Knowles at NCSM, October 13-15, 2025

Join Knowles Staff at the NCSM annual conference in Atlanta, GA, October 13-15. We look forward to presenting and connecting with mathematics supervisors.

Monday, October 13 at 11:00 am

Presentation: Identifying Leverage Points for Change: Using ASF to Create Equitable Math Learning Environments

By Knowles Senior Program Officer, Teacher Development, Josh Thurbee

Explore how an Activity Systems Framework (ASF) tool can help teachers understand and influence their communities toward positive change. ASF allows for critical analysis of the roles, norms, and power dynamics within teacher communities, revealing systemic inequities and barriers to equity in education. Learn how to use and support others in using ASF to identify leverage points for action, disrupt inequitable practices, foster collaboration, and lead innovations that improve learning environments for all students.

Tuesday, October 14 at 3:30 pm

Presentation: Exploring Status to Develop Inclusive Classroom Culture

By Knowles Director, Outreach and Dissemination, Ayanna Perry 

Discover how status shapes classroom dynamics and influences participation in mathematics. In this interactive session, teachers will graph their own perceived status to reflect on its impact on learning opportunities and engagement. Explore how classroom culture can privilege certain students and learn strategies to address status effectively in group tasks. Leave with tools and insights to build inclusive classrooms where all students can meaningfully contribute to and succeed in high-cognitive-demand mathematics activities.