Events of January 2013

Math Support for SBCSC Career and Technical Education

Jan 7, 2013 – May 24, 2013

On a weekly basis, we offered math support for students in South Bend Community School Corporation's Culinary Arts, Culinary & Hospitality, 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.

Veritas Academy Consulting and Professional Development

Jan 10, 2013 – Apr 18, 2013

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.

South Bend Community School Corporation Consulting and Professional Development

Jan 14, 2013 – Jun 6, 2013

Working with administrators, curriculum leaders, and teachers, we identified ways to strengthen math instruction for students at Primary, Intermediate, and High School Centers in South Bend. During this semester, we led professional development sessions to deepen the pedagogical content knowledge of teachers at the 3rd grade, 6th grade, 8th grade, and high school level. We also worked with several schools to work towards the goal of teaching for mastery.

School City of Mishawaka Consulting and Professional Development

Jan 15, 2013 – Jan 17, 2013

Working with administrators and teachers, Amanda Serenevy assisted with professional development workshops supporting the implementation of a new math program for high-ability students in Kindergarten through 6th grades at all seven elementary schools.