CANCELED: Equitable Mathematics Practices

This event has been cancelled, as of October 15th, 2019.

Presenters: Tere Masiarchin, Steven Mijajlovic and Sharmaé Roberts 

Cost: $375

Description: Equity-based mathematics teaching requires more than implementing new curriculum or using specific practices because it involves taking a stand for what is right. It requires mathematics teachers to reflect on their own identity, positions, and beliefs. Participants will consider productive and unproductive beliefs with an emphasis on facilitating each and every student's development of mathematical processes and practices. Participants will be challenged to consider beliefs that hinder students’ mathematical growth. We will engage in mathematical discussions and mathematics problems throughout the day.

This workshop is geared for Teachers, Teacher Leaders and Administration.  Teams are encouraged to attend!

About the Presenters: 

Robin Rivas has worked as a teacher and administrator for 34 years with culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Robin has also consulted in the areas of program development and professional learning and taught future educators at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee.

Steven Mijajlovic is a Curriculum and Coaching Consultant with CESA 2. Steven comes to CESA 2 with ten years of experience in Mathematics and STEM across all grades. He taught mathematics in Chicago Public Schools and the suburbs, and most recently was working as a STEM Curriculum and Instructional Coach in the Chicago suburbs. Steven received his Master of Science in Education with a focus in Secondary Mathematics Education at Northwestern University. His research focused on developing student thinking through writing and discourse. 

Sharmaé Roberts is a Technical Assistant Coordinator for the Wisconsin RtI Center.  Sharmaé is originally from Kansas City Missouri where she obtained her Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction and her Educational Specialist in Mathematics Leadership and Instruction from the University of Missouri. During that time, she taught mathematics at the secondary level in Hickman Mills Public Schools. Upon relocating to Wisconsin, she began working as a Mathematics Instructional Coach and was mostly recently a Math Specialist for the Mequon-Thiensville School District.  Sharmaé is very passionate about mathematics education as well as equity within the educational system. 

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