October 2025
 

Its October. The newness of squeaky sneakers have worn off and the rhythm of the school year is starting to steady. This is the perfect time to subscribe to our YouTube page. This year, you can look forward to a featured benchmark of the week. If you're new to the YouTube page, explore past videos and webinars that go in-depth on the 2022 MN Math Standards.
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Opportunities in October

Cutler Scholarships for Middle Grade Teachers:  Are you a middle school teacher planning to take a mathematics course this year? Did you know you can get help with tuition – up to $1200!!! Deadline is Oct. 31st.

MCTM Teacher Incentive Grants: MCTM awards up to $1500 to Minnesota K –16 mathematics teachers to support educators desiring to implement innovative, standards-based projects in teaching and learning mathematics. Up to $1500 is available for each grant. Deadline is Oct. 31st.

Elementary Teachers

Heads Up, Elementary Teachers!

MCTM is preparing a brand new professional learning opportunity just for you! Each month, we’ll reveal a little more about what’s in store. Keep your eyes and ears open for updates—you won’t want to miss this!

Stay tuned for more information!

Call for Nominations to the MCTM Board of Directors

By:  Kristin Johnson, MCTM Past President

Do you want to get more involved with leadership in math education in MN? Do you know someone who would bring valuable experience to the MCTM Board of Directors? Nominations are open for five positions for the next MCTM Board election.

  • President Elect

  • Vice-President High School

  • Region 1 Director, Region 4 Director & Region 7 Director (map of Regions)

The Board needs a diverse representation of MCTM membership to serve the Minnesota mathematics community. Help the Nominations and Elections Committee identify talented, energetic individuals to work on the mission of MCTM. The Board election is held in February with newly elected Board members beginning a three-year term at the Spring conference April 24, 2026.

For More Information and the Nomination Form

MCTM Foundation Update

Check out this month's foundation update. The deadline for two scholarships are coming this month and we're looking for two new members! Consider joining to help other teachers and ensure the financial stability of MCTM.

Articles

The Sum of It: Resources in a Fraction of Your Time

Each month, the regional directors will gather their favorite resources to share with you. 

When Will I Ever Use This?

by Mark Nechanicky, Region 1 MCTM director

Our bet is, you've had this question in the past week. Mark digs into the seven anchor standards to help you answer this question.

Those "New School Year" Feelings

by: Jillian Tomsche MCTM Vice President of Middle School

Jillian gives some helpful advice for navigating the start to a new school year by getting to know students both personally and academically.

Explicit Strategy Instruction

by: Laura Wagenman, MCTM President

Read about the connection between explicit strategy instruction and the 2022 Minnesota Math standards

From the NCTM Desk: Looking Ahead

Click to explore and get involved with upcoming NCTM events.

From the Archives–1970s

by Mark Nechanicky, Region 1 MCTM director

Mark finds timeless advice on mathematics teaching and learning.

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