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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · 2d

Join the exhilarating "Connecting Math Learning with the Outdoors" event and revolutionize your teaching. Learn game-changing, hands-on strategies to teach counting, patterns, and measurement outside.
Don't miss out! Sign up now! 👇
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#NatureBasedLearning

Connecting Math Learning with the Outdoors

Connecting Math Learning with the Outdoors with Janice NovakowskiOnline webinar for Primary Teachers

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · 3d

Teacher: “Show me you understand fractions.”
Student: “Done.” 👍

When ‘show what you know’ backfires just a little.😂

Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · 7d

Transform math into a hands-on adventure with the "Connecting Math Learning with the Outdoors" event.

Discover fun, nature-based ways to teach counting, measuring, and patterns.

🗓️ Details & Registration: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · 8d

Students talk, wonder, and make sense as the graph unfolds.

Can you guess what that dot with the question mark represents? 👀📈

Throwback to SUM with Jenna Laib’s Slow Reveal Graph.

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · 12d

🌿 Excited to welcome Janice Novakowski to our next webinar!

We’ll explore how math learning connects with the outdoors and how place can inspire mathematical thinking. Practical ideas, resources, and learning stories will be shared along the way.

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Sep 16

🎉 Today is 9/16/25 — a Perfect Square Day!

What other square dates do you see coming up?

Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Aug 29

Registration is ready! 🚀

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Connecting Math Learning with the Outdoors

Connecting Math Learning with the Outdoors with Janice NovakowskiOnline webinar for Primary Teachers

www.zeffy.com

Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Aug 23

🌿Online webinars by Janice Novakowski

Investigate and discuss practices that connect mathematics learning and the outdoors.

Guiding questions include:
✅ How might mathematics be explored outdoors?
✅ How might place inspire mathematical thinking and enhance learning?

📌 Registration coming soon!

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Jun 11

Did you know? SMTS membership is one of the benefits of being an STF member. Teachers who join for the first time or change their selection for 2025-26 and be eligible to win a $100 gift card.
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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 15

🌟We asked 200+ math educators to sum up the SUM Conference.

Inspired by each other, we're heading back to our classrooms with fresh ideas, renewed energy, and a shared commitment to better math learning for all students. 🙌

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 11

Ready to bring DebateMath ideas to your classroom?

Explore debate activities and sample projects from SUM25 speaker Chris Luzniak.

www.luzniak.com/for-school/

Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 11

Thanks to all the incredible math educators, leaders, and presenters who made the day unforgettable!

Your passion for math and commitment to students truly shined through. 🙌📸
#SUM25

Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 10

Over 200 passionate math educators gathered at the SUM Conference to explore how we can deliver better math learning experiences for our students! 🙌

Huge thanks to our presenters and attendees for bringing your insights, energy, and curiosity—it was an inspiring day of learning and connection. 💡💬

Reposted by Sask Math Teachers

Kirsten Dyck @kirstdy.bsky.social · Apr 8

@smtsca.bsky.social with a panel of SK educators sharing their classroom stories at #SUM2025 🙌

Five SK educators as part of a panel discussion at a math education conference.

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 6

💃🕺🎉 Only 1 day left until SUM 2025! 🎉🕺💃
We’re dancing with excitement over here! Get ready for a day full of inspiring sessions, math magic, and amazing educators coming together! 💡📚💬

💃 Can’t wait to see you there! 🕺

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 4

📢 The countdown is on! 🎉

The Saskatchewan Understands Math (SUM) Conference is just around the corner—time to start planning! 📝✨

🔍 Check the schedule, pick your must-attend sessions, and get ready for an inspiring experience at SUM!

Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 4

🔍Check out the schedule and session locations to make the most of your time. With so many incredible sessions lined up, you’ll be sure to find something that sparks your interest!

📅Plan ahead, pick your must-attend sessions, and get ready to connect, learn, and be inspired!

Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 3

🤔 If your students could describe your math class in three words, what would they say?

At #SUM2025, you'll connect with other math teachers to discuss, share ideas, and gain fresh strategies to bring back to your classroom! ✨

Sign up here www.smts.ca/sum-2025/

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 2

🌟 We have 4 amazing Featured Speakers—Jenna Laib, Chris Luzniak, Nat Banting, and Maegan Giroux—plus 17 breakout sessions led by passionate math educators! 🎉

Get ready for an inspiring experience at
www.smts.ca/sum-2025/

Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 1

🎲 Join 2 days of SUM and watch your students build confidence, deepen understanding, and thrive in math!

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 1

🤔💭What does SUM really stand for?

Drop your guess in the comments! ⬇️

www.smts.ca/sum-2025/

Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Apr 1

🤔 What’s one change you’d love to see in your math classroom?

This conference is your chance to explore new strategies, connect with fellow educators, and bring fresh ideas back to your students.

💡 Get ready for an inspiring experience!

🗓️ www.smts.ca/sum-2025/

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Mar 31

🌟 Take a look at last year’s highlights!

💡 Get ready for an incredible conference filled with insightful sessions, engaging discussions, and a community of passionate educators.

😊 Looking forward to seeing you there!

🗓️ www.smts.ca/sum-2025/

Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Mar 31

⏳ Only a week left until SUM 2025!

🎉 The countdown is on! Get ready for inspiring sessions, engaging discussions, and a community of passionate educators. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow and connect! See you there!

📅 www.smts.ca/sum-2025/

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Sask Math Teachers @smtsca.bsky.social · Mar 31

🎁 A special gift for you and your students! Unwrap new ways to make math learning exciting!

🎉 Scan the QR code to reveal all the details and join an incredible conference filled with inspiring sessions and passionate educators. Looking forward to seeing you there!

📅 www.smts.ca/sum-2025/