Event Description

*If WeTeach_CS cancels this event due to COVID-19, registrants will receive a full refund.*

Algebra is a gatekeeper for academic success and often the course where so many students begin to veer off of a college readiness trajectory in high school. This is particularly true for students of color and low income students. Contextualized mathematics, in which everything students learn is first grounded in real world applications, is a way to make Algebra less abstract and more meaningful to students. The AMPED on Algebra program, which can be implemented either through individual lessons or as an entire curriculum, puts algebra in the context of running a business. If you’re tired of hearing “When will we ever use this?”, then AMPED on Algebra may be just what you need. The curriculum can be used in an Algebra I class or in CTE courses such as business, entrepreneurship, or manufacturing.  A full unit by unit correlation to the Algebra I TEKS can be downloaded HERE.

Contextualizing Math and Career & Technical Education

• Implement an innovative approach to math instruction with proven success at closing the achievement gap in mathematics education
• Greatly improved math results on all forms of assessments, pass/fail rates, and student engagement
• Strategically integrate math concepts
• Bring real-world relevance to math by engaging students in hands-on challenges which apply the Algebra concepts they are learning aligned with TEKS
• Provide to students the opportunity to explore math in context, thereby opening the potential to pursue STEM or CTE graduation diploma pathways
• Get the full curriculum: activities, assessments, student problem banks, unit planners – TEKS aligned
• Receive ongoing coaching and support activities that can be adapted for middle school and high school instruction

Visit the Contextual Learning Concepts website for additional details: http://contextuallc.com/amped/

Eligible Attendees

Any educator focused on improving algebra achievement is eligible to attend. This includes Algebra teachers as well as CTE teachers in areas such as Business, Marketing, Entrepreneurship and Manufacturing.

Cost

Teachers: $1,695.00 per participant (4-day workshop)

Certificates of Participation

Certificates stating 26 hours of Continuing Professional Education hours (CPE credits) earned will be sent electronically after the participant has completed the online course evaluation. Any questions about certificates should be directed toward the contact person listed on this page.

Registration Notes

• Registration fees cover breakfast, lunch and training materials.
• Payments are due before this event.
• Refunds will not be issued for cancellations or those not in attendance.
• Event limited to 30 participants.
• PARTICIPANTS MUST CREATE A UTEID AND PASSWORD IN ORDER TO REGISTER FOR ANY EVENT.

Registration or Payment Questions?

Registration and payment instructions can be found during checkout or here.

A NOTE ABOUT MEALS

Breakfast and lunch will be provided; a menu will be emailed to you the week prior to the event. If you have special dietary needs or preferences, feel free to bring your own meals as we are not able to accomodate everyone's needs.

Logistics

Accommodations and Transportation

All participants are responsible for their own transportation and lodging arrangements and payments. 

If your institution is paying for your lodging, a copy of the Texas Hotel Occupancy Tax Exempt form is provided and should be printed and turned in to your hotel upon arrival. 

Texas Hotel Occupancy Tax Exemption Certificate (PDF)

Schedule

Monday - Thursday

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Getting There

Ample parking is available at Hendrickson High School.  Please park in front of the school and use the main entrance.