics uses purposeful questions to assess and advance student reasoning and sense-making about important mathematical ideas. Participants will engage in hands-on and reflective activities that promote creating and using purposeful questions in their classrooms.
Speakers
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Robin Hiatt

K-5 Math Teaching and Learning Specialist, Johnston County Public Schools

Robin is a K-5 Math Teaching and Learning Specialist with Johnston County Public Schools, where she supports teachers with math professional development and curriculum implementation.  She received her B.S. degree in elementary education from East Carolina University and M.Ed. fro... Read More →
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Corie Maffett

MCL, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Conference 1
  All (K-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

12:20pm EST

Sustaining Coaching
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 1C
Maintaining coaching momentum across shifting school contexts is a constant challenge. This session helps instructional coaches move from reactive support to a sustainable, systematic model.
Speakers
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Jerod Smith

Sr. Manager of School Partnership, Carnegie Learning
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 1C
  All (K-12), Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

12:20pm EST

Talk, Write, Show — Simple Routines That Strengthen Mathematical Learning
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Piedmont 2
Eliciting frequent responses transforms math learning. This session shows how daily, low‑lift response routines build productive habits, strengthen mathematical understanding, and spark engagement. Participants explore equitable structures that promote math confidence, collaboration and sense‑making in every classroom.
Speakers
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Megan Bain

Nash County Public Schools
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Robin Moseley

3-5 ELA Instructional Specialist, Nash County Public Schools
Robin Moseley is the Elementary 3-5 ELA Specialist for Nash County Public Schools. Ms. Moseley has worked for Nash County Public Schools for 27 years. She has a Master of Arts in Reading Education from East Carolina University. She is certified by the National Board for Professional... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Piedmont 2
  All (K-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

12:20pm EST

Using Data and Visuals to Teach Math, Money, and the Economy!
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 3A
Bring math to life with real-world data. Explore how FRED and other free resources can help students analyze trends, interpret graphs, make predictions, and apply mathematical reasoning to economic and personal finance topics. Participants will leave with engaging activities, ready-to-use lessons, and practical strategies that strengthen data literacy and critical thinking.
Speakers
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Amber Thomas

North Carolina Council on Economic Education (NCCEE)
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 3A
  All (K-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

12:20pm EST

Teaching Through Tasks Making Mathematical Practices Visible
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Piedmont 1
Learn how task based instruction supports Mathematical Practices in daily lessons. Explore how rich tasks, including open middle examples, can highlight multiple practices while promoting reasoning, discourse, and multiple approaches.
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Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Piedmont 1
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

12:20pm EST

The Journey to Mathematical Fluency
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Piedmont 3
We all want our students to be fluent mathematicians but how do we support them in reaching this goal? Join us in examining the intentionally designed progression of K-5 standards that build this journey to fluency of whole number operations and leave with tools and tasks to share with members of your learning community.
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Daniel Greco

WCPSS/Timber Drive Elementary
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Lesley Holley

Instructional Math Coach, Beaufort County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Piedmont 3
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

12:20pm EST

Rethinking Math Instruction Through Teacher Stories
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 1A
Participants will discuss a Kindergarten and a first-grade teacher story focused on mathematical communication and student thinking. Through reflection prompts and collaborative discussion, participants will analyze classroom discourse, instructional decisions, and strategies that support reasoning, explanation, and meaningful mathematical conversations.
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Monica Gonzalez

Associate Professor of Elementary Mathematics Education, East Carolina University
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Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 1A
  Elementary Early (K-2), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

12:20pm EST

Tinker Together: Talk, Transform, and Reimagine the Math Classroom
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 3A
Participants will engage in math activities where they rotate through tasks that blend hands-on exploration and mathematical discourse. It demonstrates how curiosity-driven learning experiences can empower all students to think deeply, communicate mathematically, and build conceptual understanding. Educators will leave with student-centered strategies that make mathematics engaging and meaningful.
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Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 3A
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

12:20pm EST

Spiral Strong: Building Rigor, Confidence, and Results
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 3B
In this session, we will share how daily spiral reviews transformed instruction and student performance across our district for 4th and 8th grade. By focusing on a few key standards every day for two weeks, teachers and students developed a deeper understanding of the rigor and expectations on the EOG.
Speakers
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Sara Starnes

K-12 Curriculum Coordinator, Caldwell County Schools
I have 20 years of experience in education, including teaching both high school and college-level math. For the past 5 years, I’ve served as the K–12 Math Curriculum Coordinator for CCS, where I work to support teachers and strengthen math instruction across all grade levels... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 3B
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

12:20pm EST

Exploring High School/Middle School Geometry Concepts Using Manipulatives
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 3C
This is a hands-on session focusing on the use of Exploragons to develop secondary school geometry concepts. Participants will utilize this versatile manipulative throughout the session and receive a full student set to take home!
Speakers
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Mark Baetz

Consultant, Retired Mathematics Teacher/Administrator
I am a retired mathematics educator/administrator with 34 years of service in Virginia.  I began consulting for EAI back in 2003 while serving as mathematics coordinating teacher in Salem.  I found myself purchasing lots of great stuff from this company and the owner started sending... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 3C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

12:20pm EST

Support the Thinker, Not the Task: Practical Strategies for Productive Struggle in Mathematics
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 1C
When students struggle, our instinct is often to help. But what if that help is preventing the very reasoning we want to develop? Through engaging mathematical tasks and practical classroom strategies, participants will learn how to support student thinking, foster productive struggle, and build a culture where reasoning, discourse, and perseverance thrive.
Speakers
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Joy McCormick

Reidsville Middle School
8th grade math and Math I teacher at Rockingham County Middle School
NCCTM Mini-grant Coordinator
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Justin Cunningham

Reidsville Middle School
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 1C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

12:20pm EST

Supporting Students in Interpreting in Statistics and Data Science
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 3C
This session is designed to support teachers in developing their students’ statistical interpretation skills aligned with the upcoming standards which focus on data-centered investigations. We will provide resources for participants to practice writing interpretations using claims, evidence, and reasoning. Participants will leave with resources for supporting student interpretations of data.
Speakers
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Caitlin Ireland

University of North Carolina Charlotte
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Constant Segbefia

University of North Carolina Charlotte
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Travis Weiland

Assistant Professor, University of North Carolina Charlotte
My career in education began with teaching high school mathematics in the mountains of Western North Carolina. During that time, I began working on a master's degree, which included graduate courses in statistics. I had never taken a course in statistics for my undergraduate course... Read More →
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Nina Sumpter

Guilford County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 3C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

12:20pm EST

Tinkering Through Sticky Points: Interdisciplinary Math in Action
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 1B
Participants will collaborate to analyze two interdisciplinary projects, predict student “sticky points,” and create BINGO boards that gamify the session. Through group discussion, they will explore how to tinker with students through productive struggle, iterative design, and mathematical sense-making in authentic project work. Participants will walk away with ready-to-use project documents.
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Margaret Borden

Woodlawn School
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Amanda Miller

College Planner & Financial Aid Specialist, Pine Lake Prep
Amanda Miller is a financial aid specialist and college advisor who authored the Paying For College in Four Steps resource for College Essay Guy.

Since graduating from Davidson College, Amanda held several roles in the field of education—public middle school math teacher, private test prep tutor, nonprofit college adviser—before finding her calling in the world of financial aid. Since then, she has empowered thousands of... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 1B
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

12:20pm EST

Beyond the Numbers: Standards-Based Data Dives That Drive Instruction
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 2
Data should do more than identify weaknesses. In this session, participants will explore how PLCs use standards-based data dives to analyze student misconceptions, identify instructional gaps, and plan targeted next steps. Learn practical routines for connecting assessment data, standards alignment, intervention planning, and collaborative instructional decision-making.
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Krystal Glasscock

Person High School, Person County Schools
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Amber Long

Person High School/Person County Schools
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Avery Wilborn

Person High School/Person County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 2
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

12:20pm EST

Building Rigor, Relevance, and Vertical Alignment Through Real-World Modeling in Precalculus
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Conference 2
This session explores how AP Precalculus teachers can connect financial literacy to core math concepts while strengthening conceptual understanding, engagement, and AP readiness. Participants will examine vertical alignment from Math 1–3 into AP Precalculus through modeling tasks involving loans, investments, taxation, budgeting, exponential growth, and real-world function analysis.

