26-27 Curriculum Compacting in Math for Teachers

Course Description

• This course is designed to support teachers learning how to compact math curriculum for advanced learners. It is intended to be used during a whole school roll-out and supported by the school's Gifted Education Facilitator.
• Type of Course: Blended
• Lead Learner (Facilitator): Heather Groff, Advanced Academics & Gifted Programming Team Lead
• Credit(s) and Type: 25 Hours Relicensure

Target Audience

• Teachers in year one of math compacting roll out at their school.
• Open to Substitute Teachers = Not at this time
• Open to Student Teachers = Not at this time
• Open to Charter School Staff = Not at this time
  • Charter Certified or Classified

Timeline Overview

• Start date of course content: April 14, 2026
• End date of course content: June 1, 2027
• In Person meeting dates: vary by school, contact your Gifted Education Facilitator for details

Outcomes

Here are the outcomes for the course (what participants will walk away with from the course).

• Teachers will learn best practices for supporting advanced and gifted learners, particularly in the area of math.
• Teachers will learn how to use data to make instructional decisions to meet the needs of learners, with a focus on compacting math curriculum.
• Teachers will learn how to include most rigorous tasks and weave in above grade level material to create a deeper learning experience for advanced learners.