Do you want to make your math class more hands-on? Do you wish abstract math concepts could be more concrete and accessible for your students? If so, you are not alone! Join us as we investigate strategies for making sense of abstract concepts by using hands-on materials and experiences, and explore a variety of tools and resources that you can implement in your math classroom. CPDUs: 4.5

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Prepare students for life beyond the classroom. This full-day, hands-on workshop helps grades 6-12 educators transform existing lessons into authentic, career-connected projects that build both academic mastery and essential employability skills. Participants will explore how to integrate the Illinois PaCE and Essential Employability Skills frameworks, develop rubrics that measure collaboration and professionalism, and create meaningful assessments that mirror real workplace expectations. By the end of the day, educators will leave with a ready-to-implement project and the tools to make learning more engaging, relevant, and future-focused. CPDUs: 4.5 hours

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Monday, May 4, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Do you want your students to be more excited about sharing their ideas in math class? Do you wish your students worked together more effectively? If so, you are not alone! Join us as we investigate proven strategies for supporting student collaboration and conversation in math class, and explore a variety of tools and resources that you can implement in your math classroom. CPDUs: 4.5

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In this session, grades 2-6 educators will explore the power of gamification to enhance student learning in math. Participants will discover how to integrate both digital and hands-on games to boost engagement, motivation, and comprehension. The session will cover practical strategies for incorporating educational technology, interactive activities, and game-based learning techniques that align with curriculum goals. Participants will also get a look at teacher-friendly AI platforms designed for school use and learn how to use them to quickly create customized math games and practice activities. The session will also highlight how games can support quick, low-stakes checks for understanding and help assess student skill mastery. Teachers will leave with ready-to-use resources and ideas to transform their classrooms into dynamic, game-infused learning environments that make math more interactive and enjoyable for students. CPDUs: 4.5

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Friday, April 24, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Do you want your students to be more engaged in math class? Do you wish your students had more perseverance to do critical thinking and problem-solving in math? If so, you are not alone! Join us for a day of exploration and collaboration as we tackle these common math class struggles. In this session, participants will learn about proven strategies for increasing student engagement in math and explore a variety of tools and resources for classroom implementation. CPDUs: 4.5

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Friday, February 27, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Do you want your students to have better number sense? Do you wish your students felt more confident in their basic facts and mental math? If so, you are not alone! Join us as we dive deep to understand "fluency", and explore a variety of tools and resources that you can implement in your math classroom to support your students in developing true math fluency. Participants are strongly encouraged to register early-at least one week before the class start date-to secure a seat, as many classes fill quickly. Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment, and early registration can make the difference. CPDUs: 4.5

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Friday, May 8, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

This interactive workshop equips educators with the knowledge and tools to better support students impacted by trauma. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of how trauma shapes behavior, emotions, and learning. Insights that are essential for building inclusive and responsive classrooms.Educators will explore strategies for creating safe, supportive learning environments where students feel secure enough to engage and thrive. The session also covers practical, easy-to-use approaches to fostering resilience, helping students develop the skills to recover and grow from challenges they face both inside and outside the classroom. Participants are strongly encouraged to register early-at least one week before the class start date-to secure a seat, as many classes fill quickly. Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment, and early registration can make the difference.CPDUs: 3.75

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Thursday, March 19, 2026, LLCC-Medical District Room 202

Designed for high school educators, this workshop equips teachers to embed essential employability skills into academic content and classroom management systems. Participants will learn how to align soft skills with career readiness goals, use performance rubrics that reflect professional expectations, and simulate real-world workplace behaviors in the classroom. CPDUs: 2.75 hrs.

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