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Andela Davis

High Point Central High School
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Kimani Roach

High Point Central High School, Guildford County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Conference 2
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

12:20pm EST

Fun Examples of Data Visualization and Modeling with R and RStudio
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Boardroom
Participants can engage with two real data sets (one on penguins and another on a well-known cartoon) using RStudio (free, cloud-based) as we create visualizations that help us learn about the data, note patterns, ask questions, make inferences, and explore models together. Participants' suggestions and questions will guide the presentation.
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Erin McNelis

Associate Professor of Mathematics, Western Carolina University
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Boardroom
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

12:20pm EST

The Magic of Building Thinking Classrooms (title under construction)
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 1B
Participants will be immersed in a thinking classroom experience as they learn some of the key practices of building thinking classrooms. This session is designed for those who are in the early stages of exploring BTC.
Speakers
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Barbara Woodcock

CMS: East Mecklenburg High School
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Samantha Freiberg

CMS: East Mecklenburg High School
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Salem 1B
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

12:20pm EST

Tinkering Together: Bridging Gaps Through Coherence and Belonging
Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 1A
Mathematics becomes meaningful when it is experienced as a connected system, not isolated standards. In this session, participants will tinker together with mapping conceptual connections across grades 6–8 to address unfinished learning. Through interactive examples, teachers will identify power concepts, strengthen coherence, and leave with tools to build understanding, confidence, and...
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Lillie Lanier

Duplin County Schools
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Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 1A
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:30pm EST

Beyond the Graph: Cross-Curricular Data Talks
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 1B
Data links math to the world around us. In this session, we will explore how to implement "Data Talks" to spark curiosity, build critical thinking, and strengthen communication skills. Participants will experience a live data talk and learn how to design data routines that facilitate connections to disciplines such as history, language arts, and computer and environmental sciences.
Speakers
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Julie Bacak

Assistant Professor, University of North Carolina Wilmington
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 1B
  All (K-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:30pm EST

From Blueprint to Breakthrough: Reimagining Your School Through the NC STEM Schools Progress Rubric
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Boardroom
Explore the NC STEM Schools Progress Rubric as a powerful tool for continuous school improvement. Participants will learn to use this rubric as a roadmap to envision and develop high-quality STEM programs. School leaders will gain practical insights to define STEM education and guide school growth. Designed for K–12 educators and administrators, this session supports any stage of the STEM...
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Howard Ginsburg

K-12 Integrative STEM Specialist, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Howard Ginsburg is the K-12 Integrative STEM Specialist for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Since joining NCDPI in 2018, Howard has developed and continues to deliver professional development for teachers, principals, and district leaders to support STEM implementation... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Boardroom
  All (K-12), Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

1:30pm EST

NC2ML Feedback Gathering Session
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 2
Come hear updates from the North Carolina Collaborative for Mathematics Learning (NC2ML). In this session, we will seek input from educators and educational leaders to determine next steps for supporting high quality math instruction, particularly in light of the Revised K12 Math Standards. Topics include supporting data science instruction and revising existing resources, such as instructional...
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Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 2
  All (K-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

1:30pm EST

Engaging in Data Reasoning K-5
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 1A
In this session we will explore interdisciplinary ways of incorporating data reasoning in K-5 classrooms connecting content in mathematics, science, social studies and literacy aligned with the proposed edits to the K-5 standards. Participants will engage in data reasoning activities in small groups with whole group discussions. Resources will be provided that can be used in your classrooms.
Speakers
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Laura Shelton

Marist University
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Travis Weiland

Assistant Professor, University of North Carolina Charlotte
My career in education began with teaching high school mathematics in the mountains of Western North Carolina. During that time, I began working on a master's degree, which included graduate courses in statistics. I had never taken a course in statistics for my undergraduate course... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 1A
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

1:30pm EST

It Takes a Team: How Collaboration Transforms Math Outcomes for Students
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 1C
Improving math outcomes takes a team. Join an administrator, math specialist, interventionist, and teacher as we share how collaboration drives student success. Participants will analyze student work, engage in PLC-style data discussions, explore intervention decisions, and collaborate on action steps while gaining practical tools and strategies they can implement immediately.
Speakers
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Codi Kent

Codi Kent, Mountain Island Charter School
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Chantal vinson

Mountain Island Charter School
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Stephanie Jordan

Mountain Island Charter School
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Courtney Reyes

Mountain Island Charter School
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 1C
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

1:30pm EST

More than Answers; Building Mathematical Identity in K-5
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 3B
Participants will explore how problem-based learning and coherent storytelling in Illustrative Mathematics classrooms build deep understanding, perseverance, and mathematical identity. Through collaborative routines and sense-making experiences, educators will examine how teaching the “why” before the “how” fosters joyful classrooms where all students see themselves as capable...
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Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 3B
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

1:30pm EST

Tinker, Count, Discover: Powerful Tasks and Formative Assessment in K–2 Math
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 3C
Young learners are natural tinkerers who sort, count, and make sense of the world around them. Counting collections gives educators a powerful, low-barrier task that sparks curiosity and reveals what students truly understand. In this session, explore how counting collections and embedded formative assessment tools help PK–2 teachers see and advance student thinking in real time.
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Beth Buice

Great Minds
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 3C
  Elementary Early (K-2), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

1:30pm EST

The Recipe for Rigor: Strategies to Challenge and Inspire Math Learners
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3A
In this high-energy "resource tasting" session, you will sample high-leverage routines connected to the 8 Standards for Mathematical Practice. We will explore a rich menu of tasks including SPLAT!, Open Middle, and Esti-Mysteries. We will even sample vibe coding to see how AI can instantly generate, scaffold, and customize tasks to spark engagement, reasoning, and discourse.
Speakers
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Bethany Orr

5th Grade Teacher, Charlotte Prep
Bethany Orr is a 4th grade teacher with over 20 years of experience in elementary and mathematics instruction. As an active member of NC2ML, she supports curriculum development and professional learning. Passionate about inquiry-based teaching, equity, and engagement, she strives... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3A
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:30pm EST

Lesson Labs: A collaborative structure to deepen teachers' content and pedagogical knowledge.
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 1B
Participants will engage in the components of the lesson lab structure and identify potential application for how this could be used for new standards implementation.
Speakers
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Kristine Schmitt

Instructional Coach, Buncombe County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 1B
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

1:30pm EST

Tinkering Together: Co-Planning as a Pathway to Stronger HQIM Implementation
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 1C
What happens when teachers and coaches collaboratively internalize and co-teach HQIM lessons? Participants will experience pieces of a real co-planning, co-teaching, and debrief protocol used to strengthen curriculum implementation, teacher discourse moves, and collective instructional practice. Leave with structures that build lasting teacher capacity beyond the modeled lesson.
Speakers
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Ashley Burch

Coherent Math Consulting, LLC
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Shonette Simmons

Cumberland County Schools

Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 1C
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

1:30pm EST

Celebrating Student Brilliance in the Math Classroom
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Conference 2
This session explores how to shift the instructional focus from teacher-led demonstration to student-led discovery, using Amplify Desmos Math's digital tools and math language routines to make student thinking the centerpiece of the lesson. Throughout the session, participants will engage in math tasks, taking on the role of both student and facilitator.
Speakers
JC
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Conference 2
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:30pm EST

Compare & Connect: Leveraging Student Reasoning to Strengthen Understanding
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3C
Explore how to leverage the Math Language Routine Compare and Connect to strengthen student understanding. Utilizing authentic student work, we will design discussions that compare and connect how students reason with different representations to solve the same problem. Walk away with practical strategies to elevate student discourse and foster a classroom culture where every voice is valued.
Speakers
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Karen McPherson

Owen High School, Buncombe County Schools
Karen McPherson is a high school math teacher at Owen High School in Buncombe County Schools. She is currently teaching Foundations of Math 1 / Math 1 and Math 3.

A veteran educator with 27 years experience. She has been a classroom teacher and an instructional math coach. She is a National Board-Certified teacher with a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Math Education from UNC-Chapel Hill and MA Ed and Administrative Degrees from Western C... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:30pm EST

Redefining the Math Block: Enhancing Student Outcomes Through Connected Assessment and Practice
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Piedmont 2
Join us as we share Union County Public School’s journey to redefine secondary mathematics instruction, resulting in double‑digit growth over three years. Learn how a strategic, data‑driven approach connected assessment with targeted instruction and practice, empowered PLCs, and enabled teachers to make informed decisions that support continuous progress and improved student outcomes.
Speakers
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Nicole Christie

Renaissance
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Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Piedmont 2
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

1:30pm EST

When Struggle Gets Outsourced: Rethinking Math Tasks in the Age of AI
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 1A
As AI tools like ChatGPT and Photomath become part of students’ daily routines, traditional math tasks face new challenges. Grounded in NCTM’s Principles to Actions and Polya’s problem-solving framework, this session explores how to design tasks and assessments that value reasoning, productive struggle, and deep thinking over speed and answer-getting.
Speakers
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Kurt Salisbury

Presenter, Amplify/Desmos
Kurt Salisbury is a dedicated mathematics educator and researcher with a passion for transforming the student learning experience. Throughout his career, Kurt has championed innovative approaches to mathematics education, creating environments where every learner can unlock and showcase... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 1A
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

1:30pm EST

Connecting Industry to Mathematics Learning – A New Project for N.C.
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Piedmont 3
Explore practical strategies for bringing real-world industry connections into your math classroom. Participants will experience classroom-tested lessons developed with CTE teachers and industry professionals, examine student activities, and leave with ideas and resources to increase student motivation and awareness of needed workplace math and soft skills.
Speakers
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Jay Martin

Current Project Lead for a Perkins funded project to contextualize all entry level math in North Carolina Community Colleges, Wake Technical Community College (Retired)
Teaching math is much more than teaching algorithms for the EOC! What are we doing to prepare our students for the workplace of tomorrow?
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Tamara Ormandy

Teacher, Garner Magnet High School, WCPSS
Tamara Ormandy graduated from North Carolina State University (GO PACK!!!) in 2010 with a degree in Mathematics Education.  She began teaching at Garner Magnet High School in the Spring of 2011 and is currently teaching Precalculus and Math 4.  Tamara has been married to her husband... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Piedmont 3
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

1:30pm EST

Sort of Rational: Supporting Students in Making Sense of Rational Functions
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 3A
Do rational functions make your students irrational? This interactive session will explore strategies to help students move beyond memorizing rules to developing a deeper conceptual understanding of the behavior of rational functions by connecting representations. We will share instructional resources designed to promote sense-making and make rational functions more accessible for all learners.
Speakers
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Barbara Kuehl

UCTM Past President, Open Up Resources/ Mathematics Vision Project

Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Salem 3A
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

1:30pm EST

Strategies and Tips for the ACT
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Conference 1
The presentation will provide teachers with practical ACT test-taking strategies they can implement in their classrooms to help students build confidence and improve performance on the ACT Math section. Participants will explore multiple approaches to solving sample ACT questions. The TI 84CE/TI 84EVO will be the technology of choice; however, the strategies can be implemented on other platforms.
Speakers
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Becky Caison

Retired high school teacher; T^3 Regional Instructor, Retired High School Teacher
I  enjoyed a 34 year teaching career at Williams High School in Burlington.  I later taught for 3.5 years at Cedar Ridge HS in Orange County as well as a short interim at River Mill Charter School as well as returning to Williams for a semester completing 38 years teaching high... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Conference 1
  Secondary High (9-12), No Strand: Proposals that do not align to any of the above strands are still welcome.

