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Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics

An affiliate of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
The MCTM is an organization of professionals dedicated to promoting the teaching and learning of meaningful mathematics for all students by supporting educators in their efforts to improve mathematics instruction.


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Each spring we hold our annual Spring Conference in Duluth, Minnesota. 

Mark your Calendar for Future Spring Conferences in Duluth: 

  • April 24, 2025 Symposium & April 25-26, 2025 Spring Conference
  • April 23, 2026 Symposium & April 24-25, 2026 Spring Conference
  • April 22, 2027 Symposium & April 23-24, 2027 Spring Conference
  • April 27, 2028 Symposium & April 28-29, 2028 Spring Conference
  • April 26, 2029 Symposium & April 27-28, 2029 Spring Conference 

Check out our past Spring Conferences!

Upcoming events

    • April 24, 2026
    • 8:00 AM
    • April 28, 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • DECC in Duluth, Minnesota
    • 65
    Register


    Aligning Standards in Context, Culture, and Community

    Advancing the 2022 MN Math Standards

    Thursday, April 23rd: Registration and social hour 7:00 - 9:00 PM

    Friday, April 24th: Keynote at 8:30 AM and Sessions until 5 PM

    Friday Morning Keynote: Dr. Anton Treuer

    Saturday, April 25th:  Sessions from 8:15 - 12:45

    Saturday Keynote at 12:45: Christopher Danielson

    Check out the  2026 Hotel Options for the weekend.

    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org

    MCTM follows the MCTM Code of Conduct.  We ask that you review this Code of Conduct prior to registering.


    • June 22, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • VIRTUAL
    Register

    6 Tips for Implementing the Math Standards

    Description:  What should math educators, leaders and schools be doing in the 2026-2027 school year to be ready for full implementation fall 2027? 

    Come hear 6 recommendations from MDE Math Standards Specialist Sara Van Der Werf and get connected to resources to support your work.

    Zoom link will be in confirmation of registration.

    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org

    • June 23, 2026
    • 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM
    • Virtual
    Register

    Tuesday, June 23 from 9:45 to 9:45 AM 

    Introduction to Anchor Standards and Instructioanl Routines.


    Upon completion of registration, a confirmation email will include the zoom link.

    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org



    • June 23, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Virtual
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    Tuesday, June 23 from 10:00 - 11:00

    Anchor Standard 7:  Patterns & Relationships and The Visual Pattern Routine

    Leaders:  Stef Biebl; Andrea Hansen


    Upon completion of registration, a confirmation email will include the zoom link.

    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org



    • June 25, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Virtual
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    Tuesday, June 25, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

    Anchor Standard 2:  Chance & Uncertainty and The Notice Wonder Routine

    Leaders:  Mary Adamaley and Sara Van Der Werf, MDE Math Standards Specialist


    Upon completion of registration, a confirmation email will include the zoom link.

    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org



    • June 25, 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    • Virtual
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    Tuesday, June 25, 11:30 - 12:30 

    Anchor Standard 5:  Number Relationships and The Problem String Routine

    Leaders:  Kristin Johnson, St. Paul Public Schools; Laura Wagenman, Osseo Public Schools


    Upon completion of registration, a confirmation email will include the zoom link.

    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org



    • June 29, 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Virtual
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    Monday, June 29, 9:00 AM

    Anchor Standard 6:  Relational Thinking -  I have, You Need

    Leaders:  Mike Jordahl, Chris Castiello - Sourcewell Specialists


    Upon completion of registration, a confirmation email will include the zoom link.

    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org



    • June 30, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Virtual
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    Tuesday, June 30, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

    Anchor Standard 4:  Geometry and The Read Talk Write Talk Routine

    Leaders:  Megan Schmidt, Robbinsdale Schools; Mark Nechanicky, Albert Lea Schools; Julie Barrneister 


    Upon completion of registration, a confirmation email will include the zoom link.

    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org



    • July 01, 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    • Virtual
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    Wednesday, July 1, 10:00 am

    Anchor Standard 1:  Data Sciences - Slow Reveal Graphs

    Leader:  Liz Stamson, Eden Prairie Schools


    Upon completion of registration, a confirmation email will include the zoom link.

    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org



    • July 21, 2026
    • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    • Virtual
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    Tuesday, July 21, 1:00 PM

    Anchor Standard 3:  Measurement - Estimation 180

    Leaders:  Mike Huberty and Amy Nolte, Minnesota Department of Education


    Upon completion of registration, a confirmation email will include the zoom link.

