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Friday, November 21, 2025
Making Math Matter: It’s a Way of Life with Infinite Possibilities

Session 121 will be held in 101 A from 9:00 – 9:50.

The Transforma�ve Power of Produc�ve Struggle

Do you help students too quickly? This session explores produc�ve struggle: the "what, why, and how."
Learn ac�onable strategies to promote produc�ve struggle in your classroom with Derivita's engaging
technology. Walk away with the knowledge you need to help students become "unstuck" and build
las�ng skills. General Interest

Sherri Abel, Derivita

Session 122 will be held in 101 B from 9:00 -9:50.

Developing and Driving Student Success on the ACT® With TI Graphing Technology

Elevate ACT® prep & classroom learning with TI technology! This session covers the NEW enhanced ACT®
features, test strategies, and calculator skills. We'll show you how TI graphing technology helps students
master concepts on the ACT®, and share FREE resources for teachers and students. Grades 6 - 12
Beth Smith, Texas Instruments

Session 123 will be held in 102 A from 9:00 -9:50.

Crossing the Math Divide: Cross-Curricular Connec�ons to Math

We will share engaging ideas for integra�ng math with other content areas. Ideas will include
mul�cultural, diverse children's literature that can be a springboard for teaching math standards, while
also addressing social studies, science, and ELA concepts. Atendees will par�cipate in hands-on STEAM
ac�vi�es based on children's literature. Grades PreK - 5
Chris� McWaters, East Aiken School of the Arts

Bridget Coleman, University of South Carolina Aiken

Michelle Rasheed, University of South Carolina Aiken

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