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President’s Letter
June 23, 2016
Dear TODOS Conference Participants:
On behalf of TODOS: Mathematics for ALL it is my honor and privilege to welcome you to the
TODOS 2016 Conference: Ensuring Equity and Excellence in Mathematics for ALL. Hard work
by many has made this effort possible. In the next few days, you have the opportunity to hear
a keynote address by Dr. Lee Stiff, an active leader in equity and excellence in mathematics
education, and a panel discussion on Social Justice. In addition there are many sessions from
which to choose, all focusing on at least one of the following topics:
• Building on Student, Family, and Community Strengths
• Framing Mathematics Education through the Lens of Social Justice
• Implementing Rigorous Mathematics Standards-Based Curriculum
• Assessing Student Mathematical Thinking through Formative Assessment
• Developing Leaders to Achieve Equity and Excellence in Mathematics
Leaders in mathematics education including, researchers, mathematicians, mathematics and
K-12 educators and classroom teachers, all committed to excellence and equity will share their
expertise about working with ALL students, particularly Latina/o students. As a participant,
you are asked to share your own expertise as we create a learning environment that benefits
and motivates all in attendance.
Every session in this conference supports at least one of the TODOS Goals through the topics
listed above. We hope you see your role in mathematics education addressed and explore with
us new ideas to provide equitable support to ALL students to learn high cognitively demanding
mathematics. In the long run, increased support leads to increased student proficiency in
mathematics.
Be prepared to inspire and to be inspired as we challenge ourselves to better understand
issues facing our students and to address them. Take back what you learn and share with
others. It is through collaboration and communication that we build a network of committed
learners who work together to create better ways to support teachers and students to attain the
TODOS Mission and Goals. Enjoy the learning!
Sincerely,
Diane Kinch
President, TODOS: Mathematics for ALL


TODOS 2016

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