GCSM: Mathematics Leadership in Georgia
The Georgia Council of Supervisors of Mathematics (GCSM) is an organization of mathematics leaders in the State of Georgia.
The purpose of GCSM is:
- To improve mathematics instruction and teacher education programs,
- To provide information regarding mathematics education,
- To cooperate with other organizations for the improvement of mathematics education.
If you are a math coach, instructional leader, coordinator, supervisor, math mentor etc., GCSM is for you!
Affiliate of NCSM, the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics, http://www.mathedleadership.org/
Georgia Council of Supervisors of Mathematics Outstanding Leadership Award Nominations
The GCSM Outstanding Leadership Award is presented to a member of the organization who demonstrates excellence and strong leadership in mathematics education. As a leader, this award recipient gives much to others beyond the classroom as a mentor, advocate, and global contributor to the improvement of mathematics education. The awardee is a math leader, which is professionally active, and promotes the GCSM mission.
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The nominee has contributed to improving Math Instruction & Teacher Education Programs |
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The nominee has contributed in providing information service regarding mathematics education |
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The nominee in has contributed by cooperating with other organizations for the improvement of mathematics education |
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Nominations are accepted from February 21-December 13, 2018. Click here or on the upcoming events link below to nominate.
2019 GCSM Winter Conference
January 30-February 1, 2019
The Westin Jekyll Island
Register here or under the events tab.
2018 GCSM Fall Session
October 17, 2018
4H Rock Eagle Center (Georgia EMC/Senior Pavilion)
8:00am-8:30am Continental Breakfast
8:30am-11:30am Morning Session
11:30am-12:30pm Lunch
12:30-3:30pm Afternoon Session
Keynote Speaker
Pamela Weber Harris
The Texas State University
Pamela Weber Harris is the new lead author of Discovering Advanced Algebra, Algebra Problem Strings, and Advanced Algebra Problem Strings and author of Building Powerful Numeracy for Middle & High School Students, Lessons & Activities for Building Powerful Numeracy, and Building Powerful Numeracy: A Facilitator’s Guide. A former secondary mathematics teacher, Pam currently teaches at Texas State University, is a K-12 mathematics education consultant, a T3 (Teachers Teaching with Technology) Instructor, and an author and coauthor of several professional development workshops. Pam presents frequently at conferences. Her particular interests include numeracy, sequencing tasks, technology, assessment, and vertical connectivity in curricula in schools K-12. Follow Pamela on Twitter @pwharris. More information can be found at: www.mathisfigureoutable.com.
Register here or under the events tab.
2018 GCSM Winter Conference
January 31-February 2, 2018
The Westin Jekyll Island
Speakers:
Felicia Cullars, GADOE STEM Director
Lloyd Jones, Math Discourse Presentation, Sponsored by Curriculum Associates
GADOE Assessment Updates
GCSM Officers-It's Time Ch. 3-4: Focus on Mathematics Knowledge, Conceptual Understanding, and Intervention
Conceptual Math Strategies & Technology Seminars
360 Degree Math Classrooms
District Collaboration and Business Meeting
Registration in Upcoming Events below
To reserve a room at the Westin: click on Georgia Council of Supervisors of Mathematics
Click on the Winter Conference Tab for more information
2017 GCSM Fall Session
October 18, 2017
8:00am-8:30am Continental Breakfast
8:30am-11:30am Session 1
11:30am-12:30pm Lunch
12:30-3:30pm Session 2
4H Rock Eagle Center (Georgia EMC/Senior Pavilion)
Keynote Speaker: Pat Baltzley, NCSM Representative, on Providing the Leadership for Systemic Change in Effective Mathematics Instruction
All attendees will receive a copy of It's Time: Themes and Imperatives for Mathematics Education
Guest Speakers: Jimmy Stokes, GAEL Executive Director & Sandi Woodall, Mathematics Program Manager for Georgia
District collaboration throughout
Sponsors: GCSM Fall Conference 2017 Program (1).pdf