ESC 11 Math: Summer Edition

What are you doing on 2π day?

Our 2π@R11 Virtual Mathematics Conference is just over a month away. Join us virtually on Monday, June 28, 2021 for a full day of 60 minute sessions on math topics such as Literacy in Mathematics, Math Discourse, Remote-Hybrid Learning, Differentiation, Making Mathematics Visible, and/or Small-Group Instruction.

You don't want to miss it. Sign up here:

https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/all/subject/47

On our YouTube channel, you will find byte-sized math videos that will help support teachers as they plan and facilitate high-level mathematics instruction. Check out this video on facilitating a Same and Different Numeracy Routine.

In Person:

Mathematics Achievement Academies:

Choose one of the 3 day options:

• June 15 - 17, 2021: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
• June 22 - 24, 2021: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
• July 6 - 8, 2021: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Register below:

Kindergarten and Grade 1: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/27317

Grade 2: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/27318

Grade 3: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/27319

Problem Solving and Discourse Follow Up Blended Academies:

Kindergarten:

Day 1: June 29 or July 13: 8:30 am - 11:30 am - In Person

Day 2: July 27: 8:30 am - 11:30 am - Zoom

Click here to register: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/27710

Grade 1:

Day 1: June 29 or July 13: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm - In Person

Day 2: July 27: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm - Zoom

Click here to register: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/27735

Grade 2:

Day 1: June 30 or July 14: 8:30 am - 11:30am - In Person

Day 2: July 28: 8:30 am - 11:30am - Zoom

Click here to register: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/27745

Grade 3:

Day 1: June 30 or July 14: 12:30-3:30 pm - In Person

Day 2: July 28: 12:30 pm-3:30 pm - Zoom

Click here to register: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/27746

Synchronous: Virtual via Zoom:

Math for All! Designing Inclusive Mathematics Learning Environments: Grades K-3 - July 15: 9:00am-3:00pm.

Click here to register: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/sessions/25882

• K-5 Numeracy Routines
• K-5 Guided Math
• K-5 Learning Stations
• K-5 Focus Lessons
• Gr. 3-5 Fractions
• 6-12 Numberless Word Problems
• 6-12 Slow Reveal Graphs

These asynchronous sessions are part of R-1-1 Math Now professional learning opportunities that allow participants to engage in sessions anytime, anywhere. These sessions will be ongoing for the 2020-21 school year.

To register for any of these sessions, visit https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/all/subject/47.

In Person:

July 6: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm:

What's NOT Wrong with Mistakes: Using Error to Build Conceptual Understanding: Grades 6-12

June 9: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm:

Demystifying Word Problems and Other Advances in Math Literacy: Grades 6-12

Synchronous: Virtual via Zoom:

Engage by Content Design Series:

• Demystifying Word Problems: 3 Reads Strategy - July 13: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
• Demystifying Word Problems: Real Problem Solving - June 8: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  
• Demystifying Word Problems: Numberless Graphs - July 7: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  
• Demystifying Word Problems: Numberless Word Problems - June 22: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  

Rookie School Series:

• "Cool Math"-Leveraging Math Technology to Build Mastery - July 9: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
• "Math on a Dial"-Using Problem Solving Methods to Solve Math Mysteries - July 23: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
• "Talking the Talk"-Using Rigorous Tasks to Promote Math Discourse - July 16: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
• "Touching Math"-Using Manipulatives to Build Concrete Understanding - July 30: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

For more information on any of these sessions or to register, click here: https://registration.esc11.net/catalog/all/subject/47

Texas A&M University AP Summer Institutes - Registration is Open!

Registration is open for the 2021 AP Summer Institutes at Texas A&M University! Our institutes are designed for teachers new to AP as well as experienced AP teachers.

We are offering the following APSIs this year:

• June 21 - 24, 2021 – Biology, Chemistry, & Physics 1
• July 5 - 8, 2021 – Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Computer Science Principles (format undecided at this time)
• July 19 - 22, 2021 - Spanish Language and Composition & US History
• July 19 - 22, 2021 - Statistics - ONLINE
• July 26 - 29, 2021 - English Literature & Composition & US Government & Politics

For general information about Texas A&M’s AP Summer Institutes, please visit https://tinyurl.com/tamuapsi. For more information about each week and to register, click on the links above.

NOTE: Unless noted, we are planning for face-to-face institutes. Participant safety is our number-one priority. Texas A&M University is constantly monitoring state and local guidelines. Our AP Summer Institutes will move to an online format based on the guidelines.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact:

Janice D. Meyer Ph.D. ‘91 | Director

Office of the Provost, Public Partnership & Outreach | Texas A&M University
1245 TAMU | College Station, TX 77843-1245

Tel. 979.458.2511 | Fax. 979.862.6705 | apsi@tamu.edu

http://ppo.tamu.edu/Menu/PK-16-Engagement/AP-Summer-Institutes-(1)

TEA Opportunities for You!

TEA is currently looking for classroom teachers, instructional coaches, campus and district content specialists, and campus administrators to serve on a variety of assessment-related committees. The involvement of Texas education professionals supports TEA in designing and building the best quality assessments. TEA is currently accepting applications for the following educator committees:

• Early passage review meetings

• Educator item review meetings
• Essay range finding meetings
• Subject-area advisory groups
• STAAR redesign focus groups

Teachers, instructional specialists or coaches, and campus administrators with experience teaching the following grades and subject areas are encouraged to apply:

• English language arts and reading, grades 3–8 and English I-II
• Mathematics, grades 3–8 and Algebra I
• Science, grades 5 and 8 and Biology
• Social studies, grade 8 and U.S. History
• Spanish language arts and reading, grades 3–5
• Spanish mathematics, grades 3–5
• Spanish science, grade 5

To apply to participate in these committees, educators should complete the Educator Committee Application Form at https://www.txetests.com/edc/. I’ve also attached the announcement that was recently posted on social media.

Michelle Green: mgreen@esc11.net (817) 740-3610 Tweet Me!

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