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

Discover how storytelling transforms math! This interac�ve session explores using literature, wri�ng, and
coding to make math tangible. Experience hands-on ac�vi�es that connect stories to problem-solving,
use coding to visualize math, and cra� engaging word problems with characters and plots for diverse
learners. Grades 3 - 5

Cinderella Shaw, Lady's Island Elementary School

Session 128 will be held in 104 B from 9:00 -9:50.

Building Mul�plica�ve Thinkers, not Memorizers
To master mul�plica�ve thinking, students need to be manipula�ng, exploring, thinking, crea�ng,
collabora�ng, and communica�ng. Join us to experience a variety of engaging strategies that expose
children to mul�plica�ve thinking, not just for basic facts, but also for larger numbers. Grades 3 - 5

Tami Broomall, Spartanburg District 6

Session 129 will be held in 201 from 9:00 -9:50.

Go Beyond Calculators into Computer Programming Through Excel Macros Part 1

Many teachers are adept at using Excel, but not many exploit the power of macros. We will provide a
clear, hands-on, and easily understood instruc�on via many per�nent examples. The idea is to move
past calculators into computer programming as state boards push this transi�on. (Please bring a laptop
with Excel loaded.) Grades 6 - 12

Dr. Sam Narimetla, Tennesee Tech

Session 130 will be held in 202 A from 9:00 -9:50.

Struggle That S�cks: Designing Math Tasks That Build Perseverance and Reasoning

Struggle doesn’t have to shut students down. It can fuel deeper reasoning. In this session, you’ll
experience challenging tasks, reflect on scaffolds that support without reducing rigor, and prac�ce
redesigning sample problems to create more opportuni�es for produc�ve struggle in K–12 classrooms.
Grades K - 12
Erika Sweet, S2TEM

Rhet Netles, S2TEM

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