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

Required Tutoring: Evidence, Outcomes, and Implica�ons

This presenta�on will address the issue of anxiety and poor performance in math by studying the
effec�veness of implemen�ng required tutoring as a strategy to increase confidence, enjoyment, overall
success, and test averages in math classes. Grades 10 - 12

Post-Secondary

Emily Thomas, Charleston Southern University

Ryan Thomas, Charleston Southern University

Session 194 will be held in 104 B from 12:30 - 12:55.

The Formula for Change: Understanding D+R+E+C

The presenta�on will address the management of change ini�a�ves and the understanding of social and
emo�onal challenges that may arise, providing the audience with a set of ac�onable steps that can be
implemented in their respec�ve educa�onal se�ngs.Get informed and feel empowered!

District Leadership

Dr. Gerard Edwards, The South Carolina Department of Educa�on

Session 195 will be held in 201 from 12:30 - 12:55.

The Art and Algorithm of Paterns
Discover how crea�vity makes math meaningful! Explore how students can use paper bag books to illustrate
and explain math concepts through art and storytelling. Learn how projects like Mul�ple Mandalas connect
paterns, symmetry, and computa�on to make math a living, crea�ve experience. Grades PreK-5

Cinderella Shaw, Lady's Island Elementary School

Session 196 will be held in 202 A from 12:30 - 12:55.

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