1:30pm EST

Tinkering with AI for Access: Using Copilot to Support Multilingual Math Learners
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3B
Secondary math teachers can leverage Microsoft Copilot to design accessible, rigorous tasks for multilingual learners. This session shares real examples of adapting Canvas assignments and redesigning a probability unit using QTEL strategies. Participants will explore how AI supports instructional “tinkering” to improve access, engagement, and mathematical understanding.
Speakers
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Candice Smith

High School Math Teacher, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
I teach Math 2 & Foundations of Math 2. I love teaching inclusion classes with my wonderful EC co-teacher. I'm a single mother and a Christian. My daughter is 16 and just graduated high school 1 year early!! I have rescue fur baby named Dipper, we adopted him 1 year and 3 months ago... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 3B
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

1:30pm EST

Tinker, Notice, & Discuss: Exploring Similarity with Desmos
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Piedmont 1
Participants will engage in the Marcellus the Giant task and explore how technology can support reasoning about similarity. Through analysis of student video clips, participants will consider what teachers can notice about students’ geometric thinking, use of technology, and emerging understandings, while discussing instructional moves that support productive mathematical discourse.
Speakers
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Kayla Chandler

Assistant Professor, East Carolina University
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Ruby Ellis

NC State University
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Michael Hoyes

NC State University
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Gemma Mojica

Director of Hub for Innovation and Research in Statistics and Data Science Education, Institute for Educational Innovation, NC State University
Gemma Mojica is Director of the Hub for Innovation and Research in Statistics and Data Science Education Senior [HI-RiSE] at the Friday Institute at NC State University where she focuses on teaching and learning of statistics, data science and mathematics. She has extensive experience... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Piedmont 1
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:30pm EST

AMTE-NC Community Conversations: Emerging Issues in Mathematics Teacher Education
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 2
Join AMTE-NC members and conference attendees for collaborative conversations around timely issues in mathematics teacher education and K–16 mathematics learning. Participants will engage in dialogue and resource sharing focused on data science in teacher education, sustainable pathways into mathematics teaching, and lesson planning with AI.
Speakers
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Stacey Zimmerman

Assistant Professor, Western Carolina University
A
Thursday November 5, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
Winston 2
  University, Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

2:40pm EST

Future Teacher Curriculum Resource Gallery: Tasks and Instructional Ideas from Preservice Teachers
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 2
Explore innovative mathematics tasks and instructional ideas created by preservice teachers from across North Carolina. This interactive gallery-style session invites conference attendees to engage with future educators, discuss classroom applications, and celebrate emerging voices in mathematics teaching. Sponsored collaboratively by AMTE-NC and NCCTM.
Speakers
SZ

Stacey Zimmerman

Assistant Professor, Western Carolina University
A
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 2
  All (K-12), No Strand: Proposals that do not align to any of the above strands are still welcome.

2:40pm EST

Math Festivals Made Easy: Fewer Logistics, More Joy
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Piedmont 3
Hosting a math festival is easier than you think. Learn how to use a mobile Festival Kit based on Julia Robinson Math Festival activities to create your own joyful math festival. The kit serves up to 100 students at a time, and works in K-12 classrooms, community nights, or school events. Test drive the activities and leave with a plan to use the kit for your own events.
Speakers
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Kim Johnson

Independent Educator, Triangle Math Teachers' Circle

Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Piedmont 3
  All (K-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

2:40pm EST

Math That Sticks: How Coherence Turns Today's Lesson Into Tomorrow's Foundation
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 3C
When math concepts connect across grades, students build knowledge that lasts, and teachers spend less time reteaching and more time moving forward. In this session, explore how a coherent curriculum creates logical progressions that benefit every learner, at every level. Walk away with a clearer picture of vertical and horizontal alignment and what it looks like in practice.
Speakers
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Nikki Grey

Great Minds, Incl
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 3C
  All (K-12), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

2:40pm EST

Tinker, Explore, Discover: An Introduction to the Mathematical and Statistical Processes
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Piedmont 2
You know the Standards for Mathematical Practice (SMPs). But have you seen the Mathematical and Statistical Processes (MSPs)? NCTM's newest framework expands the vision for student thinking. Come tinker with NCTM's Mathematical and Statistical Processes, explore what's changed, what's familiar, and reimagine what mathematical thinking can look like for every student.
Speakers
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Emily Myers

Senior Math Specialist, NCCAT
 Dr. Emily Myers is the Senior Mathematics Specialist at the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT), where she leads professional learning experiences designed to strengthen mathematics teaching and learning across the state. With a deep passion for mathematics... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Piedmont 2
  All (K-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

2:40pm EST

Abs Everyday: Daily habits and the importance of routine to teach deep foundational number sense
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Piedmont 1
Gym rats know: Abdominal muscles recover quickly and are foundational to all other movement.
Teachers create the habits of the classroom. How do we develop deep foundational number sense that impacts virtually all of analytical thinking? What are "The Abs of arithmetic". We will present our argument for quick, engaging visual and structural daily routines that reliably build thinking over time.
Speakers
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Stacy Eleczko

K-8 Math Consultant, Co-author of The Fire & Wire Way, Math Consultant
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Valerie Faulkner

Educational Consultant, Retired - NC State/Wake County/DHHS/Durham County

Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Piedmont 1
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

2:40pm EST

Building LEGO Models to Prove MathUnderstanding
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Boardroom
Participants will experience model building to prove ideas behind math concepts such as place value, fractions, and computational skills.
Speakers
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Shirley Disseler

Professor and CEO BrickED, Catawba College and BrickEd Academy for Learning
I am the author of Brick Math Series and the CEO of BrickEd & More. I am an adjunct professor at HPU and Catawba College, where I teach math methods, design thinking for teachers, and Robotics for teachers.  If you are interested in math training, Brick Math, or field trips to BrickEd... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Boardroom
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

2:40pm EST

From Compliance to Curiosity: Building Productive Math Habits Through Joyful Learning
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 3B
In this interactive session, participants will experience classroom routines that build perseverance, precision, sense-making, and productive struggle while strengthening student identity and belonging.
Speakers
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Olivia Monroy

Halifax COunty Schools
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Rizal Tinaza

K-5 PEH Teacher, Halifax County Schools
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Hazel Vargas

Halifax County Schools
AP
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 3B
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

2:40pm EST

Sharing the Mic: Power and Talk in the Math Classroom
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 3B
Most teachers want student-led talk, yet they often dominate the conversation. This session shares findings from my study of 10 educators on discourse and their instructional visions—what they believe ideally happens in a math classroom. We examine how the balance of power affects discussion. Learn to reframe your authority to empower student voices and create inclusive, talk-rich math spaces.
Speakers
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Emily Chandrasekhar

UNCG
Emily is a mathematics educator and doctoral candidate with a research focus on the interplay of discourse and authority in math classrooms. Drawing on extensive experience in teaching, curriculum development, coaching, and professional development, she is excited to be part of the... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 3B
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

2:40pm EST

From Scraps to Solutions: The Hidden Math in Loose Parts
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 3A
Discover how recycled and found objects transform math learning. Explore how loose parts foster a low-pressure learning environment, concrete thinking, problem-solving, and natural differentiation. Learn practical strategies to make math more accessible, inclusive, and engaging—while maximizing learning with minimal cost. Leave with actionable ideas and inspiration to immediately implement.
Speakers
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Amanda McEwen

Woodland Heights Elementary School
I graduated from UNCC in December 2010. Since graduation, I have taught Pre-K, TK, Kindergarten (6 years) and 1st (1 year). I have studied the social and emotional development of a child, the sociology of families and really focused of building relationships with students and their... Read More →
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 3A
  Elementary Early (K-2), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

2:40pm EST

No More “Just Flip It”: Rethinking Fraction Instruction in Grades 3–5
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Conference 2
Why do students who can “do” fraction problems still struggle to explain them? Too often, fraction instruction jumps to rules and procedures before students build a strong conceptual foundation. This session unpacks a coherent progression of fraction understanding from grades 3–5, showing how manipulatives and real-world contexts can support deeper reasoning and long-term retention.
Speakers
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Ashley Sturgill

Caleb's Creek Elementary in Forsyth County
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Conference 2
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

2:40pm EST

Coaching Conversations: Learning Together, Leading Together
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 1B
This interactive session combines brief presentations from four math coaches with structured networking conversations. Participants will reflect on coaching experiences, discuss challenges and successes in standards implementation, and collaborate with peers to identify practical tools and strategies that promote coherence, collective impact, and sustainable improvement.
Speakers
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Lori Haight

North Lincoln High School, Lincoln County
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Tina Robinson

