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At the same time, Wisconsin continues to see persistent racial achievement gaps in mathematics. The DPI is in the midst of developing a statewide mathematics plan grounded in national research and evidence-based practices. This plan will provide concrete guidance for schools and districts on impactful mathematics instruction, leaning on the amazing contributions of Wisconsin’s educators and also bringing us together in even more effective partnerships.
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Math Legislation
On November 3rd, legislators introduced Assembly bill AB-615 which involves mathematics assessment, achievement, and instruction. A hearing was held by the Assembly Education Committee on Nov 6th. WI DPI provided written testimony in opposition of the bill. That same day legislators introduced the companion bill SB-616. Archived video of the Assembly hearing is available on WisconsinEye after creating a free account. No further movement has occurred with either of these bills as of the publishing of this newsletter.
The DPI statewide message at this time is that Wisconsin educators should continue doing the important work that is already happening in progressing toward greater access and stronger mathematics achievement for all students. There is no need to pause effective or promising work.
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Leveraging Multicultural Literature to Support Mathematics
Explore how multicultural children’s literature for elementary classrooms can be leveraged to develop students’ mathematical understanding and foster positive math identities, particularly for multilingual learners. Leveraging Children’s Multicultural Literature to Support Students’ Math Identity and Problem Solving can be found starting on page 43 of Teaching For Excellence and Equity in Mathematics, Vol. 16, No. 1, 2025, a TODOS Mathematics for ALL publication and an affiliate organization of NCTM. Drawing from classroom practice and supported by research, the authors advocate for the use of multicultural texts to provide meaningful opportunities for students to connect their lived experiences to mathematical ideas, empowering them to see themselves as capable mathematicians. Go to page 51 of the article for a table of multicultural texts that can be used as a starting point.
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Standards and Alternate Standards Available as CSV File
Are you looking for a version of WI Academic Standards that is easy to upload or cut and paste? Go to Wisconsin Standards Framework Index to find all Academic Standards, including WI Standards for Mathematics and WI Essential Elements for Mathematics. Choose a set of standards to export as a CSV spreadsheet. For example, click WI Standards for Mathematics, click Switch to Table View, click Export.
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SLD Community of Practice is Starting
The 2025-2026 Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) Community of Practice (CoP) will take place every third Wednesday, starting on December 17th at 12:30pm. This CoP is for any educator who wants to discuss problems of practice related to SLD, including instructional strategies for mathematics. The topics for upcoming meetings will be determined by the participants at the first meeting. There will also be a tour of DPI resources related to specific learning disabilities at the December meeting. Click here for a flyer with contact and Zoom information. Come when you can. Stay however long you are able.
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Explore Early Math Learning Through Videos
Using video resources to engage early childhood educators can be a powerful way to support attention to the details of children’s mathematical thinking. View these newly collected videos, recently added to the Development and Research in Early Mathematics Education (DREME) Teacher Educator website, featuring examples from Transitional Kindergarten classrooms and classrooms where children participate in both English and Spanish.
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December 10, 2025
(and four more sessions in 2026)
TERC’s Forum for Equity in Elementary Mathematics Series - Virtual Webinar, 6-7pm CST
Reasoning: The Essential Foundation for Building Students’ Understanding of Mathematics with Marilyn Burns. Register here for this free virtual webinar and the entire Speaker Series that continues in 2026 including sessions with: Jenna Laib, Dr. Cathery Yeh, Dr. Judit Moschkovich, and RunningHorse Livingston. RunningHorse continues to be a longstanding partner in math education in WI.
December 15, 2025
Wisconsin Math Council Annual Conference - Proposals Due
Share your expertise! Speaker submissions are currently being accepted for WMC’s Annual Conference, Curiosity Counts, taking place May 6-8, 2026. Submit your proposal by Dec 15th.
May 14, 2026
Brewers Math Day - Complimentary bus parking if 50% of group deposit is paid by Jan 31st.
Experience math in action at Brewers Math Day, where students apply core statistical concepts through the excitement of live baseball. Teachers receive a grade-appropriate Brewers Math Day workbook in advance, available for grades 3–5, 6–8, and 9–12, to integrate into their classroom instruction. During the game against the Padres, students complete the workbook using real game data, turning the ballpark into an interactive math lab. For more information about this math field trip visit the Math Day page on the Milwaukee Brewers website.
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