    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org



    • August 03, 2026
    • August 05, 2026
    • 3 sessions
    • MDE Northeast Minneapolis and 3 Satellite Options
    Register

    2022 Math Standards:  Rigor, Assessment & the K-12 Progressions

    The 2022 Minnesota Academic Standards in Mathematics define mathematical understanding as the intersection ofmathematical practices and content.  To support students in achieving proficiency on the MCA assessments, educators must move beyond "answer-getting" and embrace a "three-legged stool" of rigor:  balancing conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and real-world application.  This three-day professional development series is designed for K-12 educators and leaders to explore the vertical learning progressions that build foundations in early grades for mastery in later years.  Paticipants will engage with high-leverage instructional routines and visual tools named through the standards to ensure all students develop the habits of mind exhibited by mathematically proficient learners.

    Participants may register for one, two or all three days of the series.  There is a reduced cost for registering for all three days.

    Locations:  (1) MDE in Northeast Mpls; (2) NW MN in Erskine, MN with Jessica Strom as host; (3) SW MN in Cottonwood, MN with Chris Seiling as host; (4) NE MN in Duluth with Jessica Kramer as host.

    Location details will be provided upon completion of registration.

    Session Descriptions

    Sessions will be canceled on July 6 if a minimum number of registrants are not met.  Full refunds will be provided.


    Questions:  mctm@mctm.org

    • August 06, 2026
    • 9:00 AM
    • August 07, 2026
    • 3:30 PM
    • Multiple In-Person locations: MDE in NE Minneapolis; Cottonwood, MN with Host Chris Seiling; Win-E-Mac Schools in Erskine, MN with Host Jessica Strom
    Register

    2022 Math High School Standards Institute


    Join us this summer for a two day-professional learning experience designed to support middle and high school educators in bringing Minnesota’s 2022 High School Mathematics Standards to life through data and statistics.  This workshop is ideal for teachers looking to strengthen their own statistical understanding while building practical strategies for integrating meaningful data experiences into their classrooms.


    On August 6 and 7, participants will deepen their background in statistics, explore classroom ready routines that promote conceptual understanding, procedural skill, and real-world applications.  Teachers will collaborate to plan lessons that embed new data science benchmarks into existing courses and experience what a data-integrated algebra course can look like in practice - including thoughtful decisions about what content to prioritize and to streamline to make space.


    Whether you’re new to teaching statistics or looking to expand your current approach, this session will provide both the foundation and the tools to confidently implement data-rich instruction in your classroom.


    Leaders:  Kristin Johnson, St. Paul Schools HS Math Leader; Mark Kingsbury, Eden Prairie HS Math Teacher, Casey Rutherford, Centennial Schools Curriculum Leader & MDE Standards & Assessment Sara Van Der Werf.


    • September 16, 2026
    • 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM
    • VIRTUAL
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    2022 Math Standards Webinar Series 2026-2027

    Description:  Unpack the 2022 MN Math Standards, that will be fully implemented in the 2027-28 school year through the 2022 Math Standards Glossary and Appendices.  Each session will highlight the information from the math standards that will illuminate the progression of learning from K-12 to support educators and leaders in making instructional decisions in mathematics.

    7:00 AM - 7:30 AM - each session.  Sessions will be recorded and posted on the Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics YouTube Channel

    You only need to register ONCE.  Upon registration you will receive a zoom link for all sessions.  You will receive an email reminder for each session one day prior to the event.

    Session 1:  September 16, 2026:  Defining the Math Standards

    Session 2:  September 30, 2026:  Defining Data Science

    Session 3:  October 14, 2026:  Defining Chance and Uncertainty

    Session 4:  October 28, 2026:  Defining Measurement & Geometry

    Session 5:  November 11, 2026:  Defining 'Justification'

    Session 6: December 2, 2026:  Defining Number Relationships

    Session 7: December 16, 2026:  Defining Relational Thinking & Equivalence

    Session 8:  January 6, 2027:  Defining 'Representations & Strategies'

    Session 9:  January 20, 2027:  Defining Patterns & Relationships

    Session 10:   February 10, 2027:  Defining a Plan to Implement the 2022 Math Standards



    • September 22, 2026
    • April 06, 2027
    • 4 sessions
    • VIRTUAL
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    Jennifer Bay-Williams is a professor in mathematics education in the Department of Elementary, Middle and Secondary Education. She has authored over 40 books and 100 journal articles/book chapters that focus on making mathematics meaningful to all students. Recent books and articles have focused specifically on procedural fluency and developing mathematical proficiency, including a seven-book series titled Figuring Out Fluency and Math Fact Fluency. Several of her books have been translated into other languages. She is an international leader in the field of mathematics education, frequently speaking at state, national, and international conferences and serving on national boards.


    Four 90-minute webinars with math fluency expert Jennifer Bay Williams followed by four 1-hour virtual follow-up sessions led by MN Math Leaders to connect the learning to the 2022 MN Math Standards. Follow up sessions will be held the weeks of October 12; January 11; March 1; March 10.


    Session Descriptions




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