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The NCDPI Mathematics Team would like to take this opportunity to wish you a Happy New Year!
May this new year bring you new goals, new achievements, and many new inspirations!
In This Edition:
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PAEMST STEM Teacher Nominations
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Professional Learning Opportunities:
- S.T.E.M Opportunities
- Call for STEM Reviewers! (Deadline extended)
- Educator S.T.E.M Day
- Future City
- 2023-2024 Competition
- Call for Volunteers
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February Character Challenge: #KindnessMattersNC
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NC Statewide Portrait of a Graduate Rubrics
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ICYMI
- K-12 Mathematics Virtual Office Hour
Visit the NCDPI Subscriptions webpage to subscribe to the NCDPI K-12 Mathematics Newsletter
PAEMST Nomination Deadline Approaching
NCDPI
NCDPI Mathematics team will continue to provide sessions for the Mathematics Content Series this Spring semester. Teachers, teacher leaders, coaches, district staff, and administrators have responded with overwhelmingly positive feedback.
Sessions are focused on elementary, middle, and high school mathematics content and pedagogy while highlighting practitioners in the field. Participants earn 2 contact hours per session. Each session meets virtually for 90 minutes with a 30-minute asynchronous reflection time. The information and resources shared are both beneficial and useful.
Please share with teachers and leaders in your area!
Don't miss this opportunity!
 Register here: Register here: Register here: https://bit.ly/2024NCDPI-EMCS https://bit.ly/Spr2024-MSMCS https://bit.ly/HSMCP2024
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Contact: Denise Schulz Contact: Tammy Lackey Contact: Lisa Ashe/Joe Reaper
denise.schulz@dpi.nc.gov tammy.lackey@dpi.nc.gov. lisa.ashe@dpi.nc.gov
joseph.reaper@dpi.nc.gov
We look forward to seeing you there!
NC2ML
The North Carolina Collaborative for Mathematics Learning (NC2ML) is a community of educators and leaders aiming for high quality and equitable math instruction for each and every student in North Carolina. During the 2023-2024 academic year NC2ML is holding special events and sharing resources co-designed by NC educators for NC educators, leaders, and families.
- Join the high school students, teachers, leaders, and administrators across North Carolina who are working on making math classrooms more engaging and equitable spaces by focusing on a discourse move each month. In January, we are highlighting “Assigning Competence". Join us for the NCDPI High School Content and Pedagogy Series on January 9th at 3:30 PM to learn more.
For more information go to nc2ml.org and follow the movement on social media - Facebook (@NC Collaborative for Mathematics Learning); Instagram (@nc2ml); Twitter (@ncmathcollab)
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InSTEP
Invigorating Statistics and Data Science Teaching through Professional Learning [InSTEP]
InSTEP is a new way to offer personalized professional learning to support teachers and instructional coaches in developing expertise in teaching statistics and data science and grades 6-12. With InSTEP you can:
- Personalize learning to meet your professional needs through customized recommendations, collaborative spaces, and choice of learning modules and microcredentials.
- Build your skills in data investigations and innovative teaching approaches based on practices of data professionals and research on students’ learning with data.
- Expand your professional collection of resources and technology vetted by experts in statistics and data science education.
- Earn certificates to apply to CEUs.
Learn more and register for FREE at http://instepwithdata.org
Use this flyer to share the opportunity with colleagues.
For more information, please contact lead designers and facilitators from NC State:
Dr. Hollylynne Lee hollylynne@ncsu.edu
Dr. Gemma Mojica gmmojica@ncsu.edu
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Growing Success for Multilingual Learners
2024 Summer Conference
New Locations - Meet us in Asheville in June or Topsail in July!
Virtual Option - Can't make it in person? Join us virtually in August!
Share your Expertise - We invite all educators to submit proposals for the 2024 Growing Success for MLs Conference.
Learn more and submit a session proposal!
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2023-2024 North Carolina WIDA Workshops
The NCDPI ML/Title III Team is pleased to share the 2023-24 professional development opportunities developed by WIDA for NC multilingual learner stakeholders. These WIDA workshops cover a range of topics and we invite all audiences - from K-12 content and ML teachers to district and school specialists and administrators - to join one or all of these free and informative sessions!
These free sessions range in topic and length, are self-paced and available from September 1st, 2023 through August 31st, 2024. Engage with these PDs at a time and place that is convenient for you!
See all of the 2023-24 professional development opportunities developed by WIDA for NC multilingual learner stakeholders.
Take a look at what is coming and share the information with stakeholders in your PSUs!
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Desmos
Are you a Desmos Classroom super fan or a math teacher who loves using technology in the classroom to improve the teaching and learning process? If so, join the next Desmos Classroom Fellows cohort!
