Math
Supporting your school or district's implementation of best-practice math instruction.
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Series
Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, K-12
This three-day series is based on Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics by Peter Liljedahl and includes a study of the 14 practices he describes to create a classroom setting for productive mathematical discourse and engagement.
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Consultations
Content Area: Consultation
We support our clients with meeting district and campus academic goals through our educational consulting services. We partner with stakeholders to analyze quantitative and qualitative data to determine a focus for services, and we collaborate to create a plan with action steps and support.
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Professional Development
Content Areas: Custom PD
Our content area teams can provide customized teacher professional development workshops for your staff. We partner with our districts to analyze student data and determine a focus for learning and support.
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Consultations
Content Area Facilitated Planning
Our coaches partner with individual teachers or teams to provide coherent guidance while planning for instruction and formative assessment.
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Conference
Math Summit 2025
Rethink what math can be at the ESC Region 13 Math Summit—a day of inspiring keynotes, expert-led sessions, and practical strategies to transform math learning for every student.
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Article
Worksheets to Whiteboards: Rethinking the Math Classroom
Not too long ago, my math block started the same way every day: students walked in, grabbed their notebooks, and started a warm-up. Some finished quickly. Others struggled. A few zoned out. And me? I was already at the back table trying to reteach yesterday’s concept to a small group. It was routine. Predictable. Quiet. […]
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6 Supplemental Aids Allowed on Math STAAR Tests
Supporting students during the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness or STAAR testing starts long before the actual test day. This includes understanding what supplemental aids are allowed for math. If you’re teaching students who receive Special Education or 504 services, you may be able to provide paper-based tools to support their success. Let’s […]
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Redefine Math Education with Building Thinking Classrooms
Reflecting on my early education, I remember math class as a place where we were expected to sit in neat rows, focus solely on our own papers, and strictly apply the strategies our teachers demonstrated. Asking questions during the lesson was seen as a sign of inattention. Seeking help from classmates was labeled as “cheating,” […]
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The 5 Strands of Mathematical Proficiency
What is Mathematical Proficiency? How do you define mathematical proficiency? Had I been asked this question early in my teaching career, I might have defined it as the ability to solve problems efficiently and accurately. In the back of my mind, I might have thought it meant having good number sense for procedural computations or […]
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Nurturing a Growth Mindset in Math
Some of the consistent difficulties that ALL educators are confronted with include challenging behaviors and decreased motivation. It can be overwhelming to think these issues can never change. Enter a growth mindset. A growth mindset is a concept that people believe their basic abilities can be developed through dedicated practice. Currently, educators are faced with […]
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Click-On TEKS 2.0: Kindergarten Math (Downloadable PDF)
Click-On TEKS 2.0 is the interactive tool that helps teachers better understand how to teach the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). The Click-On TEKS 2.0: Kindergarten Math guides teachers through the latest math standards for Kindergarten and makes incorporating them into lesson planning simple. It includes: An interactive PDF (print-friendly) that functions on both computer and iPad. Detailed explanations of student expectations. Suggestions for activities to bring the Math TEKS alive for students. ESF Alignment Supports Lever 5.1 - Effective classroom routines and instructional strategies Downloadable PDF, 33 pages Click-On TEKS was produced and is maintained by specialists on Region 13’s Content Services team.
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Click-On TEKS 2.0: Grade 5 Math (Downloadable PDF)
Click-On TEKS 2.0 is the interactive tool that helps teachers better understand how to teach the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). Click-on TEKS 2.0: Grade 5 Math guides teachers through the latest math standards for 5th grade and makes incorporating them into lesson planning simple. It includes: An interactive PDF (print-friendly) that functions on both computer and iPad. Detailed explanations of student expectations. Suggestions for activities to bring the Math TEKS alive for students. Updated STAAR assessment guidelines. ESF Alignment Supports Lever 5.1 - Effective classroom routines and instructional strategies Downloadable PDF, 84 pages Click-On TEKS was produced and is maintained by specialists on Region 13’s Content Services Team.
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Click-On TEKS 2.0: Grade 8 Math (Downloadable PDF)
Click-On TEKS 2.0 is the interactive tool that helps teachers better understand how to teach the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). The Click-On TEKS 2.0: Grade 8 Math guides teachers through the latest math standards and makes incorporating them into lesson planning simple. It includes: An interactive PDF (print-friendly) that functions on both computer and iPad. Detailed explanations of student expectations. Suggestions for activities to bring the Math TEKS alive for students. Updated STAAR assessment guidelines. For districts and campuses interested in purchasing Click-On TEKS for multiple grade levels, a grade 6-8 site license is available at a 25% savings. ESF Alignment Supports Lever 5.1 - Effective classroom routines and instructional strategies Downloadable PDF, 82 pages Click-On TEKS was produced and is maintained by specialists on Region 13’s Curriculum and Instruction team
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What Does STEM Integration Look Like?
STEM activities integrate Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math into lessons in order to teach students 21st century skills through problem solving. Let’s look at some of these components and how you can bring STEM integration into your classroom. The Art of Technology STEM integration often involves using technology to solve real world problems. This isn’t […]
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Math professional development and support
Our specialists empower teachers through quality math professional development that is reflective of campus, district, and regional needs. We are data-informed and values-driven. Our powerful learning experiences for teachers are active, learner-centered, and responsive to student needs. Most importantly, we promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and confidence in mathematicians of the future.
Additionally, our math professional development supports our clients with the implementation of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS), and the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS).
Need to get in touch?
Contact a member of our team for more information.
Sami Briceno, 512-919-5137 Alejandra Gonzalez, 512-919-5486