Math Coach and Teacher, East Lincoln High School, Lincoln County
I am a math 1, math4,  discrete, lead teacher and math coach at my school. You can ask me about any of those courses.
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Susan Wagoner

West Lincoln High School, Lincoln Co Schools
KW
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 1B
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

2:40pm EST

Incorporating Number Sense and Data Science into your Classroom Daily
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 3C
This presentation will go over common Number Sense Routines that teachers can incorporate into their classroom daily, with a focus on including data science as part of the routines to encourage discourse around the topic.
Speakers
avatar for Lori Sugg

Lori Sugg

8th Grade Math Teacher, Grover C Fields Middle School, Craven County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 3C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

2:40pm EST

Inside the Modeling Cycle: An Immersive Experience for Educators
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 1C
Roll up your sleeves and join us for an immersive mathematical modeling task that takes you through the full modeling cycle, and explore how we can facilitate it for our students. We'll compare strategies, surface misconceptions, and reflect on how your experience as a learner can shape the way you teach modeling, leaving with practical insights for the classroom.
Speakers
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Bailey Hall

Brunswick County Schools
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Barbara Beske

Coherent Math
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 1C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

2:40pm EST

Intermediate Building Thinking Classrooms
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 1C
Designed for teachers who are familiar with the Building Thinking Classroom Framework, the session would be divided into two parts. Part 1 would identify challenges of BTC and discuss applications to support BTC in practice. Part 2 will provide a space for teachers to share strategies they have tried, both the success and failures, along with brainstorming new strategies to try.
Speakers
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Alexander Matta

Rockingham Early College High School, Rockingham County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 1C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

2:40pm EST

Questions, Questions, Questions...Why should I plan my questions?
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 1A
Participants will explore different types of questions to ask students and discuss the student thinking those questions will bring to the surface. Teachers will walk away with some great questions to keep in their back pocket to use with their classes.
Speakers
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Jennifer Grove

Secondary Math Coordinator, Guilford County Schools
ML
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Salem 1A
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

2:40pm EST

Leveraging AI and Problem Posing to Foster More Engagement with Word Problems
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 3A
Participants will explore problem posing as a pedagogical tool for developmental math students. Following a brief introduction to problem-posing frameworks and AI integration, attendees will work through a hands-on lab experience, posing, modifying, and reflecting on mathematical word problems with AI scaffolding support.
Speakers
MB
OG

Özge Gün

Bartin University
JS

John Sevier

Instructor, Appalachain State Univesity
[email protected]
DT

Daniela Tirnovan

University of South Alabama
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 3A
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

2:40pm EST

More Than an Answer: Using AI to Promote Reflective Math Learning
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Conference 1
What happens when students complete brief learning reflections with genAI after class? This session shares findings from a semester-long study on AI-facilitated student reflections and metacognition in Calculus I. Attendees will learn about a practical AI reflection framework, apply it, and consider study findings. Presentation is designed for any educator curious about AI as a thinking tool.
Speakers
AC
AT
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Conference 1
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

2:40pm EST

Reality of Money® for Educators
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 1A
State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) recognizes the importance of financial education, with employees across the state trained to serve as presenters on various consumer topics. Join us to learn about the interactive financial education program, Reality of Money®, how it ties to real life and classroom curriculum, and how to partner with SECU to bring this program to your school.
Speakers
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Erin Roache

State Employees' Credit Union
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Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 1A
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

2:40pm EST

Balance the Unknown: Hands-On Equations for Deep Mathematical Thinking
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 1B
In this interactive session, educators explore how hands-on equations can develop algebraic thinking through meaningful problem-solving. Participants will use manipulatives, visual models, and collaborative tasks to represent and solve equations while connecting. Leave with ready-to-use strategies that build conceptual understanding and mathematical discourse.
Speakers
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LaChrista Jackson

Wallace Elementary School, Duplin County Schools
CJ

Consuelo Johnson

Teacher, Duplin County Schools
Thursday November 5, 2026 2:40pm - 3:40pm EST
Winston 1B
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

4:00pm EST

Awards Cermony
Thursday November 5, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Salem 2
Come join us as we celebrate our 2026 award winners and share news and updates from NCCTM.
Thursday November 5, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Salem 2
 
Friday, November 6
 

9:50am EST

Every Student Thinking: Creating Collaborative Math Classrooms
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Piedmont 2
Participants will engage in random groups to solve collaborative thinking tasks at vertical workspace, and experience instructional strategies that increase engagement, discourse, and productive struggle in math classrooms. Tasks will model structures that shift students from passive learners to active thinkers, followed by discussion of the benefits and practical implementation strategies.
Speakers
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Tiffany Stewart

EGHS, Grier Middle School, Gaston County
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Piedmont 2
  All (K-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

9:50am EST

The EL Advantage: Finding the ‘Right’ Angle for English Success with NotebookLM
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Conference 2
Participants will use NotebookLM’s video tools to visualize math structures for learners, with the focus on English Learners. Through collaborative design, we’ll explore how AI-driven summaries highlight regularity across grades. By bridging language gaps and conceptual understanding, participants build pathways that support long-term mathematical development for all learners.
Speakers
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Leesa Robinson

math teacher, McDowell High School
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Jada McMahan

McDowell High School
CH

Candice Hyatt

ELA, East McDowell Middle School
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Conference 2
  All (K-12), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

9:50am EST

Trust but Verify: A Research-Based Checklist for Reviewing AI-Generated Math Lessons
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Piedmont 1
AI can draft a math lesson in seconds but is it accurate, aligned, and worth teaching? Participants will work in teams to audit a real AI-generated lesson using a vendor-neutral checklist grounded in emerging research and NC DPI guidance, then leave with a printable do/don't framework they can use and share with colleagues immediately.
Speakers
MS

Meetal Shah

Instructure
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Piedmont 1
  All (K-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

9:50am EST

Math Main Idea: Making Sense of Math Stories
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 3B
This session will focus on how the math main idea is the missing piece that bridges the gap for students who struggle to comprehend what they are being asked to figure out in a number story. Teachers will engage in hands on collaborative activities that will enhance their understanding of the math main idea and will participate in turn and talk activities to clarify ideas.
Speakers
JR

Julie Russo

Owner-Structures of Equality, K-5 Math Consultant and Author of The Fire & Wire Way-Daily Routines to Sytematically Build Foundational Number Sense and Structures of Equality-Putting comprenhension first: A framework for teaching word problems (release date summer 2026)
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 3B
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

9:50am EST

The Future of Core Curriculum: The one-size-fits all era is over
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 1A

Explore how schools are moving beyond one-size-fits-all instruction toward a more personalized approach to math learning. In this session, you’ll discover strategies for combining core instruction, differentiation, assessment, and real-time data to better support every learner and drive stronger student outcomes.
Speakers
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Casey Ball

IXL Learning
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 1A
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

9:50am EST

The Power of Productive Struggle
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 1A
What happens when we stop rescuing students and start building perseverance? In this interactive session, participants will tackle a rich math task, explore powerful questioning strategies, and experience how productive struggle transforms student thinking, engagement, and ownership in the math classroom.
Speakers
CB

Catherine Bayliss

Roger Bell New Tech Academy, Craven County Schools
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Laura Wilson

Roger Bell New Tech Academy, Craven County Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 1A
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

9:50am EST

Tinkering with Data: Leveraging Student Thinking to Drive Daily Math Moves
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 1B
What happens after the data meeting ends? This session invites educators to tinker together with student data to move from results to responsive instruction. Participants use a 4 Square Data Dig Protocol to analyze student thinking, identify misconceptions, and guide instructional moves while engaging students in making sense of their own errors.
Speakers
CG

Caroline Graebe

Turner Creek Elementary
SH
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 1B
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

9:50am EST

Modeling in a K-2 Classroom
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 3A
Building a strong mathematical foundation starts with modeling. The CRA model has long been the approved method to making abstract concepts understandable for students. We will look at a wide variety of models commonly used in the K-2 classroom and learn why they are effective and ways in which they can be improved.
Speakers
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Ryan Dougherty

Director of Sales, Brainingcamp
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 3A
  Elementary Early (K-2), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

9:50am EST

Tasks and Discourse that Supports Understanding of Fraction Operations
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 1B
This session will describe key principles for supporting students in truly understanding operations with fractions. We will focus on the importance of verbal representations of fractions and the operations, connecting reasoning to problem contexts, and representations that help students understand when and how to find common denominators and why the “multiply across” algorithm works.
Speakers
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Luke Reinke

UNC Charlotte
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 1B
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

9:50am EST

Think, Reason, and Grow: High-Leverage Math Tasks that Work
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 2
Ignite your students' curiosity with tasks that demand more than just the right answer. This session explores NC-aligned math experiences that prioritize conceptual understanding, discourse, and reasoning. We'll examine how to implement high-leverage tasks that build student thinking, confidence, and a lifelong joy for learning.
Speakers
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Dr. Kitty Rutherford

WPU Professor of Elementary Mathematics Education, William Peace University
Kitty Rutherford
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 2
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

9:50am EST

Lessons Learned from the North Carolina Mathematics Coaching Network
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Piedmont 3
This session reports lessons learned from the design and implementation of a statewide support system for mathematics coaches, the North Carolina Mathematics Coaching Network (NCMCN). In the session, participants will learn about the goals of NCMCN, explore the underlying design of the NCMCN, and hear from participating coaches as they share what they learned.
Speakers
NC
NK
JP

