{"id":4265,"date":"2025-01-29T22:01:39","date_gmt":"2025-01-30T04:01:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mctmmathbits.org\/?p=4265"},"modified":"2025-01-29T22:04:48","modified_gmt":"2025-01-30T04:04:48","slug":"2025-mctm-spring-conference-preview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mctmmathbits.org\/?p=4265","title":{"rendered":"2025 MCTM Spring Conference Preview"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><b>Join Us at the 2025 Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM) Spring Conference!<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mark your calendars for April 25-26, 2025, and prepare to be inspired! The Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics is thrilled to host this year\u2019s Spring Conference in Duluth, and we\u2019re pulling out all the stops to make it another amazing event. With engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and two extraordinary keynote speakers, this is a professional development opportunity you won\u2019t want to miss.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Keynote Speakers That Will Ignite Your Passion for Teaching Mathematics<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Howie Hua<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mathematics educator and social media influencer, Howie Hua is revolutionizing the way we think about teaching and learning math. Known for his insightful and relatable approaches to math instruction, Howie creates viral content that resonates with educators and students alike. His keynote will focus on strategies to make math accessible and engaging, providing practical ideas you can bring back to your classroom immediately. To learn more about Howie\u2019s work, visit his blog:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/howiehua.wordpress.com\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">howiehua.wordpress.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Latrenda Knighten<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the president of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), Latrenda Knighten brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence in math education. Her keynote, &#8220;Revitalizing the Mathematics Experience for ALL,&#8221; will inspire educators to create more equitable, engaging, and student-centered math classrooms. Focusing on the new three \u201cRs\u201d of mathematics\u2014Reimagined, Revitalized, and Relevant\u2014Latrenda will share strategies to make math meaningful, connected, and accessible for all students. Attendees will leave motivated to elevate their teaching practices and empower their students to thrive.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>What to Expect at the Conference<\/b><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Engaging Sessions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Explore a wide range of topics, from hands-on teaching strategies to the latest in educational technology.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Networking Opportunities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Connect with fellow educators, share ideas, and build lasting professional relationships.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Exhibitor Hall<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Discover innovative tools and resources to enhance your teaching.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Sneak Peek at some Spring Conference Sessions<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There were over 180 session proposals submitted for the 2025 Spring Conference with offerings for all grade levels, PreK-Higher Education.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, there are some Back By Popular Demand sessions including multiple Building Thinking Classroom sessions for both novices and experienced practitioners.\u00a0 There are follow up sessions to continue the learning from last year\u2019s conference with Equity and Access Through the ICUCARE framework.\u00a0 There are sessions for supporting English Language Learners;\u00a0 activities and resources for the HS math data science standards; strategies to build number sense, and mathematical progressions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As soon as the schedule is completed with course descriptions, it will be posted on the mctm website and a communication with the information will be sent to registrants.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Register Today!<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and be inspired alongside your peers. Early bird registration is now open, so secure your spot today and take advantage of discounted rates.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information and to register, visit <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/mctm.org\/event-5881889\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mctm.org\/event-5881889<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or contact us at <\/span><a href=\"mailto:mctm@mctm.org\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mctm@mctm.org<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can\u2019t wait to see you there!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Join Us at the 2025 Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM) Spring Conference! 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