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Mathematics at Work™: Best Practices for Teams Workshop
Des Moines, Iowa | April 16–17, 2026
Master mathematics within the PLC at Work® process
Tasks, lessons, assessments, homework, interventions, and grading all have the power to improve—or diminish—student learning in mathematics. By working collaboratively within the PLC at Work® process, teacher teams can ensure each of these elements promotes equitable teaching and learning experiences and supports students in achieving proficiency.
This in-person K–12 workshop is led by internationally acclaimed experts with decades of firsthand experience teaching mathematics. As active participants, educators will learn how to function in collaborative teams to:
- Reflect upon current mathematics content, routines, and practices and evaluate their quality against research-affirmed criteria
- Refine and update current mathematics content, routines, and practices for improved student learning on a unit-by-unit basis
- Act to ensure improvements to content, routines, and practices are designed to engage students, empower them to persevere, and motivate them to own their learning
- Examine six team actions and two coaching actions collaborative teams use to ensure every student learns mathematics.
- Explore tools, protocols, and tasks to grow a deeper understanding of how intentional lesson design impacts student learning at all levels.
- Learn how to design and deliver research‐affirmed mathematics lessons using a formative assessment and feedback process.
- Acquire strategies for designing effective common assessments and providing targeted interventions.
- Address the design and use of homework as an integral part of student motivation and engagement in learning mathematics.
VenueSolution Tree Iowa State Office Training Center 611 5th Avenue Suite #100 Des Moines, Iowa |
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Schedule
Agenda and speakers are subject to change.
Thursday, April 16th
| 7:00–8:00 a.m. |
Registration and Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00–11:30 a.m. |
Presentation |
| 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
Lunch (provided) |
| 12:30–3:30 p.m. | Presentation |
Friday, April 17th
| 7:00–8:00 a.m. |
Registration and Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00–11:30 a.m. |
Presentation |
| 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
Lunch (provided) |
| 12:30–3:30 p.m. | Presentation |
Accommodations
Events reach capacity quickly. Please confirm your registration before making travel plans.
While discounted rooms in our hotel room block may be sold out, the primary hotel may still have rooms available at their standard rates. Please inquire directly with the hotel.
Hotels
Suggested Hotel
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
435 Park St
Des Moines, IA 50309
515.241.1456
Parking information: Parking Garage and street parking are available
VenueSolution Tree Iowa State Office Training Center 611 5th Avenue Suite #100 Des Moines, Iowa |
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Event Reviews
“I am ready to meet with the teams in my school and develop their skills in the area of looking, analyzing, and making decisions in the best interest of the student.”
“In the past, I’ve focused generically on teaching and learning, and the presenter really broke that down to include increased focus and urgency for assessment. I’d started down that path, but this session really helped my thinking and planning.”
“I loved the presenter’s energy, positive yet realistic tone, and sense of humor.”
“Great workshop! Very easy to follow! I came away empowered.”
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Additional Information
Product code: WSG405
Five Reasons to Attend a Solution Tree Event (PDF)
A Letter to Your Boss (DOC)
What to Bring
To help you achieve maximum benefit of the two days together, please bring the following with you to the workshop:
- A few copies of a recent math test you have given to students
- Some sample homework assignments
You will receive a certificate of participation 6 weeks after the event concludes. Please check with your state department of education for CEU availability.
Included with your registration
Mathematics Instruction and Tasks in a PLC at Work®, Second Edition
Gain lesson-design strategies and instructional methods of teaching mathematics in a professional learning community (PLC). This results-oriented book presents an approach for teaching math that supports student perseverance and learning through standards-based activities and lessons.
Event Journal
We’re enhancing your event experience. In addition to providing presentations in digital format, Solution Tree is publishing retail-quality, perfect-bound notebooks expertly designed to support your learning. Any printed handouts or worksheets integrated into your sessions will continue to be provided.