Jennifer Parker

K-5 Math Consultant, NC DPI, NC DPI
JR

Joe Reaper

6-12 Math Consultant, NC DPI
Joseph Reaper is a 6-12 Math Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. 
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Piedmont 3
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

9:50am EST

Hack the Brain: Using Cognitive Science to Build Math Memory that Sticks
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 1C
Ready to hack the brain? Join us to explore how cognitive science transforms math retention. You’ll experience a "Working Memory Challenge" to see where learning breaks down, then tinker with explicit modeling techniques to reduce load. Finally, we’ll collaborate to design "4-Box Power Mini Sets"—a practical spiral review tool designed to beat the forgetting curve and make math stick!
Speakers
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Sarah Lefebvre

Curriculum Facilitator, Union County Public Schools
Proud employee and alumna of Union County Public Schools Passionate about Math Instruction, Teacher Recruitment, and Equity in Schools2024 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC SW Region Teacher of the Year2023 NCCTM Outstanding Secondary Mathematics TeacherAppalachian State Alum ('05 BS Elementary... Read More →
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Brittany Slaughter

Union County Public Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 1C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

9:50am EST

Make it Make Sense
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 2
Participants will engage in hands-on math tasks, visual modeling, and collaborative discussions to experience sense-making in action. They will analyze misconceptions, explore conceptual strategies, and apply the Why Protocol through reflection and small-group problem-solving, leaving with practical tools for immediate classroom use
Speakers
JO

James O'Neal

Mastery For All
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 2
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

9:50am EST

Trauma-Informed STEM: Building Resilience Through Design
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 3C
Participants will explore real classroom STEM projects, reflect on how feedback and revision build resilience, and collaborate in small groups to design a project-based activity that encourages students to learn from mistakes, improve through feedback, and build confidence.
Speakers
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Lori Poteat

McDowell Academy For Innovation
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 3C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

9:50am EST

Crafting Investigative Experiences for AP Statistics Students
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Boardroom
Along with the updated Course and Exam Description (CED) for AP Statistics the College Board has announced an update to the annual AP Statistics Exam. One of the primary differences is that Part 2 of the exam will have students work through four investigative questions. During this session teachers will learn what questions like these entail and learn how to craft them for their students.
Speakers
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Rob Sharpe

AP Statistics, Precalculus, Charlotte Latin School
Howdy!

This is my 22nd year teaching high school math. For most of those years I've been teaching AP Statistics and along the way I have taught nearly every other high school math class. Over the years I've grown to really enjoy working with teachers to help them create, hopefully, more meaningf... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Boardroom
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

9:50am EST

Desmos in Action: Engaging Lessons for High School Math Teachers
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 1C
Explore how Desmos can transform NC Math 1 and Math 3 instruction through engaging, student-centered lessons. Participants will experience ready-to-use activities that promote conceptual understanding, mathematical discourse, problem solving, and formative assessment while increasing student engagement and interaction.
Speakers
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Bismark Owusu Ansah

Seaforth High School, Chatham County. East Carolina University
PP
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 1C
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

9:50am EST

Exploring Multiple Representations With Spreadsheets
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Conference 1
Participants will explore how to design spreadsheets that model real-world situations and connect multiple mathematical representations, such as equations, tables, and graphs. This session will focus on using spreadsheets to model systems of equations in meaningful real-world contexts.
Speakers
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Kaitlyn Dry

The North Carolina Leadership Academy
Kaitlyn Dry is a current 7th grade math teacher at The North Carolina Leadership Academy in Kernersville, NC. Prior to teaching at The North Carolina Leadership Academy, Kaitlyn taught 8th grade math and Math 1 in Davidson County Schools. She has experience helping EC and Academically... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Conference 1
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

9:50am EST

Building Thinking and Belonging: A Science-Informed Approach to Math Engagement
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 3C
This interactive session connects the science of learning, Peter Liljedahl’s research on Building Thinking Classrooms, and progressive math curricula to foster productive habits, student confidence, and joy. Explore routines and structures that promote perseverance, sense-making, and belonging, while supporting social-emotional well-being through equitable math practices.
Speakers
MR

Michelle Reich

Duke School
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 3C
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

9:50am EST

Recognize, Repair, Reinforce: Closing Mathematical Gaps Before They Grow
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 3B
Analyze student work, data, and common misconceptions to identify gaps in mathematical understanding. Working collaboratively, they will apply the 3 R's—Recognize, Repair, and Reinforce—to diagnose root causes, design targeted interventions, and develop reinforcement strategies. Participants will leave with practical tools and protocols for proactively closing learning gaps before they grow.
Speakers
KL

Krishyl Laderas

Anson County School District
VJ

Vic Jomar Laderas

Anson Middle School
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Winston 3B
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 3: Structure, Coherence & Mathematical Pathways

9:50am EST

Take your time back: Learn how to teach any AI chatbot to make your class materials in minutes
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 3A
Learn how to capture your preferred layout and structure for class materials and teach it to any AI chatbot. By creating a portable, reusable style guide, you can instantly generate new, customized worksheets or quizzes with a single prompt. This flips preparation time from hours to minutes, ensuring every piece of material reflects your professional quality and saving you significant time.
Speakers
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Danial Nijhout-Rowe

Computer Science Instructor, North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
Friday November 6, 2026 9:50am - 10:50am EST
Salem 3A
  Secondary Middle (6-8), No Strand: Proposals that do not align to any of the above strands are still welcome.

11:00am EST

Access Without Limits: Supporting Students with Disabilities in Math Class
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Piedmont 1
This session shares practical strategies to help students with disabilities access grade-level math. Participants will explore chunking, visual supports, guided practice, and structured student talk. Real examples show how to maintain high expectations while providing support. Attendees will leave with tools they can use right away.
Speakers
CM

Carla McCain

Guilford County Schools - The Academy At Lincoln
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Piedmont 1
  All (K-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:00am EST

Making Meaning of Math Lingo: Teaching the Language and Discourse of Math
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 3B
Math teachers know that math is more than just graphs and equations. There's a wealth of language required to interact with math content effectively. We also know the frustration of asking students to show their work and explain their reasoning/thinking. This session will provide concrete strategies you can apply immediately to help all students develop both vocabulary and discourse in math.
Speakers
NP
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 3B
  All (K-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:00am EST

Not Just Numbers: Literacy Strategies That Unlock Mathematical Thinking
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Piedmont 2
Think you're just a "math teacher?" Think again! Many students struggle in math not because of gaps in computation, but due to challenges with language comprehension, vocabulary, and making connections between concepts. This session bridges literacy and math by highlighting how evidence-based literacy practices can strengthen mathematical understanding, discourse, and problem-solving.
Speakers
avatar for Mindy Mayer

Mindy Mayer

K-12 District Instructional Coach, NCDPI, Office of Early Learning, Person County Schools
Mindy Mayer is entering her 16th year in education! Throughout her career she has served as an elementary teacher, AIG teacher, elementary Reading Specialist, elementary Instructional Coach and now as a K-12 District Instructional Coach, interacting with ALL elementary teachers as... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Piedmont 2
  All (K-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:00am EST

From Models to Meaning: Insights on Fraction Learning Through Patterns® Professional Learning
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 2
Teachers will engage in student-facing fraction tasks that deepen understanding of elementary fraction concepts using multiple representations, visual models, and collaborative problem solving. Drawing on outcomes from 70+ teacher participants in Carnegie Learning’s 30-hour Patterns course, this session highlights how rich fraction experiences strengthen reasoning about magnitude and...
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Speakers
JD
AD
SF
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 2
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:00am EST

Students Love a Challenge: Game On!
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 2
Discover how to boost engagement and deepen mathematical thinking through purposeful games in K–5 classrooms. This session explores strategies for using games to build fluency, problem-solving, and collaboration—turning practice into meaningful, motivating learning experiences for all students.
Speakers
SM

Shawn Miller

DC Virgo Preparatory Academy -UNCW Lab School
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 2
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

11:00am EST

The Art of the Math Warm-Up: Music, Visual Arts, and Mathematical Thinking
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 3C
Explore how music and visual arts can transform K–5 math warm-ups into engaging learning experiences. Participants will experience arts-integrated routines aligned to elementary math standards that promote creativity, discourse, representation, and problem-solving. Attendees will leave with classroom-ready activities that build mathematical thinking through music, visual art, and collaboration.
Speakers
AT
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 3C
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:00am EST

Tinker Like a Student: Feeling the Struggle of Learning Place Value
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 1C
Participants will explore place value through a hands-on base 5 lesson designed to mirror the experience of students learning mathematics for the first time. Through modeling, discourse, and problem solving, participants will reflect on productive struggle and examine concrete strategies, representations, and instructional routines that strengthen place value understanding in the base 10 system.
Speakers
KC
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 1C
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:00am EST

Tinkering with Manipulatives: Modeling Mistakes to Learn
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 3C
Participants will hands‑on tinker with manipulatives to intentionally build incorrect solutions, record and categorize those error models, and analyze the class “data” to surface common misconception patterns. Through guided discussion and quick routines, teachers practice facilitation moves and leave with ready prompts, and corrective reasoning strategies to use tomorrow.
Speakers
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Dustin Best

Elementary Math Coordinator, Hoke County Schools
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Robyn Peters

Academic Coach, Scurlock Elementary
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 3C
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:00am EST

Beyond the Numbers: Creating Meaningful Data Systems that Empower Teachers and Students
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 3A
Let's be honest—teachers collect a lot of data. The real challenge is using it in ways that support learning without creating more work. In this interactive session, we'll explore simple, practical data systems that help guide instruction, empower students to track their growth, and make data meaningful in the elementary math classroom.
Speakers
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Terri Watson

