10/07/2026
➕✖️ Building Confidence in Mathematics Through Collaboration
Educators from MFNERC member schools recently came together for the Kindergarten to Grade 8 Mathematics Roundtable, bringing teachers together for two days of learning, discussion, and collaboration. 🧡
The roundtable focused on effective math instruction through active participation and discussion, with an emphasis on problem-solving, mental math and estimation, and developing a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts.
Effective math instruction is about more than finding the correct answer. It’s about helping students explain their thinking, work through challenges, make connections, and build confidence as problem-solvers.
Throughout the two days, educators explored:
🔢 Problem-solving strategies
🧠 Mental math and estimation
💭 Foundational math concepts students may need to strengthen
🙋 Strategies for supporting students with varying levels of math comprehension
📚 Ways to adapt tasks so every student can participate while continuing to challenge advanced learners
💡 Approaches to strengthening daily student engagement in mathematics
Collaboration was an important part of the roundtable. Even during breaks, educators continued sharing strategies they use in their classrooms and discussing how ideas from other teachers could be adapted for their own students and grade levels.
Participants also received resources and practical strategies to bring back to their classrooms, including a session with Ezarah Ewanchuk, IRC/Library Facilitator, demonstrating creative ways quilted bags can be incorporated into mathematics learning.
By creating opportunities for educators to share knowledge, explore new approaches, and learn from one another, these roundtables help strengthen mathematics instruction and support the learning and success of First Nations students.
Thank you to all the educators who participated and contributed their experiences, ideas, and knowledge throughout the two days!
