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Thursday, November 20, 2025
Making Math Matter: It’s a Way of Life with Infinite Possibilities

Session 64 will be held in 101 B from 1:10 -2:00.

Cool Data: Exploring Mathema�cs with Temperature Probes

In this hands-on workshop, par�cipants will use temperature probes to collect real-�me data, analyze
paterns, and draw conclusions about heat, cooling, and environmental changes. We’ll combine inquiry
with data visualiza�on, along with turning numbers into meaningful insights. Perfect for curious minds
ready to measure, record, and discover! Grades 6 - 12

Daniel Wilkie, Texas Instruments

Session 65 will be held in 102 A from 1:10 -2:00.
Using Mathema�cal Language Rou�nes to Foster Belonging and Value in All Students

Language can be a barrier for students. In this session, we will examine the interdependency of
language learning and mathema�cal learning through the use of mathema�cal language rou�nes. We
will iden�fy ways to embed these rou�nes to foster a sense of belonging and value in students by
promo�ng reasoning and student discourse. Grades 6 - 8

Mary Leigh Spicher, Great Minds

Session 66 will be held in 102 B from 1:10 -2:00.

Math Ac�vi�es for Advanced Elementary Students

This workshop will show you how to use games, ac�vi�es, and inves�ga�ons to get your students
thinking cri�cally and crea�vely about key math concepts in fun and engaging ways! Come prepared to
take part in ac�vi�es/games that will nurture a love of mathema�cs for your students. You can take them
back to your classrooms and use immediately Grades PreK - 5

Marty Frank, Kendall Hunt

Session 67 will be held in 102 C from 1:10 -2:00.

Using Manipula�ves to Explore Frac�on Concepts

Par�cipants in this session will explore frac�on concepts using manipula�ves to help students build a
solid founda�on for success with frac�ons. Ready-made lessons from hand2mind that progress through
the Concrete-Representa�on-Abstract (CRA) approach will be used to explore frac�on concepts. Come
explore with us! Grades 3 - 5

Dr. Bonita Manning-White, Hand2mind

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