The Mathematics Unit at the Los Angeles County Office of Education supports student achievement by cultivating the joy in mathematics through high quality professional development, coaching, consultation and technical assistance to Local Educational Agencies across Los Angeles County. We support student mathematics achievement by:
- Modeling active engagement through an assets based approach that focuses on culturally and personally relevant instruction
- Focusing our work on equitable access and opportunity so each and every Los Angeles County Student cultivates robust mathematical identities and become powerful doers of mathematics
- Providing educators opportunities to network and nurture their own mathematical identity to be facilitators of learning and advocates for students
"Math is more than just a way to describe the world, and it is more than just a set of skills, like doing arithmetic or factoring a quadratic. Math is a deeply human enterprise that fulfills basic human longings, such as for beauty and truth, and when properly engaged, it builds virtues like persistence, creativity, and a competence to solve problems you've never seen before. These virtues will serve you well no matter what you do in life. The deep connection between mathematics and human desires show why people in every culture around the globe do mathematics, not just to build things and conduct commerce, but for enjoyment and exploration. An incarcerated man---now my friend---has helped me see this more clearly than ever before." - Francis Su
We are thrilled to extend an enthusiastic invitation to participate in this year's Los Angeles County Math Field Day! With a commitment to excellence in mathematics education, we believe that our students will bring an unparalleled level of passion, talent, and sportsmanship to this esteemed competition.
Save the Date: April 26, 2025
Location: TBD
We hope to see you there!
We are looking forward to partnering with you!
Click on an icon below to see one of the many ways our team can support your work toward equitable math instruction:
Professional Learning Opportunities
Getting To Know the 2023 Mathematics Framework (Asynchronous Course)
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This is a 5 module series designed for all educators and math enthusiasts interested in promoting dynamic and inquiry-driven approaches to
teaching mathematics. Participants will explore the Five Components of Equitable Math Instruction which include; Teaching to Big Ideas, Use Open Engaging Tasks, Cultural and Personally Relevance, Invite Student Questions and Conjectures, and Promote Raasoning and Justification. Educators will have opportunities to understand the research, reflect on the implications for their work, and plan for the use of these components in their classrooms and school sites.
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Mathematical Mindsets
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You will learn: - The differences between fixed and growth mindsets. - How to utilize Mathematical Mindsets as a focus for teaching mathematics. - Strategies to increase opportunities for students to feel confident in learning mathematics.
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Embracing Math Stories to Nurture Students ' Mathematical Identity & Sense of Belonging
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Students and teachers sharing their math stories build community. It says to the student that their lived experiences are valid and their voice is valuable. Learn with us the power of unearthing positive mathematical identities using math stories.
Course Structure: Every Human Has a Math Story. What is YOUR Math Story? Reflection: A Teacher and Student's Math Stories Student Math Stories Pre & Post Sharing Math Stories Builds Community & Belonging
TARGET AUDIENCE: Course Structure: Every Human Has a Math Story. What is YOUR Math Story? Reflection: A Teacher and Student's Math Stories Student Math Stories Pre & Post Sharing Math Stories Builds Community & Belonging Asynchronous Virtual Learning: 2023 CA Mathematics Framework “The aim is to have students come to view mathematics as a subject that is about sense-making and reasoning, to which they can contribute and belong. To achieve this, teachers need to create more opportunities for students to engage in intriguing, deep tasks that honor their ideas and thinking and draw on their backgrounds, interests, and experiences.” Ch.2.Teaching for Equity and Engagement, pg. 45 Administrators, & anyone interested in inclusive education
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Robust Discourse IS Math Class: Using the Math Talk Which One Doesn’t Belong to Unearth Brilliance
Organizing for an Equitable and Joyful Mathematics Classroom Series
The Which One Doesn't Belong?/Which One is Unique? Math talk routine engages students in meaningful mathematical discussions and develops their ability to think flexibly and strategically. All choices are correct, which shifts the focus to justification and provides multiple entry points for all learner abilities. It isn’t about guessing the correct answer; it’s about expressing mathematical relationships precisely to build community with others, which elevates the importance of building upon peers’ ideas and valuing their thinking as much as their own. It conveys that math is about sense-making and that all students’ ideas and voices are valued.
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Equitable High School Mathematics Pathways
You Will:
- Understand the importance of a renewed focus on high school mathematics.
- Understand how the high school math pathways provide opportunities for increased student engagement in higher-level math courses.
- Know the two (2) different high school math pathways available to students, including alternative options for 3rd and 4th-year math courses.
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Join Our Book Study: Rethinking Disability and Mathematics by Rachel Lambert
Why Join:
Understand the intersection of disability and mathematics education. Learn strategies to support diverse learners. Engage in meaningful discussions with peers. Earn knowledge and insight around deep research about disability and mathematics.
Book Highlights:
- Inclusive teaching practices
- Real-world classroom examples
- Research-based strategies
- Advocacy for equitable education
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Universal Transitional Kindergarten (UTK) Math Explore, Play, Learn
Free Live Virtual Promo for In-Person Spring Session (March 2025)
Thursday, September 19, 2024, 2:45-3:45 pm
#1 Where's the Math?: Identifying the Mathematics in Children's Roleplaying
When young children role-play, they naturally explore mathematical concepts like counting, noticing patterns, and comparing. Through these playful interactions, children develop foundational skills in mathematics, often without even realizing it. By observing and participating in their play, caregivers and educators can support and extend these mathematical explorations, fostering a positive and intuitive understanding of math from an early age.
Thursday, October 10, 2024, 2:45-3:45 pm
#2 Where's the Math?: Exploring Mathematics through Literacy
Children's books are rich with opportunities to explore new settings, meet new characters, and learn new life lessons. Children's books also have opportunities to add and subtract as new characters are introduced, develop children's visual-spatial skills, and connect language to mathematics. When reading stories aloud (old favorites and new), caregivers and educators can create and extend mathematical explorations, foster connections between math and young children's everyday experiences, and build classroom libraries that develop and support a community of diverse young mathematicians.
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Math Field Day Coordinator Workshop
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This virtual workshop serves as an orientation to the Math Field Day Event for Local Educational Agencies' Team Coordinators and support personnel. Participants will understand the different types of Math Field Day tasks, scoring criteria, see a sample Math Field Day schedule and receive input from veteran Math Field Day Coordinators from throughout LA County.
DATES/ TIMES:
October 24, 2024 @ 3 pm:
November 14, 2024 @ 9:30 am:
Feb. 6, 2025 @ 3 pm:
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Professional Organizations
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- Prioritization of Educator Growth
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- Access to Research
- Opportunities for Leadership Experiences
- Eligibility to Grants and Scholarships, Awards
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Contact Us:
Elizabeth Keitz
Division Secretary
Keitz_Elizabeth@lacoe.edu
Christina Lincoln-Moore
Unit Lead Coordinator & Elementary Math Coordinator
moore_christinam@lacoe.edu
Jessica Mejia
Secondary Math Coordinator
mejia_jessica@lacoe.edu