What is the Desmos Classroom fellowship program?
The Fellows are a diverse community of like-minded educators who love to support students in their learning of challenging mathematics using technology. As a Desmos Classroom Fellow, you’ll participate in learning experiences led by current Fellows and the Desmos Classroom team.
What can you expect as a Desmos Classroom Fellow?
- Opportunities for PD, both online and in person.
- Access to a community of math educators who love using technology to advance teaching.
- A chance to learn about new features and updates to Desmos Classroom before other educators.
- The power to let your voice be heard and make a difference in the development of new teaching tools and resources.
Interested in joining our community?
Apply Now!
Apply before Jan. 22, 2024.
–The Desmos Classroom team at Amplify
Calling All STEM Reviewers!!
Your Support is Greatly Appreciated
The 2023-2024 North Carolina STEM Schools of Distinction Recognition Program is underway. With nearly 40 schools across the state having communicated their Intent to be recognized as a leading STEM program in North Carolina, we are asking those STEM educational leaders, who have familiarity with the STEM Schools of Distinction process, to assist with the Review of this year's applications.
Individuals presently leading within a NC recognized STEM school, or any individuals who have served as past SSoD reviewers, are asked to provide updated contact information by completing this Reviewer Application by the EXTENSION Date of January 12, 2024.
There will be a required Reviewer training. More information on this training will be available soon. This year's applications will be shared the week following the February 2nd deadline and reviewers will have two weeks to complete their review and share feedback. The number of reviewers assigned will be dependent upon the number of submitted applications.
Thank you for continuing to drive quality STEM education in North Carolina!
For more information, contact Howard Ginsburg, howard.ginsburg@dpi.nc.gov
Educator S.T.E.M Day
Register Today!
RSVP By: February 14, 2024
Future City Competition
Register Now!
Registration is free in NC!
For more information, please contact Kristie Van Auken, kristie.vanauken@dpi.nc.gov or visit futurecity.org
Future City Volunteers Needed!
We can’t do it without our volunteers!
The Future City organization will pay your travel expenses, including hotel, if you are traveling more than 100 miles.
APPLY Today!
February Character Challenge: #KindnessMattersNC
"🌟 Embrace the spirit of kindness throughout February with our #KindnessMattersNC Challenge! Inspired by the heartwarming stories shared by Steve Hartman, this month-long initiative encourages teachers, leaders, students, and families to engage in daily acts of kindness. Whether integrated into morning meetings and content area classes, each day presents an opportunity for reflection, writing, and fostering a culture of compassion.
📝 Access daily videos and journal prompts to guide your reflections.
🗓️ Mark your calendars! Random Act of Kindness Day is celebrated on February 17 every year. We're extending the celebration throughout the month, making February dedicated to spreading kindness.
📸 Share your experiences on social media using the hashtag #KindnessMattersNC! Teachers and leaders are encouraged to spread positivity by showing how kindness has impacted the school or encouraging students to create their own kindness videos—just like Steve Hartman! Educators can submit evidence of school initiatives or student work to NCDPI using the link provided.
Your submissions may be featured on our NCDPI social media, newsletters, and website. Also, be sure to share your experiences on your social media using the hashtag #KindnessMattersNC!
Let's celebrate February with kindness, compassion, and uplifting stories. Together, we can create a ripple effect of positivity that extends far beyond our classrooms. #KindnessMattersNC
For more information contact Justyn Knox Burgess, justyn.burgess@dpi.nc.gov
NCDPI K-12 Mathematics Virtual Office Hours
On December 12, 2023, the NCDPI K-12 Mathematics team, with special guests, NCDPI Testing and Accountability specialists and and NC2ML representatives, held an office hour for NC math school and district leaders. This office hour featured information, opportunities, and resources from all groups as well as updates from NCDPI Mathematics team.
Click here for the agenda, presentation, and recording.
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NC DPI Mathematics Consultants
Denise Schulz
K-5 Mathematics Consultant
(984) 236-2842
Denise.Schulz@dpi.nc.gov
Tammy Lackey
K-8 Mathematics Consultant
(984) 236-2839
Tammy.Lackey@dpi.nc.gov
Lisa Ashe
6-12 Mathematics Consultant
(984) 236-2840
Lisa.Ashe@dpi.nc.gov
Joseph Reaper
6-12 Mathematics Consultant
(984) 236-2841
Joseph.Reaper@dpi.nc.gov
Dr. Charles Aiken
Math, Science, and STEM Section Chief
Charles.Aiken@dpi.nc.gov
984-236-2837
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