OESD Mathematics Department

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Leadership Building for Collaborative Learning

Our goal is to improve student achievement in mathematics through: Designing and delivering effective professional development; Generating regional shared knowledge; Aligning with statewide goals and initiatives for improving student achievement; and, Building leadership capacity. WE ARE DEDICATED TO PROVIDING HIGH QUALITY, SUSTAINABLE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT! Our PD approach emphasizes these four areas of focus: Leadership Development: Increasing the capacity of district administrators, principals, and teacher leaders to impact the learning of students and staff. Professional Learning Communities: Structured opportunities for educators to work together to address the issues impacting student learning and classroom practice. Knowledge Building: Continually deepening the knowledge and understanding of all staff about curriculum, assessment, instruction, and learning. Curricular Resources and Support: Increasing staff and regional capacity for leveraging materials and resources to enhance instruction.

THE OESD 114 MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT TEAM: Katy Absten Mathematics Director & Regional Math Coordinator (360) 782-5061 email: kabsten@oesd.wednet.edu Tamara Smith Mathematics Professional Development Specialist (360) 782-5015 email: tsmith@oesd.wednet.edu Daniel King Mathematics Professional Development Specialist (360) 782-5067 email: dking@oesd.wednet.edu   Robin Henrikson Mathematics Professional Development Specialist email: rhenrikson@oesd.wednet.edu   Mary Pitzer Department Secretary (360) 405-5820 email: mpitzer@oesd.wednet.edu