Mathematics 2024-25

Don't see what you need listed here? Please contact Anney Fagan, Math Coordinator, afagan@santacruzcoe.org, to discuss.  Professional learning is offered at no-cost to county schools and districts.

Audience: All community members including educators, students and families

Counted Out investigates the biggest crises of our time. Political polarization, social biases, social injustice, economic inequity, climate change, and a global pandemic. All viewed through a previously unseen lens: mathematics.

Watch the TRAILER 

Tuesday, February 4, at the Rio Theater 6:30pm 

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Audience: Educators serving students in K-8, with an open invitation to all

Groundbreaking research leading to innovative strategies fostering effective and rigorous environments in the area of mathematics. In this series we will build community, engage in meaningful conversations, apply and reflect. Gatherings can be virtual, in person, or a combination of both.

All sessions are free of charge and a book will be provided to you. 

Choice of in person or virtual, 4:30-5:30, on 

• February 18

• March 4

• March 18  

• April 1

• April 15 - Special Event 4:30-6:30 Dinner and Discussion with the Author!

• May 6

• May 20

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Audience: Early Childhood Educators 

Join local expert educators to build your knowledge and understanding around young children's mathematical ideas, focus on how to leverage children's thinking in early math around the big ideas that are important to them, and explore hands-on activities and resources available within your classroom or online. 

Two Saturdays from 9:30-12:00 at Gault Elementary School

• January 11

• January 25

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Suggested Audience: Students 5th-8th Grade and their Families

Do you know students who are hungry for more math? The Santa Cruz Math Circle is a weekly gathering where students meet with classroom teachers and college professors to explore the fun of problem-solving and are exposed to challenging concepts. 

Saturdays form 10:00-12:00 noon at Cabrillo College 

• February 1 - March 29

Participation in each session is encouraged, but not required. 

Tuition covers room reservation and stipend for teachers, however scholarships are available. 

Register Here

Math Teachers' Circles are a space where math teachers, math enthusiasts, and professional mathematicians come together to develop community, engage, and explore interesting mathematical topics. 

Tuesday sessions 6:00-7:30 pm in the COE Board Room, 400 Encinal Street in Santa Cruz. If there is participants from South County, we can hold sessions in Watsonville also. 

• January 14

• February 11

• March 11

• April 22

• May 13

Please check Math Teachers' Circle Website for updates/ topics

Audience: All Ages!

Engage in fun, interactive activities in a welcome environment. Foster confidence, joy, and belonging in math. Enjoy with friends and family while making new connections.

Part of the Santa Cruz County STEAM Expo at the County Fair Grounds 10:30 - 2:30

• March 8 

Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 8:45-11:00 at Aptos High School

Who Can Participate?

Students enrolled in Santa Cruz County public and private schools, grades 5 through 8 are welcome to participate. The contest is designed to be a challenging, fun and positive experience for interested students.

What are the main components of the Math Contest?

Team Contest: 3 to 5 students working on mathematically rich problems

Individual Contest: each student works individually on problems

STUDENTS MUST BE REGISTERED FOR BOTH INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM TESTS

How will students register?

Participating schools will appoint a Lead Teacher who will handle school registrations. This will occur in April, 2025. For now, save the date.

For more information, and for sample tests, please see the COE Math Contest web page. 

For more information, or for support tailored to your district, school, department, grade-level team, or classroom, please contact Anney Fagan, Math Coordinator, afagan@santacruzcoe.org.