Events of September 2012

Columbia City Schools Consulting and Professional Development

Jun 1, 2012 – Dec 31, 2012

During this calendar year, we provided math professional development for Columbia City Schools. During this calendar year, we provided consultations and classroom demonstration for K-12 teachers.

Math and Technology Academy

Aug 28, 2012 – Dec 13, 2012

The Math and Technology Academy is a free program for students in 3rd through 12th grades. This program is intended both for students who want extra help with math and for students who are looking for math enrichment opportunities. While students can get help with homework, the main purpose of the program is to work towards mastery of math learning goals, set during interviews with the instructor. Students also participate in enrichment mini-courses on various science, technology, and math topics. Students are expected to attend on a regular basis.

Veritas Academy Consulting and Professional Development

Sep 1, 2012 – Dec 31, 2012

During this semester, we provided math professional development for Veritas Academy teachers. During the semester, we provided weekly consultations and classroom demonstrations for K-8 teachers.

Math Support for CTE Courses

Sep 10, 2012 – Dec 13, 2012

On a weekly basis, we offered math support for students in South Bend Community School Corporation's Culinary Arts, Radio/TV, and Building Trades Programs. In addition to helping to strengthen algebra and other math skills needed by students, we provided weekly hands-on activities designed to show the importance of math in daily life and to improve conceptual understanding of various math concepts. In addition to this work with students, we also led professional development workshops for the instructors of a wide range of Career and Technical Education courses.

School City of Mishawaka Consulting and Professional Development

Sep 18, 2012 – Sep 20, 2012

Working with administrators and teachers, we supported the implementation of a new math program for high-ability students in Kindergarten through 6th grades at all seven elementary schools.

Math Studio

Oct 1, 2012 – Dec 19, 2012

The Math Studio is a free drop-in program for people of all ages that provides participants with math tutoring and a relaxed environment for working on math homework. Math Studio is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30-5:30. Interested students should drop in any time the Studio is open, and we will help you with your homework or find a math activity for you to do.