Fostering Support of Mathematics Learning for Multilingual Learners Grant

Fostering Support of Mathematics Learning for Multilingual Learners Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Amount: Up to US $4,000
Last Updated: March 29, 2024

Summary

The Fostering Support of Mathematics Learning for Multilingual Learners grant, funded by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, aims to enhance PK-12 mathematics education by promoting multilingualism. It provides resources for professional development and materials to support teachers in integrating students' languages and cultures into their math instruction. Eligible applicants include PK-12 schools and educators committed to equitable teaching practices. This initiative encourages innovative approaches to foster an inclusive learning environment for diverse learners.

Overview

Mission Statement The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics advocates for high-quality mathematics teaching and learning for each and every student. Fostering Support of Mathematics Learning For Multilingual Learners (PK-12) Grant The purpose of the TODOS - MET funded grant is to provide funding for in-service professional development/ learning to PK–12 schools to increase understanding and expertise for fostering support of multi-language development when teaching mathematics. The proposed project must explicitly support the implementation of equitable and rigorous mathematics teaching that incorporates students’ languages and cultures in their learning of mathematics. To this end, the proposed project should specifically address: the development of classroom materials with a consultant. The consultant must have expertise in both teaching mathematics and teaching language. AND/OR the purchase of materials to implement professional learning with educators towards the above-stated goal

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible ApplicantsA PK-12 school seeking to promote multilingualism when teaching mathematics.A mathematics coach, a classroom teacher, or a school administrator can be designated as an applicant.No schools (s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust (MET) in the same academic year.Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply.Organizational AwardFor the purposes of MET grants, an organization is defined to be a school, school district, university, or non-profit mathematics education organization.The primary applicant MAY indicate an organization to administer the finances of the grant when applying for the grant.If the primary applicant chooses to administer the finances of the grant, then they are responsible for reporting this award to the IRS on their personal tax return.Costs may include honoraria and expenses for consultants, materials, substitute time during the school day, teacher stipend after the school day, and conference or workshop registrations.Project activities are to be completed by May 31 of the subsequent year.At least one applicant must be a current member of TODOS on the day of application.At least one applicant must be a current Essential or Premium member of NCTM on the day of application. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. At least one applicant must be a current Essential or Premium member of NCTM on the day of application.

Ineligibility

Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to reapply.No indirect costs are permitted.Funds may not be used for staff travel or equipment.