Problem Solving Meets Progress @ PCA 

Spend two days at Polaris Charter Academy where math feels different—where student thinking drives the learning, teachers cultivate a culture of problem-solving, and leaders ensure the vision lives in every classroom (Grades K-8).​ 

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​🔎 What We’ll Explore

• The beliefs and practices essential to creating and sustaining a school-wide culture of mathematical problem solving

• The Polaris Charter Academy Math Vision — and the leadership structures and classroom practices that bring it to life

• How student-centered, inquiry-based lesson structures support deep mathematical understanding

• How to craft questions that foster a culture of problem solving — and test them out with students in real time

• How to increase access and challenge through routines and progressions of models and strategies

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🛠️ How We’ll Explore

• Visit model classrooms and participate in a labsite, where you'll co-anticipatory plan, observe, and debrief a live lesson alongside the labsite host.

• Hear directly from students about the impact of learning through inquiry.

• Experience instructional best practices as a learner — with professional development sessions designed to reflect the same engagement, challenge, and discourse we seek for our students.

• Collaboratively plan for your own classroom — and leave with ready-to-use resources to support a shift toward a stronger math culture.
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Who should attend?

K–8 teachers, coaches, and school or district leaders who believe everyone can thrive in math—and are ready to build a culture that proves it.

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Pricing
Early Bird (through January 1): $550 
Standard (after January 1): $750
Polaris Mentee Schools: 50% off

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Location

Polaris Charter Academy

620 N Sawyer Ave

Chicago, IL 60624

 

Additional Details

• Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided.

• ​Stay at the Crowne Plaza West Loop for $89/night + tax (Feb 25 and 26). Booking link shared after registration.

• A shuttle between the hotel and school is provided. 

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Questions? Contact us at info@eduquate.org