Mathematics Leadership at Work:
Moving the Common Core State Standards from Vision to Action
For K-16 mathematics education leaders - teams and individuals

GE Energy Headquarters
Atlanta, Georgia
June 21-23, 2011

Thank you for your interest in the 2011 NCSM Leadership Academy.

The NCSM Leadership Academy is now full.

There is no space available to accommodate onsite registrations.

The Leadership Academy Will Focus On:

• Common Core State Standards (CCSS):
  Actions to support implementation in your school, district, or region.
• Mathematics Specialists, Instructional Coaches, and District Coordinators:
  Strategies to support your professional growth and work with teachers and administrators.
• Actions to Address the Vision and Expectations of the CCSS:
  Strategies to guide every colleague, faculty member, and school leader.
  
  • Exploring the Mathematics Standards as described by the grade level and course level Domains of the CCSS.
  • Using research-informed best practices in teaching and learning, as described by the eight CCSS Mathematical Practices Standards.
  • Understanding summative and formative assessment practices, as described in the new vision for assessment of K-12 mathematics

Leadership Academy Features

• Specific elementary, middle, and high school grade level focus
• CCSS Mathematical Practices
• CCSS content domains, learning trajectories, & instructional scope and sequencing
• NCSM tools to support the CCSS
• PARCC and SBAC Assessment session
• Rich and engaging content explicitly designed for mathematics education leaders
• Practical suggestions and specific next steps for site work
• Research-based strategies for getting results
• Networking among leaders from other states and countries
• Continental breakfast and lunch each day of the Academy

June 21-23, 2011
Atlanta, Georgia
GE Energy Headquarters
4200 Wildwood Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30339-8402

Thank you for your interest in the 2011 NCSM Leadership Academy.

The NCSM Leadership Academy is now full.

There is no space available to accommodate onsite registrations.

Why You Should Attend:

• Because you are an aspiring or seasoned mathematics education leader, teacher, coach, or administrator
• Because you want to lead your school and district toward student success and the CCSS

Bring a Team!

Teams are especially encouraged to attend, as the Academy provides an extraordinary opportunity to collaborate on site work and identify next steps for goals set for the 2011-2012 school year.

• Teams of teachers and leaders will find the academy especially powerful.
• Team registration rates provide a perfect incentive for teams to attend.
• Every individual will leave inspired, motivated, and prepared for 2011-2012.
• Academy presenters will provide the guidance, time, and tools for teams (and individuals) to work together.
• While every one will leave the academy with a plan tailored to implement change, teams will leave with a common plan they can implement together.

Thank you for your interest in the 2011 NCSM Leadership Academy.

The NCSM Leadership Academy is now full.

There is no space available to accommodate onsite registrations.

Registration Confirmation

You will receive an email confirmation, which will serve as a receipt, if you've included an email address in your profile. Allow 2-3 weeks for processing. Registration becomes effective only when payment is received. If you have not received your registration confirmation within a week of the academy you've registered for, call NCSM Member and Conference Services at (303) 758-9611.

Late Registration

We will do our best to accommodate registrations received after the deadline on a space-available basis and with a $25 late charge.

Cancellation Policy

NCSM will refund Academy registration fees following the schedule below:

NCSM Membership Information

Membership can be renewed along with your academy registration. If your NCSM membership expires before the end of the month of the academy that you want to attend, you must renew in order to register for the academy at the discounted member rate.

Nonmembers may join NCSM before registering for the Academy at the discounted member rate.

Hotel Reservations

There are several hotels within a short distance from the Academy site. Among them are:

Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta NW/Wildwood
3045 Windy Hill Rd
Atlanta GA 30339
770-953-8850

Marriott Northwest
200 Interstate North Parkway
Atlanta GA 30339
770-952-7900

Hyatt Regency Suites Atlanta Northwest
2999 Windy Hill Rd
Marietta GA 30067
770-956-1234

Contact the hotel of your choice and make arrangements directly.

For NCSM Membership or Academy Registration Information and Questions

For Housing Information and Questions

Contact your hotel directly.

For Academy Information and Questions

Tim Kanold, NCSM Past President:

Mathematics Leadership At Work: Moving the CCSS Standards for Mathematical Practice from Vision to Action

NCSM is now accepting invitations to host our 2012 3-day NCSM Leadership Academy.

Download the General Information Cover Letter
Download the Leadership Academy Host Proposal Form

Why Host an NCSM Leadership Academy?

• To bring an NCSM national professional development experience to large numbers of mathematics education leaders in your district and surrounding area. (Minimize travel costs!)
• To engage all members of your local leadership team in a shared professional learning and planning experience.
• To negotiate dates that best suit your need (between June 11 and August 17, 2012).

Among the Responsibilities of the Host

• Guarantee 25-30 paid attendees with paid registrations completed by May 15, 2012.
• Provide meeting space for at least 75 attendees.
• Work with NCSM to promote and guarantee 75 Academy attendees.
• Provide 3 hotel recommendations and logistical contacts to NCSM.

Next Steps

If you are interested in hosting an NCSM 2012 Leadership Academy, read General Information, download a proposal form, and submit a proposal to us. Proposals are due by June 30, 2011. Please email your proposal to Suzanne Mitchell, NCSM President.