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Center for Recruitment and Retention of Mathematics Teachers (CRR)

Providing high-quality professional development in mathematics education for Arizona teachers since 2001

The CRR's Vision is an excellent mathematics teacher for every child. The CRR’s Mission is to attract, develop, and support new mathematics teachers, and engage current mathematics teachers in re-imagining mathematics learning through innovative programs, retaining high-quality teachers in mathematics education. The CRR's Values are Community, Growth, Service, and Empowerment.

Partnered with the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) to offer FREE professional learning opportunities for ALL Arizona teachers, including:

  • Mathematics Educator Appreciation Day Conference (MEAD), Arizona’s largest mathematics education event
  • Teacher Workshops and Summer Institutes
  • New Teacher Induction Program
  • Teacher Leadership Development
  • Placement of university students in local classrooms to assist teachers and to mentor students
  • Advanced Placement Calculus and Statistics workshops and student practice exams
  • Free online tutoring for all K-12 math topics
  • Community events, such as Game Night, Pi Day, and STEM Fairs

An Excellent Mathematics Teacher for Every Child

Upcoming PD Events & Webinars

December 3, 2024

Using Pattern Blocks to Help Learners Explore Linear Slope and Graphs (MMMS)

This explores how to use pattern blocks to help students understand the relationships between concrete, visual, verbal.
December 4, 2024

Using Pattern Blocks to Help Learners Explore Linear Slope and Graphs (MMMS)

This session explores how to use pattern blocks to help students understand the relationships between concrete, visual.
December 5, 2024

Using Pattern Blocks to Help Learners Explore Linear Slope and Graphs (MMMS)

This session explores how to use pattern blocks to help students understand the relationships between concrete, visual..
December 7, 2024

Beyond Basic Fact Fluency: Addition and Subtraction Grades K-5 (IMPACTS-Elem)

Explore ways and help students develop all three components of fluency with addition and subtraction.
December 10, 2024

Using KP Tiles with Problem Solving and Place Value (MMMS)

Use KP Tiles to help students make sense of counting, cardinality, addition, and subtraction.
December 11, 2024

Using KP Tiles with Problem Solving and Place Value (MMMS)

Use KP Tiles to help students make sense of counting, cardinality, addition, and subtraction.
December 12, 2024

Using KP Tiles with Problem Solving and Place Value (MMMS)

Use KP Tiles to help students make sense of counting, cardinality, addition, and subtraction.
December 14, 2024

Digging Deep Into Decimals Part 1 Grades 4-6 (IMPACTS-Elem)

How do we help students learn conceptual strategies for operations with decimals? Come and explore these ideas.
December 14, 2024

The Area Model Grows Up: From Dot Talks to Calculus Grades K-11 (IMPACTS-Elem)

Journey from dot to box, and discover the powerful and persistent relationships among these models.Make these connection
December 14, 2024

The Power of Games in Middle School Math Grades 5-9 (IMPACTS-MS)

Come join us for a fun-filled session to see the power of games for both instruction and assessment in the…
January 11, 2025

Digging Deep Into Decimals Part 2 Grades 4-6 (IMPACTS-Elem)

How do we help students develop a robust understanding of decimals and learn conceptual strategy? Come and explore.
January 25, 2025

MEAD Conference 2025

MEAD 2025 is promoting ambitious mathematics instruction and school-wide professional learning.

Upcoming PD Programs

CRR New Teacher Induction Program

The CRR New Teacher Induction Program supports middle and high school teachers new to mathematics education.

Resources

On Demand

Math for Early Learners 2024 Workshop Series — Part 4

Engage in ways to help young learners quantify their world through data analysis and measurement. We will explore...
On Demand

Math for Early Learners 2024 Workshop Series — Part 3

Explore the ways we can engage young learners in algebraic thinking. We discuss ideas that promote flexible thinking...
On Demand

Math for Early Learners 2024 Workshop Series — Part 2

We explore geometry the way a young child learns shape/space, with a look at their world in and out of…
On Demand

Math for Early Learners 2024 Workshop Series — Part 1

We explore counting/cardinality through a picture walk, using number tracks to connect counting with numerals.
On Demand

Math for Early Learners: Exploring Mathematics in Preschool and Kindergarten

What does mathematical exploration look like in preschool?
On Demand

Math for Early Learners: Geometry, Storytelling, and Problem Posing

We focus on both shape, space, sound, and symbol across mathematics, and reading/storytelling to develop problem-posing.
On Demand

Math for Early Learners: Counting Adventures and Algebraic Thinking

We focus on counting with fun adventures AND visualizing change as a tool for algebraic thinking.
Supplemental Resources

Getting REAL: A Before/After School Program

The CRR provides schools with FREE program materials and training to re-engage learners in exciting mathematics...
On Demand

PD Spotlight: Center for Recruitment and Retention of Mathematics Teachers

Rodrigo Gutiérrez provides information about the Center for Recruitment and Retention of Mathematics Teachers.
On Demand

Math for Early Learners: Number Sense

How does a child understand space, shape, and measurement, and how can we support this in preschool classrooms?
On Demand

Math for Early Learners: Games that Build Fluency

We explore both the qualities we need to look for in games, and how child engages in understanding numbers.