Big Ideas Learning

Last week, Danielle Oehler and I were able to spend three days engrossed in learning at the Conference for the Advancement of Mathematics Teaching (CAMT) in Houston. We attended numerous sessions centered on a variety of relevant topics, including promoting student discourse, assisting students with essential calculator applications, tapping into AI to aid in efficency, as well as utilizing small group instruction and manipulatives in the secondary classroom. We also had the opportunity to provide resource feedback for Big Ideas Learning and serve on the STEMscopes Math Texas Advisory Board. It was an incredible amount of professional learning (and fun!) in just a few days. Thank you to Big Ideas Learning for sponsoring the CAMT registration for the Austin ISD Secondary Math Team! We are very grateful for this opportunity and are excited to bring back such meaningful information to our teachers!

What a fantastic first day at CAMT 2024! 🎉 We had a blast connecting with educators, hosting a focus group, and leading an inspiring professional development session. If you're at the conference, make sure to swing by booth #401 to say hello or join us at one of our upcoming speaker sessions. We can't wait to meet more amazing educators! National Geographic Learning #CAMT2024 #BigIdeasLearning #EducationConference #Booth401 #SpeakerSessions 🍎📚

Calling all Texas Educators! 📢 Join us for some inspiring professional development sessions and stop by booth #401 at CAMT 2024! 🍎📚 Big Ideas Learning will host FOUR professional development sessions: 1. Engaging Tasks to Encourage Classroom Discourse from Laurie Boswell - Monday, July 15th, at 1:0pam in CC 381 BC 2. Creating Math Routines Accessible for All Students from Nick Lopez - Tuesday, July 16th, at 10:00am in CC 371 CF 3. Mathematically Meaningful Interactions through NCTM’s Effective Teaching Practices from Courtney Nagle – Tuesday, July 16th, at 10:00am in CC 371 BE 4. For the Love of Geometry from Laurie Boswell – Tuesday, July 16th, at 2:30pm in CC 381 BC National Geographic Learning #MathTeachers #Teaching #CAMT2024 #ProfessionalDevelopment

Happy Birthday, America! 🇺🇸🗽 As we celebrate the birth of our nation, let's embrace the spirit of freedom, curiosity, and innovation. Just as our forefathers sparked a revolution, we strive to ignite a passion for learning and exploration in everyone. Wishing you a safe and joyful Fourth of July filled with wonder and discovery! #4thofJuly #IndependenceDay #Freedom #Liberty

📚 Celebrating Juneteenth: Honoring Freedom and Educating for the Future ⭐ Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States on June 19, 1865. This is a significant day to recognize the path toward racial freedom that has been forged, and the acknowledgement that there is still more work to be done. As educators, parents, and administrators, let's integrate the lessons of Juneteenth into our classrooms, inspiring the next generation to build a more inclusive and equitable future. Join us in commemorating Juneteenth and honoring the resilience and contributions of African Americans. #Juneteenth #EquityInEducation #CelebrateFreedom #InspireChange

Join us for two inspiring speaker sessions! ☀️ Learn how to add fun to your classroom and motivate your students to excel at FCTM. Don't miss out on these valuable teaching sessions with Judy Hickman and Andrea Dreaden! 👇 Big Ideas Learning will host TWO speaker sessions: 1. Adding Fun to Your Classroom - Thursday, June 20th, at 11:30am in Boca V 2. Motivating Students - Thursday, June 20th, at 3:15pm in Boca 1 National Geographic Learning #MathTeachers #Teaching #FCTM2024 #ProfessionalDevelopment

📸 Call for Hair and Makeup Artists! 📸 We are seeking an experienced hair and makeup artist to join us from July 24-26th for a photoshoot. In this paid position, you will style kid and adult models to be natural and authentic. To apply, email your resume and portfolio to [email protected]! ✉️ Contact: [email protected] 📆 Shoot Dates: July 24th - 26th 📍 Location: Erie, Pennsylvania 

📸 Call for a Wardrobe Stylist! 📸 We are seeking an experienced wardrobe stylist to join us from July 24-26th for a photoshoot. In this paid position, you will dress kid and adult models to fit the scene. To apply, email your resume and portfolio to [email protected]! ✉️ Contact: [email protected] 📆 Shoot Dates: July 24th - 26th 📍 Location: Erie, Pennsylvania 

📸 Call for a Social Worker/Teacher 📸 We are seeking a certified social worker and/or teacher to join us from July 24-26th for a photoshoot. In this paid position, you will support and represent kid models throughout the shoot. To apply, email your resume and portfolio to [email protected]! ✉️ Contact: [email protected] 📆 Shoot Dates: July 24th - 26th 📍 Location: Erie, Pennsylvania 

As the school year comes to a close, let's take a moment to celebrate all the amazing educators who have worked tirelessly to support and inspire their students! 🍎📚 Thank you for all your dedication and hard work. We see you, and we appreciate you! And a big congratulations to the class of 2024! #TeacherAppreciation #ThankYouTeachers #MakingADifference #EndOfYearCelebration