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The struggle is real! And it’s time that popular catchphrase meant something more. Productive math struggle is the result of intentional actions we take so that our students struggle, persevere, and succeed. In this workshop, participants learn about how productive math struggle is grounded in value, identity, community, planning, support, and reflection. They will acquire instructional strategies to use before, during, and after the struggle. Learn about shifting efforts from rescuing struggle to provoking it in order to spark learning and agency.
Do your students struggle with reasoning about numbers, thinking flexibly about them, and estimating? Are you looking for practical, high-quality tasks to engage students and ignite discussion? In this session, participants learn about dynamic, doable activities that engage students in meaningful ways to strengthen number sense and fluency. A collection of ready-for-use resources will be provided and explored so that pursuit of number sense becomes a daily routine.
Please RSVP in SCHED to enjoy a free lunch provided by DCSD Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment. Gluten-free and vegetarian meals will be available—email susan.snider@dcsdk12.org and tjscott@dcsdk12.org to confirm your preference.
Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT Liniger Hall10035 S Peoria St, Lone Tree, CO 80134
Teaching problem solving is hard. It is about helping students learn to make sense, think, and reason. It happens best through student engagement and discussion. This session helps participants learn how to do all of this through instructional routines for problem solving. These routines are brief, doable, replicable, and easily adaptable for any grade or content. They put students at the center of the experience and are designed for students to develop their own thinking, reasoning, and strategies for getting unstuck. A collection of classroom-ready resources will be shared.
Mathematical Language Routines (MLRs) are a vital part of learning for all multilingual children, but beyond that, they can have an impact on all learners. Experience engaging ways to implement these routines and support all children in your classroom for maximum instructional impact.
What kinds of questions drive deeper mathematical thinking and meaningful student discourse? In this session, educators will explore the power of purposeful questioning to uncover student understanding, guide discussions, and foster a culture of curiosity in the math classroom. Participants will engage in hands-on experiences that highlight different types of questions, their impact on student learning, and strategies for refining questioning techniques. Educators will leave with practical approaches to design and implement questions that promote reasoning, problem-solving, and rich mathematical conversations.
Creating a classroom where all students actively engage in mathematical thinking requires intentional participation structures that foster discourse and collaboration. In this session, educators will experience and reflect on a variety of strategies that encourage student voice, deepen reasoning, and make learning visible. Through hands-on engagement, participants will explore how purposeful participation structures can promote student discourse, support problem-solving, and provide valuable insights into student understanding. Attendees will leave with practical approaches to enhance participation and elicit meaningful mathematical thinking across K-12 classrooms.
Effective instructional leadership is key to fostering a school culture where high-quality teaching and learning thrive. In this session, participants will explore how to leverage their unique leadership strengths to create supportive environments that empower educators. Through reflection, collaboration, and strategic planning, participants will develop actionable steps to guide teachers in implementing high-quality instructional resources. Attendees will leave with a personalized leadership approach and a clear plan to drive meaningful instructional improvements in their schools.
Mathematical rigor is more than just challenging problems—it’s about balancing conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and real-world application. In this session, educators will explore how to design instruction that upholds the depth of the standards while fostering student engagement. Through practical strategies, classroom examples, and collaborative discussions, participants will leave with actionable steps to ensure their teaching reflects the full intent of rigorous mathematics.
Looking to help students take ownership of their problem-solving process? Join us for an engaging session on integrating the POWER cycle—Plan, Organize, Write, Edit, Revise—into your math instruction. Grounded in the Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD) framework, this approach empowers students to become more thoughtful, reflective, and strategic mathematicians. Together, we’ll explore how each step of the POWER cycle can be used to support deep thinking, productive struggle, and clear communication in math. Walk away with ready-to-use tools, classroom examples, and planning strategies to bring the POWER cycle to life in your math classroom.
Mathematical Language Routines (MLRs) are a vital part of learning for all multilingual children, but beyond that, they can have an impact on all learners. Experience engaging ways to implement these routines and support all children in your classroom for maximum instructional impact.
What kinds of questions drive deeper mathematical thinking and meaningful student discourse? In this session, educators will explore the power of purposeful questioning to uncover student understanding, guide discussions, and foster a culture of curiosity in the math classroom. Participants will engage in hands-on experiences that highlight different types of questions, their impact on student learning, and strategies for refining questioning techniques. Educators will leave with practical approaches to design and implement questions that promote reasoning, problem-solving, and rich mathematical conversations.
