2026 NCCTM Annual Fall Conference: Full Schedule

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10:00am EST

Tinkering with Trig Applications: Reasoning and Inquiry in Advanced Math

Thursday November 5, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EST

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

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?

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

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

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

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.

Speakers

Audrea Samuels

Thursday November 5, 2026 12:20pm - 1:20pm EST
Winston 3A

Elementary Intermediate (3-5), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

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

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

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

Micheal Bosse

Özge Gün

Bartin University

John Sevier

Instructor, Appalachain State Univesity

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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

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

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

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

Terri Watson

5th grade, Next Generation Academy

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

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

Kimberly Clark

Friday November 6, 2026 12:10pm - 1:10pm EST
Winston 3A

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

Christina Ina

Friday November 6, 2026 1:20pm - 2:20pm EST
Winston 3A

Secondary Middle (6-8), Strand 2: Reasoning, Discourse & Student Thinking

10:00am EST

11:10am EST

12:20pm EST

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9:50am EST

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12:10pm EST

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