From the Editor’s Laptop
Wow, it is hard to believe another school year is just around the corner. With each new year comes the chance to set goals, try new things and develop our skills. Each fall I look forward to determining which area of my teaching I am going to further develop—or even, perhaps, delve into for the first time. Along with this I must decide on my goals for my teacher professional growth plan, and how I can achieve them through professional development. There are many options for professional development through professional learning communities, regional consortia, school boards and, of course, ATA specialist councils.
I encourage each of you to attend MCATA Conference 2011, “Looking for the Road Less Travelled,” at the River Cree Resort and Casino, Enoch, Alberta, on October 21 and 22, 2011. This is an amazing opportunity to listen to fabulous speakers, network with colleagues and delve deeper into the world of teaching mathematics. If you are not yet an MCATA member, go to the ATA website (www.teachers.ab.ca), log in, and select Tools and Specialist Council Membership from the menu on the right.
Until next time, happy learning!
Tancy Lazar
President’s Message
Marj Farris
From the Editor’s Laptop
Tancy Lazar
Math Contests
33rd Annual Edmonton Junior High Math Contest 2011
2011 Calgary and District 35th Junior High School Mathematics Contest — May 4, 2011
Alberta High School Mathematics Competition
Do the Math! 2011 Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge
Alberta Education
The Seven Mathematical Processes — Connections
Webpage Updates
Critical Information for Students in Applied and Pure Mathematics 30
Assessment Standards
Information on the New Diploma Examinations for Mathematics 30-1 and 30-2
Digital Field Tests for Current Diploma Examinations
MCATA Conference 2011
MCATA Fall Symposium
MCATA Grants
Save the Date
TERM Meetings
