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Mrs. Susan Love, Mathematics Specialist
The Covenant School, Charlottesville, VA
Welcome to the Essentials of Teaching Mathematics Workshop—powered by [Math]odology!
This immersive, three-day training (July 14–16, 2025) is designed for educators who want to move beyond rote memorization and help students truly understand math. You’ll learn how to develop the conceptual understanding behind mathematical procedures in practical, relatable ways—so both you and your students can connect ideas and make learning more meaningful and impactful.
Across three focused days, you’ll:
- Discover strategies for teaching the “why” behind the “how,” making math more engaging and relevant for learners
- Experience hands-on activities and real classroom scenarios you can use right away
- Connect with fellow educators in a collaborative, supportive environment
Workshop Format:
- Interactive, hands-on sessions
- Small group collaborations
- Real classroom application scenarios
- Time for planning and reflection
- Opportunities to network with fellow educators
You’ll leave equipped to foster deeper understanding, relate math concepts to real life, and inspire a genuine love of math from the very start of the new school year.
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3-Day Workshop: Essential Strategies for Teaching and Learning Mathematics
Day 1 – Whole Number Operations & Building Fluency (July 14)
Gain a strong foundation in number sense and learn how to create a supportive, well-structured math classroom. Explore how students naturally develop mathematical understanding, and discover practical strategies to guide their progress.
Day 2 – Fraction Operations & Introduction to Word Problems (July 15)
Discover why fractions often present challenges for students and learn effective ways to teach these concepts. Explore how visual models can bridge the gap between the verbal language of word problems and the symbolic language of mathematics, helping students make sense of both.
Day 3 – Advanced Word Problems, Assessment, and Lesson Planning (July 16)
Tackle complex word problems using visual models and bring together all aspects of effective lesson planning and assessment. You’ll have time to start mapping out your grade-level plans and leave the workshop with your first math unit ready for the classroom.
Day 1
Whole Number Operations
Day 2
Fraction and Word Problems
Day 3
Lesson Planning and Assessment
Hear from our past students…
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“I found it very valuable to see the difference small teacher moves can make in the learning students are able to show in a lesson. We all think we are teaching the same math lessons, but it is very clear to me now that the students are experiencing math differently in each classroom. Also, the chance to pick up on the language and style Ban Har uses when teaching and talking about math is always so beneficial and helps me change my teaching for the better.”
Betsy-Grade 3 Teacher
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“My goal was to do journaling better. I like the journal communication pages. It has me thinking about what entries I can create to push my students. Learning the three languages of mathematics will help me too! I can give guidance to my students.”
Kim-Grade 1 Teacher
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“I am so motivated to jump back in next with a rejuvenated spirit and understanding.”
Ashley-Grade 4 Teacher
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Orientation
Module 2: Workshop
Module 3: Next Steps
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Meet Your Instructors
Donna Lamonte, Katie Hall,
Sarah Schaefer & Melissa Williams
Meet the Workshop Instructors—a team of powerhouse educators who turn math professional development into a transformative experience. Our instructors aren’t just passionate about teaching; they’ve lived it, shaped it, and raised the bar for math education nationwide.
Sarah Schaefer brings nearly thirty years of K-12 math teaching, co-authorship of the acclaimed think! Mathematics curriculum, and the creation of the Developing Roots program. She knows what teachers face in the classroom and how to help students truly connect with math. Donna Lamonte, National Board Certified and a Presidential Award winner, has spent over four decades inspiring early learners. Her expertise bridges the gap between research and real-world instruction. Melissa specializes in elementary education and learning differences, with experience in both public and private settings. Katie leverages 23 years as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and math interventionist, championing hands-on strategies that boost conceptual understanding.
Our team’s collective experience means we’ve seen—and solved—the challenges teachers face. Whether you’re looking for fresh instructional strategies, ways to reach diverse learners, or just practical solutions that work, our workshops deliver. We help teachers deepen their mathematical content knowledge and classroom practice, which research shows leads to better student outcomes and engagement (Heinemann Blog, FACTS Management).
Why choose us? Because our instructors have been there, done it, and come back to help you do it better. With decades of combined classroom experience and nationally recognized achievements, our team is the best in the industry. Our workshops foster collaborative problem-solving, boost teacher confidence, and ignite a passion for math in both educators and students (Newton College, Heinemann Blog).
Unlock your teaching potential with Workshop Instructors—where real classroom experience meets a relentless drive for student success.
Instructors: Elevating Math Education with Unmatched Expertise
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