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Join Us at the MCTM Spring Conference 2026
Greetings, Fellow Minnesota Math Teachers,
We are delighted to invite you to the Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics (MCTM) Spring Conference 2026, a dynamic gathering focused on exploring current ideas and innovations in mathematics education.
This year’s theme:
Aligning Standards in Context, Culture, and Community: Advancing the 2022 MN Math Standards
Mark your calendars and begin the Professional Development request process!
Kicking off the conference will be Dr. Anton Treuer, Bemidji State University Professor of Ojibwe and author of many books, during Friday's opening session. For our closing session, we're thrilled to welcome Christopher Danielson, Talking Math With Your Kids and Math On-A-Stick at the MN State Fair. Spring Conference Registration and more information
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Accepting Speaker Proposals for the 2026 Spring Conference |
Prospective MCTM Presenter, The annual MCTM Spring conference is built on the best and brightest work of our members, and your contribution will help support math educators across the state. If you know of others in your school building, district, or other place of education doing interesting work, invite them to submit a proposal as well. 2026 Spring Conference speaker proposal application
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2026 Ross Taylor Leadership Symposium |
2026 Ross Taylor Leadership Symposium
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Integrating Indigenous Perspectives into K-12 Mathematics:
Training with Anton Treuer
Session Description:
Join esteemed Ojibwe scholar and educator Anton Treuer for an interactive training designed for Minnesota’s K–12 math educators, principals, coaches, specialists, and instructional leaders. This session will deepen your understanding of Minnesota’s Indigenous communities, histories, and local places, while guiding your team to take practical first steps toward weaving these perspectives into math instruction. Together, we will explore ways to create mathematics learning experiences that honor Indigenous knowledge, build cultural relevance, and inspire student engagement.
WHERE: Duluth, DECC on Harbor Side
COST: 1-4 participants $230 per person, after 4 registrations from the same district/group, the next 5 or more participants are at $185. One free administrator registration for every four 4 registrations.
Limit of 10 registrations per district
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
- Coffee in AM
- Lunch
- CEUs
- Copy of "Where Wolves Don't Die", a novel set in MN
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2026 Math Leader Book Club
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One Stop Shop Page for all MN Math Links and Resources
Are you struggling to find a Minnesota Math link or Resource? Try starting with the One-stop shop google doc that links to Minnesota Math standards, assessment links, videos and more. On this page you will find an updated 2025-26 PD calendar and information on MDE office hours. It is recommended you bookmark this page as it is updated often. ProTip ‘Ctrl F’ or ‘Command F’ allows you to FIND a word you are looking for on the document.
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MN Math Leaders has its own page on the MCTM website!
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The MN Math Leaders Group has its own page on the MCTM website. More information will be coming to this page soon. Did you know it is FREE to join this group? Find the link to join the group on this page and please share with others. We are on a mission to have at least one person from all 500+ MN school districts connected to this group.
As a reminder, the MN Math Leader group has monthly PLC meetings on the 3rd Tuesday (from 12:30-2:30 p.m) and 3rd Thursday’s (from 4-6 p.m.). This group is open to all MN Math teachers and district leaders. November’s PLC dates are November 19th and 21st. |
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Call For Nominations to the MCTM Board of Directors |
By: Kristin Johnson, MCTM Past President
Do you want to get more involved with leadership in math education in MN? Do you know someone who would bring valuable experience to the MCTM Board of Directors? Nominations are open for five positions for the next MCTM Board election.
The Board needs a diverse representation of MCTM membership to serve the Minnesota mathematics community. Help the Nominations and Elections Committee identify talented, energetic individuals to work on the mission of MCTM. The Board election is held in February with newly elected Board members beginning a three-year term at the Spring conference April 24, 2026.
For More Information and the Nomination Form
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Takeaways from NCTM Atlanta
by Laura Wagenman, MCTM President
Laura makes connections from NCTM sessions to the 2022 MN Math Standards.
How I Helped My Students Question the Questions
by Alexis Wolf, Region 4 Director
Alexis discusses how she is working with her students to utilize the context of the problem and encouraging her students to question the question.
From the Archives- early 1980s
by Mark Nechanicky, Region 1 MCTM director
Mark digs back in the archives to help put a face to a name. Each year the day before our Spring Conference is the Ross Taylor Symposium. But who is Ross Taylor and how has he contributed to math education?
Remembering a Mathematics Leader Jack Burrill was a Presidential Award winner in Mathematics, a distinguished Wisconsin mathematics educator, mathematics researcher, and contributor to curriculum projects and publications. MCTM sends condolences to his wife, Gail Burrill, a frequent and honored MCTM Spring Conference presenter and member. |
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MCTM Foundation Update
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Check out this month's foundation update. The deadline for two scholarships are coming this month and we're looking for two new members! Consider joining to help other teachers and ensure the financial stability of MCTM. |
Elementary Ongoing Professional Learning Endowment Update.
Planning is underway for this first free elementary professional learning opportunity. The video below contains course information and ways to support this endowment.
Elementary Endowment video
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2025 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit |
This year's virtual summit is November 14,15,and 16. This FREE opportunity features many familiar names from past MCTM conferences - Dr. Pamela Seda, Peter Liljedahl, Dr. India White, and Dr. Mike Flynn. The link below contains all featured speakers and registration information 2025 Make Math Moments Virtual Summit
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Updates from SciMathMN STEM Center |
SciMathMN STEM Center Updates and Request Exciting news about the SciMathMN STEM Teacher Center. The Vision for the SciMathMN Stem Teacher Center envisions a vibrant, future-focused hub that empowers every K-12 STEM educator in Minnesota through innovation, collaboration, andr real-world connection. In order for this vision to be fulfilled, we need several MN educators to support this work by serving as active members on the SciMathMN Board. Request from SciMathMN and MCTM
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Nominations for Honorary MCTM Member |
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Do you know of a colleague that has long and dedicated service to the Minnesota Math Community? Nominate a colleague for Honorary MCTM Membership. Nominations are due by November 15. Questions: mctm@mctm.org MCTM Honorary Membership Nomination Form
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