D91 Parent University Academic Series: Math University

Join us for an engaging, hands-on workshop designed to bridge the gap between how math was taught in the past and how it is taught today. This interactive session will immerse parents and caregivers in a variety of modern, research-based math activities that reflect the current instructional methods used in schools. You’ll experience firsthand how today’s students are encouraged to think critically, solve problems in multiple ways, and develop a deep understanding of mathematical concepts beyond simply getting the “right answer.”

Learning Objectives

• Understand the Shifts in Math Instruction:Identify key differences between traditional math instruction and the conceptual, student-centered approaches used in today’s classrooms.
• Experience Hands-On Activities:Participate in a variety of engaging, grade-appropriate math tasks that promote critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving.
• Recognize the “Why” Behind the Methods:Learn the purpose behind strategies like number talks, multiple representations, and math discourse to better support your child’s understanding.
• Support Without Overstepping:Gain strategies for asking productive questions, encouraging perseverance, and fostering a positive math mindset at home without having to "teach" the content.
• Build Confidence as a Learning Partner:Leave with resources, language, and techniques to reinforce math concepts in everyday situations and conversations at home.

Host or Publisher Forest Park School District 91- Parent University