5th grade, Next Generation Academy
JO

Joannie Oates

Next Generation Academy

Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 3A
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

11:00am EST

From Hands to Rules: Using Concrete Materials to Build Algebraic Generalizations
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 1B
During this session, participants will engage in an algebra task as learners. They will discover the importance of guiding students through five critical phases. First, by establishing a concrete representation, then building a table, followed by writing an equation, and making a generalization. Finally, participants will collaborate with peers to design or modify an elementary algebra task.
Speakers
avatar for Julia Schnegg

Julia Schnegg

Graduate Research Assistant, North Carolina State University
Julia Schnegg is an NC State University doctoral student and a Project AIM-Next research assistant.  She began her career as an elementary school teacher and went on to receive an M.A.Ed. in Mathematics Education with a concentration in Elementary Mathematics from East Carolina University... Read More →
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Yan Smith-Thomas

PhD Candidate - Teacher Education and Learning Sciences, North Carolina State University
JS
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 1B
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:00am EST

Busy Isn’t Thinking: Using Classroom Evidence to Coach for Cognitive Lift
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 1C
Participants will examine classroom snapshots to determine whether students are simply busy or truly doing the mathematical thinking. Through evidence sorts, case studies, and coaching practice, they will identify where the cognitive lift lives and leave with tools to turn observations into next steps that strengthen discourse, ownership, and reasoning.
Speakers
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Tiffany Fele

Math Teacher, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 1C
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

11:00am EST

Complex numbers demonstrated by color segments and areas
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Boardroom
In this model, 1, -1. i. -i are called four basic colors, white, black, red, green, respectively. A complex number describe a segment with a length and color. Two segment z1and z2 can formed a rectangle with area z1* z2. Therefore we can show the formula (a+b)^2 when they are even negative and imaginary numbers. We can demonstrate quadratic formula when the roots are complex. DIY chance.
Speakers
YW

Yuchuan Wei

Heart math Tutoring
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Boardroom
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:00am EST

Computational Thinking in Math: Using AI Models and Minds
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 1A
In this session we will explore the intersection of mathematics, computational thinking and AI. Using their own devices, participants will complete a math task supported by AI and the critical thinking lens of computational thinking. They will reflect on their experience, discuss practical approaches for implementing these ideas, and consider implications for their own teaching practice.
Speakers
CG

Christopher Gordon

Lenoir-Rhyne
SM
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 1A
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:00am EST

More than Just the Right Answer: Modeling in the Modern K-12 Classroom
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Piedmont 3
The session will provide an opportunity for participants to review the GAIMME and GAISSE II reports and explore mathematical and statistical modeling and its role in a modern-day classroom. Participants will compare typical mathematical classroom experiences with a modeling classroom experience and discover the Iterative and interdisciplinary nature of the modeling process.
Speakers
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Lisa Ashe

Secondary Mathematics Consultant, NC DPI
Lisa Ashe is a Secondary Mathematics Consultant with the NC Department of Public Instruction. Prior to coming to the state department, she has been a high school mathematics teacher, a school-based math instructional facilitator and a PK-12 District Curriculum Specialist.
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Tammy Lackey

K-8 Math Consultant, NC DPI
Tammy Lackey is a 6-12 Math Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. 
JR

Joe Reaper

6-12 Math Consultant, NC DPI
Joseph Reaper is a 6-12 Math Consultant for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. 
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Piedmont 3
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:00am EST

Rebuilding Student Discourse in the Classroom
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Conference 2
Participants will learn various routines to encourage student discourse in the math classroom. This learning will happen through watching video, live demonstration, article reading, and exploring student work artifacts. After interacting with the items connected to the routines, participants will engage in discussion about the routines to compare and contrast them and plan for implementation.
Speakers
DM

Daniel Miller

Dudley High School, Guilford County Schools, NC
BW

Beatrice Wilkerson

Dudley High School, Guilford County Schools, NC
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Conference 2
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:00am EST

Connecting, Empowering, and Preparing Through Co-Teaching
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 3A
This session shares a school’s journey to improve outcomes for diverse learners through strong collaboration among district, school, and teachers. Presenters will highlight practical tools for scheduling, co-teaching, and professional development supporting general and special education teachers.
Speakers
HF

Heather Freeman

Wilkes Central High, Wilkes Co Schools
WG

Wendy Gordon

EC teacher, Wilkes Central High, Wilkes Co Schools
HR

Hannah Reece

Wilkes Central High, Wilkes Co
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 3A
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

11:00am EST

Tinkering Through the Unit Circle
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 1B
A collaborative, hands-on session where participants build the unit circle with manipulatives and use their discoveries to develop the parent graphs of the sine and cosine functions.
Speakers
KC

Kristi Connally

Bradford Preparatory School
TR

Todd Rackowitz

Bradford Preparatory School
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 1B
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

11:00am EST

Utilizing Desmos in the Advance Placement Math Environment
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Conference 1
This session would be an informative demonstration on the best practices of utilizing desmos in the 3 AP math classes. Participants would be presented with instructional handouts as well as online activities within the Amplify Classroom environment. The session is designed to prepare AP teachers to help their students best utilize the desmos calculator within their AP math classes.
Speakers
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John Mathis

Seaforth High School, Chatham County
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Conference 1
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

11:00am EST

Low-Prep, High-Engagement: 8 Math Activities You Can Use Tomorrow
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 1A
Participants will actively engage in a variety of low-prep, high-engagement math activity through hands-on practice and discussion. They will experience classroom-ready strategies that build math reasoning, increase participation, and support diverse learners.
Speakers
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Rhonda Taylor

Teacher/Faculty, Pilot Mountain Middle School, Surry County Schools
My name is Rhonda Taylor. I'm a 6th grade math teacher at Pilot Mountain Middle School in Pilot Mountain, NC. I love teaching math because there's always something new to learn or a new strategy to approach a skill. As a math teacher, my goal is to teach my students to be math thinkers... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Salem 1A
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

11:00am EST

Tinkering in Middle School -Making Math Hands on for Middle School Students
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 3B
This presentation will explore several hands on methods for teaching middle school concepts such as solving equations, integer operations, Percent, proportionality and more with engaging games and hands on materials that are readily available to teachers. Each participant will leave with a digital folder of games and ideas to take back to their classroom.
Speakers
JS

Joy Southwell

Wake County Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EST
Winston 3B
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

12:10pm EST

This session explores how strategic ALEKS implementation in Math 1 – Math 3 strengthens EOC proficiency while building durable foundational skills that support success through PreCalculus. Discover data-driven practices, classroom strategies, and student
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Piedmont 2

Speakers
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Jennifer Grablin

Math 1, Math 2 , Department Chair, Seaforth High School

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Jamie West

Seaforth High School

Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Piedmont 2

12:10pm EST

4 Classroom Practices That Increase Student Proficiency
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 2
We will discuss four classroom practices that I have adopted that transformed my students into more motivated learners. As a result of these four easy adjustments to my classroom practice, I was able to increase student proficiency tremendously! We will go into detail what they are, why they work, and how they can be implemented into any classroom at any level.
Speakers
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Rachelle Williams

Teacher, Wilson Academy of Applied Technology, Wilson County Schools
I am a high school math teacher for Wilson County Schools. I teach face-to-face at one of our county's early college high schools and I teach virtually at our county's online academy. I have taught all levels of math from 6th grade math to high school Math 4, but I have the most experience... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 2
  All (K-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

12:10pm EST

Developing Thinking Classrooms: K-12 Strategies that Empower Student Agency
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 2
From Peter Liljedahl’s groundbreaking research in Building Thinking Classrooms. Experience how to create rich thinking tasks, implement random groups to foster collaborative equity and transform classroom discourse through vertical non-permanent surfaces. Collaborate, unpack the structural shifts of a thinking environment, and walk away with immediate tools to build mathematical identity
Speakers
MB
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 2
  All (K-12), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

12:10pm EST

Seeing the Story in the Data: Using NotebookLM to Support Student Achievement
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 1A
Educators will explore how to use NotebookLM to analyze student performance data, identify trends, uncover misconceptions, & design instructional supports Participants will examine how AI can support data-driven planning, strengthen MTSS, improve vertical alignment, and create meaningful interventions that move beyond compliance to purposeful action focused on student growth and achievement.
Speakers
avatar for Allyson Medlin

Allyson Medlin

District Digital Teaching & Learning, Davidson County Schools
I am an educator with 20 years of experience, I spent 17 years inspiring students in upper elementary classrooms before transitioning to a Digital Teaching and Learning Coach. This is my 4th year in this role. I have had a lifelong passion for technology, believing that using technology... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 1A
  All (K-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

12:10pm EST

Game On! Enhance K-8 Math and Language by “Tinkering” with Hands On Games
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Piedmont 3
Discover how math games act as the ultimate "tinkering" tools. This session explores how hands-on games raise the bar for mathematical communication. Dive into ready-to-use activities that boost mental math, foster peer-to-peer discourse, and turn skill practice into a playful, collaborative exploration.
Speakers
LS

Latonya Simpson

Savvas Learning Company
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Piedmont 3
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

