K-12 Educators Wanted!

Instructional Materials Review

OSPI is seeking educators to work in grade band teams to develop a list of high quality instructional materials for mathematics that districts can use to help them decide on new materials to implement or to support the materials they are using now.

Team members will be trained and will then work both synchronously and asynchronously to review materials for their alignment with Washington's educational priorities for mathematics.

Find out more about the time commitment and compensation.

Early Application Deadline: December 8, 2022

Final Application Deadline: January 5, 2023

Modeling Our World with Mathematics

There are two big changes for MOWWM this year.

1) MOWWM is moving to Canvas! Moodle will be retired in 2023. If you are using materials from that site, email Arlene Crum, arlene.crum@k12.wa.us, to request enrollment in the new Canvas version of the course. The OERCommons.org version of the course will continue to be available.

2)There is now an ongoing Professional Learning Cohort to support the use of the modules. Sessions to help teachers implement the Topics are held monthly via zoom with recordings of the sessions also available. Discussion boards provide opportunities to ask questions, share resources and receive updates. All members of the Canvas course have access to the PLC and discussions.

PAEMST: Nominate an amazing teacher!

Presidential Award for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching nominations are now open.

The Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) is the highest national honor for math and science teachers. National awardees receive a certificate from the President, a trip to DC, and a $10,000 award. State finalists attend recognition events hosted by OSPI and the Governor's Office. They are also recognized at their regional fall conferences and invited to participate in a variety of opportunities

Anyone may nominate exceptional 7 – 12 grade STEM teachers. Teachers may also apply directly. Nominations close on January 9, 2023, with an application deadline of February 6, 2023. 

Nominate or apply today at: https://www.paemst.org/

Contact Us!

Mathematics Office
mathematics@k12.wa.us

Arlene Crum, Director of Mathematics, OSPI
360-789-7143 | arlene.crum@k12.wa.us

Maia Leonard, Administrative Assistant to Secondary Education and Pathway Preparation, OSPI
360-725-6419 | maia.leonard@k12.wa.us

ALL STUDENTS PREPARED FOR POST-SECONDARY PATHWAYS, CAREERS, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT.

Led by State Superintendent Chris Reykdal, OSPI oversees K-12 public education in Washington state. Our mission is to provide funding, resources, tools, data and technical assistance that enable educators to ensure students succeed in our public schools, are prepared to access post-secondary training and education, and are equipped to thrive in their careers and lives.