Designing a math classroom that meets the needs of all learners requires intentional planning and inclusive instructional strategies. This session will explore the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and how they can be applied to support diverse student needs in mathematics. Educators will examine ways to provide multiple means of engagement, representation, and action & expression to ensure all students can access and thrive in rigorous mathematical learning. Through interactive discussions and practical applications, participants will leave with strategies to remove barriers, increase student agency, and foster a more equitable learning environment. This session will count as 1 hour towards the required 10 contact hours of training in special education to renew a Colorado professional license. Visit CDE website to learn more.
Creating a classroom where all students actively engage in mathematical thinking requires intentional participation structures that foster discourse and collaboration. In this session, educators will experience and reflect on a variety of strategies that encourage student voice, deepen reasoning, and make learning visible. Through hands-on engagement, participants will explore how purposeful participation structures can promote student discourse, support problem-solving, and provide valuable insights into student understanding. Attendees will leave with practical approaches to enhance participation and elicit meaningful mathematical thinking across K-12 classrooms.
In this interactive session, educators will explore strategies to promote rich mathematical conversations in the classroom. Participants will examine the role of questioning, discourse routines, and student engagement techniques that empower learners to articulate their reasoning, challenge ideas, and build deeper mathematical understanding. Through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions, educators will leave with practical tools to enhance mathematical discourse in their classrooms
Looking to help students take ownership of their problem-solving process? Join us for an engaging session on integrating the POWER cycle—Plan, Organize, Write, Edit, Revise—into your math instruction. Grounded in the Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD) framework, this approach empowers students to become more thoughtful, reflective, and strategic mathematicians. Together, we’ll explore how each step of the POWER cycle can be used to support deep thinking, productive struggle, and clear communication in math. Walk away with ready-to-use tools, classroom examples, and planning strategies to bring the POWER cycle to life in your math classroom.
Mathematical Language Routines (MLRs) are a vital part of learning for all multilingual children, but beyond that, they can have an impact on all learners. Experience engaging ways to implement these routines and support all children in your classroom for maximum instructional impact.
What kinds of questions drive deeper mathematical thinking and meaningful student discourse? In this session, educators will explore the power of purposeful questioning to uncover student understanding, guide discussions, and foster a culture of curiosity in the math classroom. Participants will engage in hands-on experiences that highlight different types of questions, their impact on student learning, and strategies for refining questioning techniques. Educators will leave with practical approaches to design and implement questions that promote reasoning, problem-solving, and rich mathematical conversations.
Designing a math classroom that meets the needs of all learners requires intentional planning and inclusive instructional strategies. This session will explore the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and how they can be applied to support diverse student needs in mathematics. Educators will examine ways to provide multiple means of engagement, representation, and action & expression to ensure all students can access and thrive in rigorous mathematical learning. Through interactive discussions and practical applications, participants will leave with strategies to remove barriers, increase student agency, and foster a more equitable learning environment. This session will count as 1 hour towards the required 10 contact hours of training in special education to renew a Colorado professional license. Visit CDE website to learn more.
Proportional reasoning is a critical foundation for middle school mathematics, yet many students struggle with the transition from additive to multiplicative thinking. In this session, educators will explore multiple methods for teaching proportional relationships using concrete, representational, and abstract models, aligned with the Colorado Academic Standards. Through hands-on experiences, participants will examine effective strategies, common misconceptions, and ways to support students in building a deep understanding of ratios, rates, and proportional relationships. Educators will leave with practical tools to enhance instruction and help students develop strong proportional reasoning skills.
Creating a classroom where all students actively engage in mathematical thinking requires intentional participation structures that foster discourse and collaboration. In this session, educators will experience and reflect on a variety of strategies that encourage student voice, deepen reasoning, and make learning visible. Through hands-on engagement, participants will explore how purposeful participation structures can promote student discourse, support problem-solving, and provide valuable insights into student understanding. Attendees will leave with practical approaches to enhance participation and elicit meaningful mathematical thinking across K-12 classrooms.
In this interactive session, educators will explore strategies to promote rich mathematical conversations in the classroom. Participants will examine the role of questioning, discourse routines, and student engagement techniques that empower learners to articulate their reasoning, challenge ideas, and build deeper mathematical understanding. Through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions, educators will leave with practical tools to enhance mathematical discourse in their classrooms
