Ignite Your Math Teaching Passion at the PCMI Teacher Leadership Program!
A 4-Day Immersive Experience
Elevate your teaching this summer at the renowned Teacher Leadership Program (TLP), hosted by the prestigious Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) and the Park City Mathematics Institute (PCMI).
Dates: Sunday, August 4 - Thursday, August 8, 2024
Location: Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton, NJ
What Awaits You:
Do Mathematics
Brian will lead us through the joy of math explorations as we build trains from colorful manipulatives! Engage in collaborative, hands-on problem-solving that will spark your creativity and deepen your mathematical understanding.
Reflect on Practice
Peg sparks insightful discussions about teaching strategies, informed by cutting-edge research and real-world classroom examples. Leave with actionable ideas to empower students' mathematical growth.
Share & Develop Resources
All of you!
Share your teaching and leadership gems and collaborate with fellow educators to refine and expand the most impactful ideas, contributing to the shared wisdom of practice of our profession
Brian Hopkins, Ph.D.
Mathematics Professor at Saint Peter’s University
Peg cagle, nbct, PAEMST
Math Teacher at LAUSD & organizer PCMI/Teacher Leadership Program
FAQs
Q: Who Should Apply?
A: Middle and high school math teachers eager to enhance their craft. Priority given to those new to PCMI/TLP, with a focus on teachers from the Northeastern U.S.
Q: Is there a cost to attend?
A: No. Registration fees and program costs are generously supported by the PCMI Teacher Leadership Program and Math for America.
Q: What's included in the program costs?
A: The program includes an immersive professional learning experience includes accommodations (lodging and meals) throughout the duration of the program.
Q: What about travel expenses?
A: We offer up to $100 reimbursement for your travel to Princeton.
Q: Are there evening activities?
A: Yes! Engaging activities are planned for Sunday through Wednesday evenings.
Q: What is this wonderful place, the Institute for Advanced Study?
A: Have you seen the movie, Oppenheimer? You might remember that when Albert Einstein came to the United States, he worked at the Institute for Advanced Study - a place dedicated to “pushing beyond the present limits of human knowledge.” IAS is among the most prestigious academic institutions in the world. That’s the place where we will be! More information about IAS is posted here, if you would like to check it out.
Don't Miss This Opportunity!
For Questions: pcmi@ias.edu
