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This unique Mathematics in a PLC at Work® Summit is led by Solution Tree authors and renowned thought leaders of the 2018 Every Student Can Learn Mathematics series. Committed to helping you design an effective K–12 mathematics program, these mathematics experts will share research-affirmed and proven classroom instructional strategies. You will discover how to erase inequities in student learning during the lesson; inspire relevant and meaningful mathematics teaching and learning; and implement effective homework, assessment, and grading practices that accurately measure and promote student mastery. Establish next steps for your team and receive customized, practical answers to your most pressing mathematics content, instruction, and assessment questions at this inspiring mathematics PLC summit.

  • Experience demonstrations of how to help students persevere in, understand, and apply mathematics every day.
  • Identify high-quality assessment criteria and Tier 2 intervention strategies to target students who struggle to learn mathematics.
  • Examine teacher teams' actions that lead to significant increases in mathematics achievement.
  • Learn how to apply the four critical questions of a PLC to improve daily planning and teaching through formative processes for lessons, homework, and assessment tasks.
  • Use discussion tools and inquiry protocols to unpack essential learning standards, deeply examine grade-level progressions, and effectively use higher-level cognitive demand tasks in class every day.
  • Create a network of new colleagues and acquire new ideas and promising practices during the role-alike session.
  • Discover how to become a highly effective and relational collaborative mathematics team.
  • Examine how to live a balanced and high-energy work life each and every day.

Venue

Pasadena Convention Center

300 E Green St

Pasadena, California

Learn from leading experts

Keynote speakers

Bill Barnes

Bill Barnes

Bill Barnes

Bill Barnes is the chief academic officer for the Howard County Public School System in Maryland. Bill was a recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching and has served on the board of directors for the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics. Bill is passionate about working to ensure that students graduate with their dream intact.

Brian Buckhalter

Brian Buckhalter

Brian Buckhalter

Brian Buckhalter, affectionately known as Dr. Buck, is a presenter with nearly 20 years of experience. He specializes in helping teachers and students build conceptual understanding in tandem with procedural application of mathematics skills and concepts.

Jennifer Deinhart

Jennifer Deinhart

Jennifer Deinhart

Jennifer Deinhart is an educational consultant and K–8 mathematics specialist. Jennifer is currently working as a mathematics instructional coach at Rose Hill Elementary, part of Fairfax County Public Schools.

Timothy D. Kanold

Timothy D. Kanold

Timothy D. Kanold

Timothy D. Kanold, PhD, an award-winning educator and author, is former superintendent of Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125, a Model PLC at Work® district in Lincolnshire, Illinois.

Georgina Rivera

Georgina Rivera

Georgina Rivera

Georgina Rivera is an elementary school principal with over 20 years of experience in public education. She works with educators and leaders to build collaborative teams and ensure all students receive high-quality mathematics instruction.

Sarah Schuhl

Sarah Schuhl

Sarah Schuhl

Sarah Schuhl specializes in professional learning communities, mathematics, assessment, school improvement, and RTI. She has been a secondary mathematics teacher, high school instructional coach, and K–12 mathematics specialist.

Mona Toncheff

Mona Toncheff

Mona Toncheff

Mona Toncheff, an educational presenter and author, has over 30 years of experience in public education. Mona works with educators and leaders nationwide to build collaborative teams and ensure all students receive high-quality mathematics instruction.

Schedule

Onsite Solution Tree Bookstore Open Throughout Event

Agenda and speakers are subject to change.

Detailed agenda and summaries

Monday, December 11th

7:00–8:00 a.m.

Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:00–9:45 a.m. Keynote
9:45–10:00 a.m.

Break

10:00–11:30 a.m. Breakouts
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Lunch (on your own)

1:00–2:30 p.m.

Breakouts

2:30–2:45 p.m.

Break

2:45–3:45 p.m. Role-Alike Networking Meeting

Tuesday, December 12th

7:00–8:00 a.m.

Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:00–9:45 a.m. Keynote
9:45–10:00 a.m.

Break

10:00–11:30 a.m. Breakouts
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Lunch (on your own)

1:00–2:30 p.m.

Breakouts

2:30–2:45 p.m.

Break

2:45–3:45 p.m. Team Time

Wednesday, December 13th

7:00–8:00 a.m.

Continental Breakfast

8:00–9:45 a.m.

Working sessions

9:45–10:00 a.m. Break
10:00–11:30 a.m.

Celebration and Keynote

Accommodations

Events reach capacity quickly. Please confirm your registration before making travel plans.

In order to receive the discounted hotel room rate, please mention Solution Tree. After the deadline listed below, rates will be determined by the hotel. While discounted rooms in our hotel room block may be sold out, the primary hotel may still have rooms available at their standard rates. Please inquire directly with the hotel.

Parking information

First Hour: free
1 - 4 Hours: $15
4 - 24 Hours: $18

All rates are per day and subject to change.

In order to receive the discounted hotel room rate, please mention Solution Tree.
After the deadline listed above, rates will be determined by the hotel.

Hotels

Primary Hotel

Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort and Casino

3667 S. Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109

Discounted Rate: $89/night + $45.95 per night resort fee
Deadline: November 18, 2023 or until group rate is sold out

Online Reservations

Venue

Pasadena Convention Center

300 E Green St

Pasadena, California

Hear from our attendees

Event Reviews

“I've attended four Solution Tree events, and I always leave impressed and motivated to continue our daily work in increasing student achievement.”

Jeff Sheets, principal, Rosa Parks Global Studies/World Language Elementary School, South Dakota

“The content was relevant with actual strategies that can be taken directly into the classroom. Great video examples!”

Casey Shuck, teacher, Hernandez Middle School, Texas

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Additional Information

Product code: CFF802


Five Reasons to Attend a Solution Tree Event (PDF)
A Letter to Your Boss (DOC)

You will receive a certificate of participation 6 weeks after the event concludes. Please check with your department of education for CEU availability.


On-Site Solution Tree Book Co-op Discounts

  • Buy 5 or more Solution Tree titles or resources and receive 30% off and free shipping
  • On-site book co-op open daily throughout the event

Discounts above are for on-site purchases only. Does not include any non-Marzano Resources product, toolkit, or sale table items. Purchase orders and credit cards accepted. We now accept Apple, Google and Samsung Pay onsite. Continental US only.


Included with your registration

Mathematics Assessment and Intervention in a PLC at Work®, Second Edition

Mathematics Assessment and Intervention in a PLC at Work®, Second Edition

Develop a research-based math intervention program with common unit assessments. Increase student learning using the MTSS or response to intervention model to guide mathematics assessment.

Event Notebook

Event Notebook

We’re enhancing your event experience. In addition to providing presentations in digital format, Solution Tree is publishing retail-quality, perfect-bound notebooks expertly designed to support your learning. Any printed handouts or worksheets integrated into your sessions will continue to be provided.

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