
Elevate Math Symposium
2025
Zoom Webinar
October 18, 2025
Time*:
10:30 am - 3:00 pm IST
7:00 am - 12:00 pm CEST
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*All sessions are recorded for registered participants and will be available up to 30 days following the Symposium
What is the Elevate Math Symposium?
Teaching advanced math in mixed-ability classrooms can be both a challenge and an opportunity. This Zoom webinar is a one-of-a-kind event that equips educators with the tools and strategies to cultivate success for every learner. This Symposium is more than just theory; it’s about actionable solutions that work in real international school classrooms. You’ll connect with experts and peers, gain hands-on experience, and leave with new ideas to transform your teaching approach.
What You’ll Gain
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Practical Strategies
Learn how to differentiate instruction to better meet the most advanced student’s needs.
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Inclusive Practices
Explore techniques to make advanced math accessible to all learners.
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Expert Insights
Hear from leading educators about the latest trends and tools in advanced math education.
Meet Your Featured Speakers
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Anita Churchville
Anita is an educational consultant and provides professional development workshops, comprehensive school audits, courses, and ongoing coaching for school leaders and faculty at a number of private international schools with European and American curricula. She previously coordinated special education programs and created gifted education programs at the American School of Bombay, the American School of Doha, and Academia Cotopaxi.
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Shany Abraham
Shany is a middle school math teacher with a background in engineering, high ability math, and learning support coaching. She is in her 7th year at the American School of Bombay and is a passionate advocate for personalized learning pathways, Shany is enthusiastic about creating telescoped curricula in math, differentiated classes, and enrichment opportunities. She takes a strengths-based approach to teaching, aiming to provide students with meaningful and impactful learning experiences.
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Neil Dougherty
Neil Dougherty has been teaching elementary school since 2013, with experience at Singapore American School, the American School of Dubai, ICS Addis Ababa, and AIS Lagos. Prior to entering education, Neil was a full-time practicing attorney, a profession he continues to engage with occasionally. In the classroom, Neil combines expertise from both careers to advocate for all learners, fostering their growth and achievement. Most recently, his work has focused on leveraging data and technology in math classes to enhance differentiation and personalization efficiently and effectively.
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Desirée Daring, M. Ed
Desirée began teaching through Teach for America, while pursuing her Master’s in Curriculum and Teaching, serving on her district’s Teacher Leadership Cabinet, advocating for teacher voice through TeachPlus and collaborating with her colleagues as an instructional coach. Desirée then married her love of teaching and traveling by earning two Fulbrights. Desirée has taught in elementary, middle and high school; she is currently a G5 Homeroom teacher, the G5 Team Leader and the ES Math Coordinator at the International School of Brussels.
Why should you attend?
The Elevate Math Symposium is perfect for math teachers, curriculum specialists, and education leaders who want to make advanced math accessible to all students. If you're passionate about differentiating instruction and promoting an inclusive classroom where every learner thrives, this webinar is for you. Join us for an inspiring virtual symposium focused on best practices for facilitating the learning of advanced mathematicians in mixed-ability classrooms.