The ATMIM newsletter is published every other month throughout the school year to share important information, showcase the work of local educators, and help increase connection among math teachers in Massachusetts.
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What are ATMIM members reading? |
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Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom, Grades 6-1 is finally here!
This book is so much more than simply a collection of good thinking tasks. It delves deeper into the implementation of the 14 practices from the BTC framework by updating the practices with the newest research, and focusing on the practice through the lens of rich math tasks that address specific mathematical learning outcomes or standards. |
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In this newsletter... - Highlights from the ATMNE Regional Conference "Mathematics without Limits"
- Message from Naomi Dupre-Edelman, ATMIM President
- NCTM & NCSM News
- Teacher Awards
- Teacher Mini-Grants
- DESE News
- Western MA Math Partnership
- ATMIM Board Members Reading List
- Call for Volunteers
- Membership News
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Interested in renewing your membership, subscribing to our emails, or following us on social media? Visit our website to learn more. |
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The ATMNE Conference "Mathematics Without Limits" was held on October 30-31, with over 450 participants and nearly 50 vendor representatives. It was a great success. The conference hosted 101 sessions and close to 95 unique speakers. Thursday night included a STEM Night as well as a showing of the movie "Counted Out". Thank you to all for the support generated. Our KeyNotes were passionate, and Featured speakers were engaging. The opportunities for all speaker sessions allowed teacher leaders to bring ideas back to their classrooms. What energy and excitement! Nearly 100 people walked away with many gift cards, vendor donations, and business donations as door prizes. Next year, the ATMNE Conference will be held in Rhode Island.
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ATMNE News Regional Conference
October 30-31 |
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Highlights From the Conference . . . |
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Keynote speakers
Julia Aguirre & Maria del Rosario Zavala |
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Keynote Speaker
Annie Fetter |
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Conference Chairs Sandy Ollerhead and Bob Knittle |
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"I LOVE math (and this conference)! |
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We appreciate ALL of our volunteers. Thank you! |
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Balomenos Honor ~ Dr. Deborah Schifter |
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Message from ATMIM President
Naomi Dupre-Edelman Dear ATMIM Members,
As we transition from October to November, we hope you're finding time to recharge, enjoy the beauty of fall, and settle into the school year.
We want to extend a huge thank you to our dedicated board members for making last week’s ATMNE Conference a success! And to all of you who attended—thank you for writing sub plans, sharing your expertise, and joining us in community and collaboration. We’re already looking forward to seeing you at ATMNE 2026 in Rhode Island! Keep an eye on our website and the ATMNE page for updates about ATMNE 2027 and future events.
Meanwhile, ATMIM is planning exciting new experiences for Winter and Spring 2026. To help us shape these opportunities, please take a moment to complete our ATMIM Member Survey. Your input is invaluable in helping us create meaningful ways for you to connect, learn, and grow.
Complete the Survey Now
Thank you for being part of our vibrant math education community! ~ Naomi Dupre-Edelman, President
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ATMIM Representative Anjali Deshpande attended NCSM and NCTM in Atlanta, Georgia in October and represented Massachusetts in the regional affiliate meetings. Next year's NCSM Annual Conference will be in Denver, Colorado from October 25th to 28th, more information here. Next year's NCTM's Annual Meeting and Exposition will be October 28th to 31st, also in Denver. For more information on NCTM's upcoming Spring Conferences please visit here. If you have any questions or you'd like to connect about NCTM or NCSM, please contact Anjali at educatoranjali@gmail.com.
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At the ATMNE conference, we were proud to award Dr. Joseph Spadano, the Rev. Stanley J. Bezuszka, S.J. and Margaret J. Kenney Lifetime Service Award for Mathematics Teaching and Learning. Joe spent 30 year teaching mathematics at Westford Academy in MA, he currently works with pre-practicum teacher at Rivier University in NH and has been on the boards of NHTM and ATMNE. Congratulations Joe for all you have done for the field of education in New England! |
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We are extending our deadline for our Mini Teacher Grants to December 15th. The Mini Teacher Grant of $500 is for innovative ways to improve or enrich mathematics instruction in the classroom or in an after-school program. Last year we had 5 winners who took advantage of the award. Click here for more information and a link for the application.
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DESE News
Get inolved with the Math Leader Network - a network of math leaders across MA that convene every other month to discuss current issues and work together. If you are interested, reach out to Dr. Kandjanga - Fabrice.K.Kandjanga@mass.gov or Register Here:
Math Leader Network Sign Up Sign up for the DESE STEM newsletter to find out what is happening across MA related to STEM Interested in updates about MCAS? Sign up to receive updates through the Student Assessment newsletter:
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Western MA Math Partnership
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Join WMMP for their Winter Institute "Call for Proposals".
Conference will be held on Jan 31,2026 at Mt. Holyoke College, and the proposal deadline is December 3, 2025. Don't miss out sharing your talents from your classroom experience.
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What Are ATMIM Board Members Reading This Fall?
Bob - Slow Horses series (currently on Real Tigers - book #3 of 8)
Naomi - All the Colors of the Dark and Figuring Out Fluency
Jenn - The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter - And How To Make the Most of Them Now by Dr. Meg Jay and Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult.
Anjali - The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker
Kathy- School Systems That Learn: Improving Professional Practice, Overcoming Limitations, and Diffusing Innovation by Paul B. Ash and John P. D′Auria
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Any interest in being an ATMIM Member?
We hope you reach out to any of us on the Board and express interest. Elections will be coming up in the Spring - and we'd love to hear from interested people.
More to come in December - but we hope you consider it, and reach out with any questions.
Email Bob at rdknittle@gmail.com if you might be leaning to become more involved.
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Membership Update A membership is a great $20 gift to yourself. You will be a member of an entity of Math teacher leaders across the State. Over 400 members are able to share ideas and learn from each other through online Webinars, book groups and our Spring Conference. Remember, building and coach memberships are encouraged as well.
Don't hesitate to register as a building-based team for membership. Also, check out our Coaching prices as well.
Join membership through our ATMIM website.
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