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from the NCDPI Mathematics Team

In This Edition:

• K-12 Mathematics Standards Review Overview
• Patterns: 4th Grade Math PD Grant
• Professional Learning Opportunities:
  • 2024 NCDPI First Annual Standards Summit
  • 2024 AIM Conference
  • 2024 CTE Summer Conference
  • NCCAT Training: Recipe for Problem Solving K-5
  • ML/Title III Growing Success for MLs Summer Conference
  • 2023-2024 North Carolina e-Learning WIDA Workshops
  • FREE Online InSTEP Course
• State Partners for Multilingual Learners (SPML) Applications

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K-12 Mathematics Standards Review Overview

The NCDPI Math team has launched the K-12 Mathematics Standards Review process.

Key things to know:

• All K-12 Math standards will be reviewed at one time, unlike the previous review/revision process.
• The currently planned timeline:
  • 2024-2025 school year for Review (focus groups, surveys, interviews, research etc.).
  • 2025-2026 school year for Revisions (If approved for revisions by the SBE)
  • 2026-2027 school year for Installation
  • 2027-2028 school year for Implementation 

Details were shared in the Math Office Hour on May 21, 2024.

4^th Grade Math Professional Development Grant

Recruiting Schools and Districts Now!

NCDPI received a 5-year grant for nearly $8 million to implement a virtual learning professional development platform known as “Patterns” with 4th grade math. The study focuses on building knowledge and confidence in math with a focus on NC 4^th grade standards and content related to fractions. Teachers will explore ways to implement an inquiry-based approach to math instruction and work with coaches and colleagues from across the state.

DPI is now recruiting schools and districts who may be interested in participating or learning more about various opportunities and ways to be involved. Opportunities include a short-term study in the Fall of 2024 as well as more in-depth participation starting in the Fall of 2025.  

CEU’s, college credit, and stipends are all available!

To learn more:

Read the NCDPI press release sent on Monday, December 11, 2023.

Please feel free to email Dr. Charles Aiken (charles.aiken@dpi.nc.gov) 

Professional Learning Opportunities

NCDPI

Announcing NCDPI's

 First Annual Standards Institute!

2024 Standards Institute

Durham School of the Arts

August 1 - 2, 2024

The NCDPI Office of Academic Standards is excited to announce the First Annual Standards Institute convening at the Durham School of the Arts on August 1 – 2, 2024!

The K-12 Mathematics team will provide half day professional development sessions to support implementing the standards and key instructional practices. This professional learning experience is available to new and veteran teachers, coaches, and leaders to explore a comprehensive understanding of the NCSCOS, as well as related programs and initiatives.

Register Today!

Registration Deadline: July 26, 2024

Need more details? View the 2024 Standards Institute Brochure 

For more additional information, contact:

Stacey Daniel, Section Chief ELA & Languages, stacy.Daniel@dpi.nc.gov

Kelly Schultz, Standards Implementation Specialist, kelly.Schultz@dpi.nc.gov

2024 AIM Conference Raleigh Convention Center October 7-9, 2024   The AIM Conference is an agency-wide event and an excellent opportunity for you to share your expertise with the field. This year’s conference supports public school units as they plan for and implement the Portrait of a Graduate.   See the 2024 AIM DRAFT Agenda.

2024 CTE Summer Conference ”Navigating the Future” Winston-Salem, NC  July 18-19, 2024   Elementary Computer Science, IT, and Technology teachers check out the agenda, hotel information, and register for the 2024 CTE Summer Conference!   Register Now! Registration Deadline is July 5, 2024   To check out the agenda, hotel information, and register, visit the website: https://www.ctesummerconference.com/   Questions? Contact ctepd@dpi.nc.gov

NCCAT

Training: Recipe for Problem Solving K-5

This training, led by research scholars from the William and Ida Friday Institute for Education Innovation, will provide K-5 teachers with a comprehensive introduction to computational thinking and practical teaching strategies. Participants will explore the fundamentals of computational thinking, coding and age-appropriate programming tools to integrate into their classrooms. By the end of the training, teachers will feel confident in writing lesson plans integrating computational thinking to teach creative and engaging lessons integrating NC content standards, NC K-5 computer science standards and NC Digital Learning Standards for Students.

Learn more and Register here. 

ML/Title III Growing Success for MLs Summer Conference   A Few Seats Still Available for the Summer Conference! Multiple Formats! - Choose between attending in person or virtually! Dynamic Session! -  ELD Standards, Newcomers, Advocacy, Parent and Family Engagement, Content Collaboration, and so much more! Check the sessions in the: EAST : July 23rd - 25th.  Information on Virtual sessions coming soon!  Register Now!   2024 Conference Brochure

WIDA Professional Learning Offerings The NCDPI ML/Title III Team is pleased to share the 2024-25 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!   Check this link for details: https://go.ncdpi.gov/24-25 ML Title lll PD

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

State Partners for Multilingual Learners (SPML) Now Accepting Applications for the 24-26 Term

The SPML is a team of experts from across the state who work with the NCDPI's ML/Title III team to develop projects, comprehensive guidance, and other critical tasks to promote equitable access for Multilingual Learners (MLs) in North Carolina.

SPML's commitment to collaboration, advocacy, and action ensures that it remains a driving force for positive change for MLs across North Carolina.

If you're interested in joining us, please review the flyer and submit an application

Flyer

Apply Now!

Application Closes July 15, 2024

NC DPI Mathematics Consultants

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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