Latest News – Reflecting on NCTM 2025: Exploring Classroom Resources, Data, and Belonging in Mathematics
NCTM 2025 is a wrap! Attending NCTM 2025 was both energizing and affirming. Passionate math educators came together to explore how we can make mathematics more engaging, inclusive, and relevant for every learner.This year, I had the privilege of co-presenting “Exploring NCTM Classroom Resources for the Secondary Classroom” with David Dai, fellow NCTM CRC Committee Member and Board Member.
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NCTM 2025 Lessons and Legacies
This year NCTM’s Annual Conference is in Atlanta, GA. I will be co-presenting with fellow NCTM CRC Committee and Board Member, David Dai, on Exploring NCTM’s Resources for the Secondary Classroom. If you are in Atlanta, make sure to check out our session.
Juggling lesson planning, engaging students, and staying up-to-date on best practices can feel overwhelming. NCTM can help! We offer a comprehensive library of engaging and effective classroom resources specifically designed for NCTM members. Learn more here.
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- The Secret Code Hidden in Nature: A Fibonacci Day AdventureEvery year on 11/23, we celebrate one of the most famous patterns in mathematics — the Fibonacci sequence. What is the Fibonacci sequence? It’s a list of numbers where each number is the sum of the two before it: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21… This simple rule creates a pattern that grows in a beautifully balanced way. The Golden Rectangle & Golden Spiral When squares with Fibonacci side lengths are arranged together, they form a golden rectangle — a shape whose proportions stay the same as it grows. If you draw a smooth curve through the corners of these squares, you get the golden spiral, a shape that expands outward while keeping the same proportions. This spiral models growth found in many natural forms. Where do we see it in nature? The Fibonacci sequence is everywhere! • Sunflower seeds grow in spirals that match Fibonacci numbers. • Pinecones have spiral patterns that follow the sequence. • Nautilus shells show growth close to the golden spiral. • Hurricanes and galaxies swirl in spiral patterns with similar proportions. • Even leaf arrangements follow Fibonacci spacing to help plants get more sunlight. Fibonacci Day Resources View activity in Google Slides. Coming Soon: I will be using this Google Folder to share activities and lessons related to the Fibonacci Sequence. You can also access resources by selecting the “Resources” link and clicking on “Math”. Fibonacci Day reminds us that math is built into the fabric of the world around us. Look around today and see where you can spot these incredible patterns! #FibonacciDay #GoldenRatio #MathInNature #mtbos #iteachmath
- Reflecting on NCTM 2025: Exploring Classroom Resources, Data, and Belonging in MathematicsNCTM 2025 was an inspiring event for educators focused on enhancing mathematics education. The conference emphasized engaging, inclusive teaching strategies and showcased NCTM’s resources for inquiry-based learning. Sessions on data literacy and culturally responsive teaching highlighted the importance of representation. Moving forward, the goal is to foster diverse, student-centered math experiences.
- From Overwhelmed to Empowered: How NCTM Resources Help Curiosity and Belonging in the Math ClassroomThe NCTM Annual Conference provides educators with resources to enhance lesson planning, foster a sense of belonging among students, and build a supportive math teaching community, empowering both teachers and learners.
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