12:10pm EST

Making Math Visible: Using C-R-A as a Hands-On Pathway to Deepen Mathematical Reasoning
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 3A
Explore how the Concrete–Representational–Abstract (C-R-A) framework helps students build deep mathematical understanding through hands-on exploration, visual models, and symbolic reasoning. Participants will engage in grade-band tasks while exploring strategies that promote reasoning, discourse, equitable access, and meaningful student thinking in mathematics.
Speakers
MB

Marcie Boutin

Sandy Grove Elementary School, Hoke County Schools, Raeford, NC

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Nadia Bennett

Don Steed Elementary, Hoke County Schools, Raeford, NC
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 3A
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

12:10pm EST

Strengthening Number Understanding through Units Coordination
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 3B
Why do students start back at "one" every time they add? It’s all about the numerical composite—that "lightbulb moment" when a child sees "8" as a container of units rather than just a sequence. This shift is pivotal to moving from counting-all to efficient counting-on. We will watch videos of students, analyze their thinking, discuss tasks, and share useful structures for formative...
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Speakers
avatar for Melissa Gallagher

Melissa Gallagher

Senior Research & Evaluation Specialist, Integrow Numeracy Solutions
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Jessica Hunt

Associate Professor, College of Education/Friday Institute for Educational Innovation, NC State University
Dr. Jessica Hunt’s research supports a re-conceptualization of research and instructional practice using practices from both mathematics education and special education such that students with disabilities can build mathematics proficiency.  Specifically, she designs and tests... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 3B
  Elementary Early (K-2), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

12:10pm EST

Low Floor, High Ceiling, Zero Stress: Adaptable Math Games for Grades 4 - 6
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 1B
Every math classroom has students requiringing foundational support alongside those ready for a challenge. How do we engage everyone without planning separate lessons? Low-Floor, High-Ceiling games of course! In this interactive workshop, try a suite of easy, adaptable games for grades 4–6. Leave with a minimal-prep toolkit (using dice, cards, or paper) that differentiates and sparks math talk.
Speakers
avatar for Kelly Riley

Kelly Riley

Morehead City Elementary School at Camp Glenn, Carteret County Public Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 1B
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

12:10pm EST

Statistics activities to help grades 3-5 teachers exceed standards with engaging data lesson plans
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Boardroom
This session will prepare teachers to work with data in the classroom, supporting the proposed NC State Standards for measurement and data in grades 3 to 5. Participants will work through hands-on, student-ready activities to help build understanding of variability, data collection, visualization, and developing statistical questions using categorical, numeric and time-based numeric data.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Costello

Michael Costello

First Year Doctoral Student in the Department of Teaching and Learning in STEM Education, Mathematics and Statistics Education Concentration, NC State University, College of Education
Michael is a former secondary mathematics and Advanced Placement (AP) Statistics teacher with a Master’s degree in applied statistics. His relationship with Statistics had a rocky beginning, but the support and friendships he found in the AP Statistics community helped him to learn... Read More →
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Prime Sagala

NC State University, College of Education
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Boardroom
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

12:10pm EST

Strengthening PLCs Through Reflective Journaling
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 3B
This session reframes PLCs into collaborative experiences where teacher expertise is amplified. Participants will analyze short journals used within PLC meetings, experience a journaling cycle, and plan its implementation. Teacher leaders will discover how journals can become an essential tool for building actionable teacher knowledge and supporting implementation of new mathematics standards.
Speakers
RA
JM
LP
TW
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 3B
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

12:10pm EST

Practical Changes to Capture Student Brilliance
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 3C
During this session participants will learn about small suggestions that can be put into action in the classroom immediately. These practices focus on highlighting and elevating student thinking while increasing student engagement. We will engage participants in learning about three instructional nudges that center the brilliance of students' thinking during group work and wrapping up a lesson.
Speakers
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F. Paul Wonsavage

Research Associate, University of Florida - Lastinger Center
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 3C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

12:10pm EST

Raising the Bar (Model)
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 1C
We often tell students to draw a picture to help them make sense of geometry problems. But what about algebraic ones? We will investigate how to use bar models, often used in elementary school mathematics but overlooked in secondary mathematics, to represent and solve linear word problems.
Speakers
avatar for Shannon Patton

Shannon Patton

6th Grade - Math 2 Mathematics Content Coach, Davie County Schools
I am a graduate of NC State University (BS - Secondary Mathematics Education, BS - Middle Grades Mathematics & Science Education) and of the University of Georgia (EdS, MEd - Secondary Mathematics Education).

I have taught mathematics/mathematics education at various levels (Cary High School, Lufkin Road Middle School, NC State University, Bethlehem Angels Preschool, Davie County High School) since 1998. I am currently serving my home school district as a 6th Grade-Math 2 Mathematics Content... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 1C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

12:10pm EST

Scaling Up Thinking: Tinkering with Proportional Reasoning
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Conference 1
Transform the way students think about mathematics through the power of proportional reasoning! Engage in hands-on tasks, multiple representations, student thinking, and high-impact instructional strategies that strengthen reasoning across grades 6-8 and into high school. Leave with ready-to-use tasks, tools, and PLC protocols to support meaningful mathematical thinking and collaboration.
Speakers
CE
DR
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Conference 1
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

12:10pm EST

Robot Soccer - Applying Coordinate Plane Knowledge with Spheros
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Piedmont 1
Participants will apply their knowledge of the coordinate plane to write methods for Sphero Bolt+ robots to move in various directions. No coding experience is required, we will walk everyone through creating the methods regardless of coding experience. The methods can then be used to code the Bolt+ to move around a soccer field mat. The workshop will end with a robot soccer game.
Speakers
JJ

Jeanette Juran

STEAM Coordinator, Salem Academy
KP
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Piedmont 1
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

12:10pm EST

Using Samples to Make Inferences About Populations
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 3A
In this session, we will learn how to use data from a sample to make informal inferences about populations parameters, using randomization and simulation, and assess the validity of a predicted value.
Speakers
KC
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 3A
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

12:10pm EST

Wait, That's Math? Making Cross-Curricular Connections to Prompt Student Thinking
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 1C
Using examples that connect into other disciplines -- such as sciences and history -- can help students think about mathematics in different ways, as well as provide low-floor/high-ceiling entry points for engagement. Using activities from my classes, attendees will participate in modeling and discussion that pulls in cross-curricular content.
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Morgan

Stephanie Morgan

Haywood Early College, Haywood County Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 1C
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

12:10pm EST

Division with Fractions: More than just “Keep, Change, Flip”
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 1A
In this session, participants will engage in problems that allow them to explore division of fractions using a variety of manipulatives and models. Participants will walk away with a stronger understanding of why the process “keep, change, flip” works when dividing with fractions in connection with the conceptual understanding of division.
Speakers
avatar for Rashmi Singh

Rashmi Singh

Appalachian State University
KW

Kelly Womack-Adams

Assistant Professor, Appalachian State University
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 1A
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

12:10pm EST

Making Moves in Middle School Math
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 3C
This session shares how our middle schools improved with curriculum implementation through standards-driven instruction, teacher leadership, data analysis, and a 3-tiered math support system. Participants will explore strategies that strengthened discourse, conceptual understanding, small-group instruction, and growth mindset while increasing student success in mathematics.
Speakers
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Rebecca Chapman

Brunswick County Schools
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Tiffany George

Brunswick County Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 3C
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

12:10pm EST

They Didn't Fail Math, Math Failed Them: Designing a Math Class for All Learners
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 1B
Come explore mathematical access through Entry, Structure, & Purpose. Experience how intentional instructional design shapes student engagement and problem solving. Analyze barriers and redesign tasks to increase access for diverse learners without reducing rigor. Leave with a framework, routines, and strategies for supporting student thinking for immediate classroom use.
Speakers
DL

Domonique Lewis

Davidson County Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Salem 1B
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

1:20pm EST

Reengaging the Disengaged: A Systems Approach to Math Success
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Conference 1
Participants will engage in a hands-on math task that promotes modeling, reasoning, and discourse. They will “tinker” with instructional approaches using formative data to inform decisions, collaborate on problem-solving, and explore strategies that support equitable implementation of new math standards and joyful learning environments.
Speakers
avatar for Shannon Marsh

Shannon Marsh

Cumberland County Schools
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Quantisha Spencer

Assistant Principal, Seventy-First High School
Quantisha Spencer is an assistant principal at Seventy-First High School in Fayetteville, NC, with 15 years of experience as a teacher, curriculum coach, and school leader. She is passionate about building teacher capacity, fostering equitable learning environments, and supporting... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Conference 1
  All (K-12), Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

1:20pm EST

Still Learning: A K-12 and College Conversation on AI in Mathematics
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Piedmont 2
AI is reshaping mathematics education at every level, and none of us has it figured out yet. This session brings K–12 and college educators together as equal learners, sharing what we're seeing in our classrooms and wrestling with questions we can't yet answer. The facilitator is a college educator who picks up where K–12 leaves off, navigating the same rapidly changing landscape.
Speakers
avatar for Kristi Rittby

Kristi Rittby

Assistant Professor and Program Director, William Peace University

Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Piedmont 2
  All (K-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

1:20pm EST

Using Pictures and Stories to Solve Multi-Step Word Problems
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Piedmont 1
Successfully tackling multi-step word problems is challenging for both the students and the teachers who teach them.

