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Summer 2026 Secondary Mathematics Conference
Venue: SJI Room C104 clear filter
Wednesday, June 10
 

8:30am CDT

Fun Math Games and Activities
Wednesday June 10, 2026 8:30am - 9:55am CDT
Experience a lively collection of engaging activities that bring math to life! Join us for energetic, adaptable games that spark curiosity and can be tailored for any grade level. You'll leave with ready-to-use strategies and downloadable digital copies of every game so you can start engaging students right away.
Speakers
avatar for Tom Le

Tom Le

Director of Advanced Academics, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 10, 2026 8:30am - 9:55am CDT
SJI Room C104

10:00am CDT

"Because I Said So, That's Why!"
Wednesday June 10, 2026 10:00am - 11:25am CDT
Tired of students asking "When will we ever use this?" Participants will learn how math modeling answers that question while building deeper understanding instead of surface-level memorization. You will walk away energized with strategies, examples, and confidence to help students see purpose, make connections, and use math with meaning.
Speakers
avatar for Tom Le

Tom Le

Director of Advanced Academics, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 10, 2026 10:00am - 11:25am CDT
SJI Room C104

12:35pm CDT

Connecting Multiple Representations
Wednesday June 10, 2026 12:35pm - 2:00pm CDT
Understanding math in many different ways unlocks deeper learning. Participants will discover practical examples and strategies that help students move smoothly between graphs, numbers, equations, and verbal descriptions - allowing them to make connections where there were none before!
Speakers
avatar for Tom Le

Tom Le

Director of Advanced Academics, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 10, 2026 12:35pm - 2:00pm CDT
SJI Room C104

2:05pm CDT

What Exemplary Collaboration Looks Like
Wednesday June 10, 2026 2:05pm - 3:30pm CDT
Simply allowing students to work with a partner or in a group does not always result in authentic collaboration. Participants will learn about the essential elements of true teamwork in the math classroom and leave with a ready-to-use digital toolkit of sample activities that model exceptional collaborative practice.
Speakers
avatar for Tom Le

Tom Le

Director of Advanced Academics, Pasadena ISD
Wednesday June 10, 2026 2:05pm - 3:30pm CDT
SJI Room C104
 
Thursday, June 11
 

8:30am CDT

Fun Math Games and Activities
Thursday June 11, 2026 8:30am - 9:55am CDT
Experience a lively collection of engaging activities that bring math to life! Join us for energetic, adaptable games that spark curiosity and can be tailored for any grade level. You'll leave with ready-to-use strategies and downloadable digital copies of every game so you can start engaging students right away.
Speakers
avatar for Tom Le

Tom Le

Director of Advanced Academics, Pasadena ISD
Thursday June 11, 2026 8:30am - 9:55am CDT
SJI Room C104

10:00am CDT

"Because I Said So, That's Why!"
Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00am - 11:25am CDT
Tired of students asking "When will we ever use this?" Participants will learn how math modeling answers that question while building deeper understanding instead of surface-level memorization. You will walk away energized with strategies, examples, and confidence to help students see purpose, make connections, and use math with meaning.
Speakers
avatar for Tom Le

Tom Le

Director of Advanced Academics, Pasadena ISD
Thursday June 11, 2026 10:00am - 11:25am CDT
SJI Room C104

12:35pm CDT

Vertical Alignment - Equations & Inequalities, G 5-8
Thursday June 11, 2026 12:35pm - 2:00pm CDT
This session aims to provide educators with a comprehensive understanding of the vertical alignment of equations and inequalities from kindergarten through Algebra 1. Participants will explore how these concepts are introduced, developed, and mastered across different grade levels, ensuring a cohesive and progressive learning experience for students.
Speakers
CP

Cindy Phillips

Campus Content Spec INT - MATH, Pasadena ISD
Thursday June 11, 2026 12:35pm - 2:00pm CDT
SJI Room C104

2:05pm CDT

Vertical Alignment: Proportionality
Thursday June 11, 2026 2:05pm - 3:30pm CDT
This session aims to provide educators with a comprehensive understanding of the vertical alignment of proportionality from 3rd grade through Algebra 1. Participants will explore how these concepts are introduced, developed, and mastered across different grade levels, ensuring a cohesive and progressive learning experience for students.
Speakers
Thursday June 11, 2026 2:05pm - 3:30pm CDT
SJI Room C104
 
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