ICTM Newsletter for October 2024

 

We are counting down to October 21 & 22: Join one of our two great Pre-Conference Workshops. Then, join us the next day for an awesome line-up of conference speakers. You don't want to miss this professional development and networking opportunity. We hope to see you there!

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Check out Our Program on Sched

Pre-Conference Workshops Mon, Oct 21


Annual Conference

Tues, Oct 22



We hope to see you at a Workshop and/or the Conference!

Keynote Speaker

Jo Boaler

Featured Speakers
Nat Banting, Kevin Dykema, John SanGiovanni, India White

Keep an eye on social media for regular updates.

Quick links

Encourage your colleagues to become ICTM members today and receive a discounted conference registration rate.

Need to Request Support to Attend the Conference?

We have you covered!  Check out our Justification Toolkit and Sample Letter to administrators that you can use to request support for attending ICTM's Fall Conference.

ICTM is Looking for Leaders!

ICTM is looking for leaders to join our Executive Board in the positions of At-Large Representatives and President-Elect. ICTM needs new board members who will bring valuable experience, perspective, and humanity to the Iowa math teacher community. Read more about these leadership positions and serving all Iowa Mathematics teachers then nominate yourself or a colleague.  

Pre-Conference Elementary Workshop Highlight

Figuring Out Fluency: Beyond Facts and Algorithms with John SanGiovanni

Monday, October 21, 2024

9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Huxley Learning Center

This session unpacks the big ideas of fluency, arming participants with practical know-how for advancing their students’ fluency. Participants will take a deep dive into teaching, practicing, and assessing the strategies of fluent students. Learning will be complemented with ready-to-use classroom resources.

John SanGiovanni

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Pre-Conference Secondary Workshop Highlight

Exploring High School Statistics and Probability through Hands-on Activities and Technology with Maryann Huey and Wendy Weber.

Monday, October 21, 2024
9:00am - 3:30pm
DMACC's FFA Enrichment Center

In this workshop, you will explore statistics and probability content through engaging, collaborative, and hand-on activities and experiences. You will also delve into the art of effective teaching of statistics and probability by unpacking pedagogies that help students build essential concepts, procedural knowledge, and reasoning skills. Plan on leaving with several activities, virtual resources, and free software that can be used immediately in the classroom.


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Maryann Huey

Wendy Weber

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Pre-Conference Social & Dinner

Imagine Learning is excited to invite you to a special evening event hosted by Imagine Learning during the ICTM 2024 Conference! Enjoy a delightful social gathering and dinner with us.

This complimentary event is a fantastic opportunity not only to connect with fellow educators but also to share your valuable insights. Enjoy a relaxing evening and don’t miss this chance to unwind and network in a vibrant setting!

Event Details:
Date: Monday, October 21st
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: FFA Enrichment Center

Unlocking Potential: The Cognitive Benefits of All Students Taking Algebra 2

Why should every students take Algebra 2? Explore the cognitive benefits of taking Algebra 2 and why it is essential to every student's educational journey in this article by April Pforts the K-12 Mathematics Consultant for the Iowa Department of Education. 

What is Fluency in the Iowa Academic Standards for Mathematics?

Wonder what is meant by fluency in the Iowa Academic Standards for Mathematics? Check out the article by April Pforts, the K-12 Mathematics Consultant for the Iowa Department of Education. 

Become an IA-NCSM member today!

Congratulations to the Recipients of The Marilyn Zweng First Year Teacher Grant

ICTM awarded 17 grants and over $7,000 to new first-year mathematics teachers in Iowa. Read their inspiring stories and what they are excited about their first year teaching mathematics.

Congratulations to the Recipients of ICTM's Travel Grants

The NCTM conference travel grant recipient is Brooke Fischels of the Ottumwa Community School District. Brooke will be reimbursed up to $800 for travel to the NCTM conference in Chicago this fall! Read about her Aha! moments in the ICTM Journal 2.0.

The ICTM Conference Travel Grant recipient is Lauren Anders of the Ottumwa Community School District. Lauren will be reimbursed up to $400 for her ICTM conference costs when she attends the conference in Ankeny October 22!

 More Grant Opportunities this Year!

Interested in pursuing professional learning or a project? We have a grant for that!

ICTM Teaching and Learning Grant ($750) to support professional learning or a project that supports access & equity for all students or is linked to the Iowa Math and Practice Standards or the 8 Effective Teaching Practices; applications accepted on a rolling basis.

Free Courses for Academically Talented Iowa Students

The Belin Blank Center’s Iowa Online AP® Academy (IOAPA) provides qualifying Iowa students free access to advanced coursework. For high school students, these courses are a part of the College Board’s Advanced Placement® (AP) program. High school-level courses are also made available to eligible middle school students. AP exam scholarships are available, with preference given to students from rural schools.

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