Mathematics Leadership at Work:
Developing Commitment to Reform in the New Decade

Interact with colleagues and NCSM leaders as you build your knowledge base for real school transformation

It promises to be a terrific professional learning and growth experience!

WHY ATTEND THE FALL LEADERSHIP SEMINAR?

• The collaboration and content for deep change
• The energized passion and contagious enthusiasm of talented and motivational presenters
• The practical solutions to complex issues faced by mathematics education leaders today
• The interaction with colleagues and NCSM leaders as you build your knowledge base for real school transformation

You will be energized by the passion and contagious enthusiasm of the presenters-Diane Briars and Tim Kanold. They will unfold the complex actions of mathematics education leaders and help you to answer the question: "What does an effective mathematics leader need to know and do?"

BRING A TEAM!

• Teams of teachers and leaders will find the seminar especially powerful.
• Team registration rates provide a perfect incentive for teams to attend.
• Every individual will leave inspired, motivated, and prepared for 2010-2011.
• Seminar presenters will provide the guidance, time, and tools for teams (and individuals) to work together.

What Will You Learn How To Do? Use research-informed strategies for equity and excellence in task selection and assessment decisions Passionately pursue levels of coherent rigor and equity in the work of all teachers Use influence skills that will lead to adult actions guaranteed to improve student achievement in your school mathematics programs Implement highly effective learning communities of teachers	2010 Annual Fall Leadership Seminar Agenda
	7:00-8:00	Registration and continental breakfast
	8:00-9:15	Tim Kanold The Teachable Voice of the School Mathematics Leader and Coach - How Research Should and Does Inform Our Leadership Practice!
	9:15-10:30	Tim Kanold The Pressure and Support of the School Mathematics Leader and Coach - How Do We Erase Inequities in Student Learning?
	10:30-10:45	Break
	10:45-12:00	Diane Briars The Energy Focus of Teacher Leadership Actions - What Really Matters in Curriculum, Teaching and Learning? Part 1
	12:00-1:00	Lunch sponsored by America's Choice
	1:00-2:30	Diane Briars The Energy Focus of Teacher Leadership Actions - What Really Matters in Curriculum, Teaching and Learning? Part 2
	2:30-3:45	Tim Kanold The Energy Focus of Teacher Leadership Actions - What Really Matters in Focusing Teacher Change
	3:45-4:00	Next Steps with You and with NCSM

Meet Your Hosts for the NCSM Leadership Seminar

Diane Briars, Ph.D., is President of NCSM and Co-Director of the Algebra Intensification Project, a joint venture of the Learning Science Research Institute, University of Illinois at Chicago, and the Dana Center, University of Texas at Austin. Previously, Diane was Mathematics Director for the Pittsburgh Public Schools. Diane has served as a member of many national committees, including the National Commission on Mathematics and Science Teaching for the 21st Century, headed by Senator John Glenn. A talented and motivational speaker, Diane has served in leadership roles for NCTM, The College Board, and the National Science Foundation.

Tim Kanold, Ph.D., is a Past President for NCSM and currently serves the NCSM Board as the Director of the Summer Leadership Academies. Tim is an author and leader for E^2-PLC Learning-a group that serves mostly urban districts. Previously, Tim served for 21 years as the Director of Mathematics and Science and then as Superintendent of Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125 in the Chicago area. A motivational and insightful leader, Tim provides practical solutions to the complex issues faced by mathematics education leaders today.

October 6, 2010
8:00 am-4:00 pm
Denver, Colorado
Postmark deadline for the Denver registration form and fees is September 22, 2010*

October 13, 2010
8:00 am-4:00 pm
Baltimore, Maryland
Postmark deadline for the Baltimore registration form and fees is September 29, 2010*

October 27, 2010
8:00 am-4:00 pm
New Orleans, Louisiana
Postmark deadline for the New Orleans registration form and fees is October 13, 2010*

* After this date, registrations will be accommodated on a space-available basis.

Registration Options.

Early and team registration secure the best rates!

Register for the NCSM Fall Leadership Seminars electronically. To register online, visit NCSM Member and Conference Services.

Register for the NCSM Fall Leadership Seminars by Mail or Fax. To register via fax or mail, download and complete the printable flyer and registration form and return it by:

Registration Payment Options

You may pay for registration by check, MasterCard, Visa, or Discover Card. Please note: If registering by purchase order, payment is due one week prior to the seminar you plan to attend. NCSM does not accept purchase orders for membership dues.

Registration Fees

* A team is two or more people

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 seminar 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 Seminar registration fees following the schedule below:

NCSM Membership Information

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

Nonmembers may join NCSM by checking off the "New Member" box on the registration form. By checking off the "New Member" box and including your membership fee ($85) with the seminar registration fee, you will qualify to register for the seminar at the discounted member rate.

Hotel information will be posted soon. The NCSM Leadership Seminars will be located at the NCTM Regional Headquarters hotel.

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