Participants will learn a fun, anxiety-free approach to solve word problems commonly found on the BEST tests through using stories and pictures. Problems will be chosen from a variety of grade-levels to demonstrate different ways to support students of all levels and abilities.
Speakers
avatar for Phyllis Hillwig

Phyllis Hillwig

CEO, Eurekii
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Piedmont 1
  All (K-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:20pm EST

Math All Around Us: Using Ecology and Geography to Teach K-5 Mathematics Concepts
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Boardroom
Engage in memorable, hands-on activities that integrate math with age-appropriate geography and ecology to learn more about our human footprint on the Earth and its resources. Build students’ skills in working with fractions, ratios, large numbers, growth patterns, measurement, and graphing using real-world data. Receive electronic lesson plans matched to state standards.
Speakers
TA
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Boardroom
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

1:20pm EST

Place Naming Isn't Place Value: Rethinking Place Value Knowledge
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 1C
This interactive session explores differences between place-naming (e.g., identifying the digit in the 'thousands place') and true place value undersatnding. Together we will consider ways to better assess students' understanding of the relationships between units within our number system. Attendees will leave with practical strategies and ready-to-use routines for the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Tacey Miller

Tacey Miller

Doctoral Candidate/Graduate Assistant, North Carolina State University
Tacey is a current doctoral candidate at NC State University. Her current research interests include instructional routines, number sense, and numerical magnitude.
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 1C
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:20pm EST

Show Me Your Way: Connecting Student Thinking During Problem Solving
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 2
Learn how to make student thinking visible in your classroom. A balanced math curriculum includes opportunities for students to apply prior knowledge to solve real-world problems. Join us to explore how open-middle and low-floor, high-ceiling tasks in Eureka Math² spark curiosity, promote reasoning, and encourage discourse.
Speakers
EI

Elonzo Imes

Great Minds
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 2
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

1:20pm EST

The Building Thinking Classrooms Model: Promoting Discourse and Collaborative Problem Solving
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 3B
Participants will engage in the Building Thinking Classrooms model as outlined by author Peter Liljedahl in his book Randomized groups will solve problems on non-permanent vertical spaces and a synthesis of mathematical strategies and participant observations will follow. Student created rubrics, authentic note taking, and check your understanding methods will also be presented.
Speakers
avatar for Tara Hammond

Tara Hammond

Henderson County Public Schools
LR

Lena Robertson

Henderson County Public Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 3B
  Elementary (K-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:20pm EST

Designing Elementary Math Lessons that Foster Inquiry, Awe, and Ownership
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 1A
Participants will analyze contrasting elementary math lessons and discuss how a lesson-design framework inspired by literary theory can help teachers sequence tasks so mathematical ideas unfold through inquiry, productive discourse, and moments of surprise. Participants will leave with practical ways to rethink lesson design to support curiosity, awe, student ownership, and sense-making.
Speakers
avatar for Leslie Dietiker

Leslie Dietiker

Boston University
Dr. Leslie Dietiker is an Associate Professor of Mathematics Education at Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development. She currently teaches mathematics and pedagogy courses to future high school mathematics teachers. She is an elected board member of the International... Read More →
AP
avatar for Rashmi Singh

Rashmi Singh

Appalachian State University
SW

Shatoria Whiteside

Academy at Middle Fork, Walkertown, NC 27051
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 1A
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:20pm EST

Helping Struggling Students Master Mathematics
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 1B
Teachers will explore effective math strategies that help under-achievers become successful in mathematics. Various techniques will be presented to assist teachers in teaching state standards. The standards addressed will include mastering math facts, exploring division, and using real-world connections. Creative ways of assessments will be demonstrated to incorporate a win-win environment.
Speakers
VT

Valencia Thornton

C.RA.M. Academy, LLC
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 1B
  Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

1:20pm EST

Leading with an Instructional Focus: Strategies for Student and Teacher Success
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Piedmont 3
Looking for practical ways to support math teachers while increasing student engagement and achievement? This session equips school leaders with actionable strategies for classroom impact, including walkthroughs, targeted remediation, data-driven decision making, co-teaching, and meaningful feedback. Participants leave with realistic, easy-to-implement ideas for lasting instructional growth.
Speakers
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Mikaela Worsinger

Carteret County Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Piedmont 3
  School or district-based coaches and/or leaders, Strand 6: Leadership for Installation, Implementation & Collective Impact

1:20pm EST

Beyond Turn & Talk: Real Math Discourse That Actually Works
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 3A
Teachers will actively engage in structured math discourse routines as learners and hear from veteran classroom teachers who regularly use these routines in their classrooms. Participants will be immersed in the Math Language Routines (MLRs) and the materials created by the North Carolina Collaborative for Mathematics Learning (NC2ML) to adapt routines for their own classrooms for immediate use.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Tadder

Laura Tadder

Brunswick County Schools
avatar for Bailey Hall

Bailey Hall

Brunswick County Schools
avatar for Cathie Poulin

Cathie Poulin

West Brunswick County High School
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 3A
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:20pm EST

Integer Operations are Hard: Why and What to do
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 1B
If you have experienced students struggling to add (-2) + 5, or similar, then you have probably asked yourself: "Why is this so hard?" This session explores why building a strong foundation of conceptual understanding is necessary before expecting fluency. Participants will engage in hands-on activities that support sense making and analyze student work to discuss what students might be thinking.
Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Grove

Jennifer Grove

Secondary Math Coordinator, Guilford County Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 1B
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 1: Modeling, Representations & Tinkering

1:20pm EST

Supporting Multilingual Students’ Mathematical Participation: Insights for Teachers and Coaches
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 1C
Join this session to think together about how to navigate challenges while supporting multilingual students’ mathematical participation. Participants will engage with four cases of pedagogical challenges that we encountered during a series of video-based coaching sessions. We will also share additional insights and resources for teachers and coaches to support multilingual students’...
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avatar for Sunghwan Byun

Sunghwan Byun

Assistant Professor, North Carolina State University
Sunghwan conducts research on how teachers can make their data science, mathematics, and statistics lessons more equitable. He is particularly interested in teaching lessons with authentic data and identifying ways to better serve students with historically marginalized backgrounds... Read More →
SM

Samantha Marshall

North Carolina State University
avatar for Meagan Walters

Meagan Walters

Hope Middle School, Pitt County
avatar for Joseph Wylie

Joseph Wylie

Overhills High School, Harnett County
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 1C
  Secondary All (6-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:20pm EST

Instructional strategies that elevate student thinking
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 3C
Participants will examine how intentional instructional design, questioning techniques, discourse practices, and inquiry-based learning experiences can elevate rigor and deepen student understanding across content areas. Participants will attempt a challenging problem-solving task without immediate guidance. Afterward, they will reflect on emotions, strategies, and the importance of struggle in...
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Speakers
SO

Sheree Osbourne-Dixon

Eastern Guilford High, Guilford County Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 3C
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:20pm EST

Making Algebra Real: Teaching Functions Through Data and Modeling
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 3C
Discover how real-world data can make algebra more meaningful and engaging. In this interactive session, participants will explore classroom-ready activities from the CourseKata curriculum, using visualization, modeling, and coding to teach functions, linear relationships, and mathematical reasoning. Educators will leave with practical strategies and adaptable lessons for Algebra I and II.
Speakers
AS
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 3C
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

1:20pm EST

Watch Out for #1: Using Probability to Detect Fraud
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Conference 2
If I have some quantitative data, how often will the numbers begin with each digit 1-9? Benford’s Law is a probability distribution based on logs that models leading digit frequencies in many real-life datasets, such as social media followers and computer network traffic. It is widely used to detect financial fraud. We will explore a synthetic financial dataset using technology and Benford’s...
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Speakers
JT

Jill Thomley

Appalachian State University
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Conference 2
  Secondary High (9-12), Strand 5: Data Science, Technology & K–12 Pathways

1:20pm EST

Engaging Students in Their Own Learning and Growth
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 3A
Virtual Data Walls used by not only educators/coaches, but also students, increases their motivation.Once students become engaged in their own progress, it is up to us to build on this with engaging activities that accesses conceptual, procedural, and math reasoning to increase growth.This session will include engaging activities for middle school math that educators can use in their classrooms.
Speakers
CI
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 3A
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:20pm EST

The Instructional Reset: Refining the Core
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 3B
Participants will have the opportunity to see the vertical alignment of a standard from 5th to grade 8th, while making a tiny instructional shift of prioritizing reasoning over numbers, emphasizing that less is more while prioritizing practical vertical alignment for grades 5-8.
Speakers
avatar for Mary Diggs-Garris

Mary Diggs-Garris

Secondary Instructional Coach, Iredell-Statesville Schools
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 3B
  Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

1:20pm EST

Examining the Impacts of Immersive Learning on Student’s Math Anxiety, Math Ability, and Confidence
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 1A
This session will explore how immersive learning strategies (i.e., group work, online learning platforms, “Rough Draft Math” approach) can reduce math anxiety, increase math ability, and build confidence. Participants of this session will be given the opportunity to act as students during example activities while also reflecting on how they can incorporate these ideas into their own teaching.
Speakers
avatar for Brianna Bentley

Brianna Bentley

William Peace University
JJ

Jamira Jones

William Peace University
AV

Alexsandra Valentin

William Peace University
Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Salem 1A
  University, Strand 4: Productive Habits, Identity & Joyful Learning

2:30pm EST

Ignite! A New Experience!
Friday November 6, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Salem 2
Ignite Speakers announced soon!
Speakers
JO

James O'Neal

Mastery For All
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Emily Hare

PK-12 Mathematics Director, Guilford County Schools
Emily Hare is the Director of Mathematics for Guilford County Schools. Previous to reconnecting with K-12 public schools she worked as a full-time Research Assistant at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, teaching pre-service teachers, providing professional learning for... Read More →
Friday November 6, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Salem 2
 

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