Math Forward SC Programs
S²TEM Centers SC has several programs to support mathematics instruction in S.C. public schools. These offerings include high-quality professional development centered around standards-based content, effective instructional practices and positive teacher perception of mathematics teaching and learning. Most of the offerings have an option for a year-long commitment to pair teacher participants with a S²TEM Centers SC Education Specialist for on-going coaching to support classroom implementation of best practices.
- S²TEM Centers Math Institute: Growing Teacher Leaders for Grades 3-5: Building Teacher Confidence and Knowledge in the Elementary Math Classroom
- Mapping Shifts & Impacting Practice in the K-8 Mathematics Classroom: Engaging K-8 Teachers of Mathematics in Exploration of the NEW 2025 SCCCR Mathematics Standards
- Equipping Instructional Coaches to Support Mathematics: Training Coaches in the Cognitive Coaching℠ Foundations Course with Added Follow-up Support
S²TEM Centers Math Institute: Growing Teacher Leaders for Grades 3-5
Overview
This opportunity provides teachers of mathematics for Grades 3-5 with professional development and on-going coaching support to build teacher confidence in implementing evidence-based strategies in the elementary classroom. This pilot project is designed to engage with teacher teams composed of at least three teachers from a school during the 25-26 school year.
SEED Learning Outcomes
Current Status
This program is currently full for the 25-26 academic year. If you are interested in future offerings please contact us.
This opportunity provides teachers of mathematics for Grades 3-5 with professional development and on-going coaching support to build teacher confidence in implementing evidence-based strategies in the elementary classroom. This pilot project is designed to engage with teacher teams composed of at least three teachers from a school during the 25-26 school year.
SEED Learning Outcomes
- Strong foundational teacher mathematical identity
- Enhanced teacher confidence in mathematics self-efficacy
- Engaging mathematics classroom learning environments, including teacher use of evidence-based mathematics instructional strategies, and expanding teacher mathematical content knowledge
- Development of positive teacher mathematical beliefs and perceptions of students learning math
Current Status
This program is currently full for the 25-26 academic year. If you are interested in future offerings please contact us.
Mapping Shifts & Impacting Practice in the K-8 Mathematics Classroom
Overview
This opportunity provides teachers of mathematics in grades K-8 with professional development and on-going coaching support to build teacher confidence in implementing the 2025 South Carolina College and Career Ready (SCCCR) Mathematics Standards. Professional learning will focus on teacher understanding of shifts between the 2015 and 2025 SCCCR Mathematics Standards. Additionally, the professional development content is delivered through the lens of effective teaching practices and instructional strategies which support student learning of mathematics.
Program Outcomes
Participating educators will:
Current Status
This program is currently open for individual district commitments. Please contact us for additional information.
This opportunity provides teachers of mathematics in grades K-8 with professional development and on-going coaching support to build teacher confidence in implementing the 2025 South Carolina College and Career Ready (SCCCR) Mathematics Standards. Professional learning will focus on teacher understanding of shifts between the 2015 and 2025 SCCCR Mathematics Standards. Additionally, the professional development content is delivered through the lens of effective teaching practices and instructional strategies which support student learning of mathematics.
Program Outcomes
Participating educators will:
- Explore the content of the 2025 SCCCR Mathematics Standards.
- Examine shifts between the 2015 and 2025 standards and vertical alignment within grade bands.
- Engage in standards-based lessons which model the NCTM Effective Teaching Practices.
- Develop an understanding of the value of a growth mindset for both teachers and students.
Current Status
This program is currently open for individual district commitments. Please contact us for additional information.
Equipping Instructional Coaches to Support Mathematics with Cognitive Coaching℠
Overview
This opportunity combines the Cognitive Coaching℠ 8-day seminar with customized follow-up support to accelerate growth for instructional coaches who support teachers of K-12 mathematics. As a pilot project, this professional development aims to empower coaches who will then lead teachers in taking action to plan for and reflect on improving mathematics teaching and learning in their classrooms.
Program Outcomes
In the 25-26 academic year we continue to support districts from our pilot program. Additionally, this program is open for individual district commitments for new cohorts. Please contact us for additional information.
This opportunity combines the Cognitive Coaching℠ 8-day seminar with customized follow-up support to accelerate growth for instructional coaches who support teachers of K-12 mathematics. As a pilot project, this professional development aims to empower coaches who will then lead teachers in taking action to plan for and reflect on improving mathematics teaching and learning in their classrooms.
Program Outcomes
- Equip coaches with skills to support planning, reflecting, and problem-resolving around mathematics content and pedagogy.
- Build competency with coaching interactions to differentiate for individual teacher needs and enhance the intellectual processes of mathematics instruction.
- Support teachers in fostering engaging mathematics classroom learning environments based on teachers’ confidence in mathematics content knowledge and use of effective practices and evidence-based instructional practice in the classroom.
In the 25-26 academic year we continue to support districts from our pilot program. Additionally, this program is open for individual district commitments for new cohorts. Please contact us for additional information.
