
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?
Join us for an inspiring virtual symposium focused on best practices for facilitating the learning of advanced mathematicians in mixed-ability classrooms. Teaching advanced math in these diverse settings can be both a challenge and an opportunity—and this one-of-a-kind Zoom event is designed to meet that challenge head-on. The Elevate Math Symposium equips educators with strategic, hands-on approaches to support their most curious learners. Through engaging workshops, expert talks, and collaborative discussions, you’ll explore practical, real-world strategies that empower every student to succeed. This is more than just theory—it’s about actionable solutions that work in international school classrooms.
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.
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Rodnella Turner
Rodnella Turner is an international educator with over 15 years of experience supporting students with diverse needs. Currently serving as the Talent and Enrichment Coordinator at The KAUST School in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, Rodnella has provided dynamic learning support in schools across North Carolina, USA; Mumbai, India; and Dubai, UAE. Her work across various grades and content areas, both as a learning support teacher and a high-ability teacher, has given her a unique perspective on teaching and learning.
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Erik White
Why should you attend?
This event is designed for math teachers, curriculum specialists, and education leaders who are passionate about making advanced math accessible to all students. If you’re committed to differentiation and creating inclusive learning environments where every student thrives, the Elevate Math Symposium is for you.
Be part of a vibrant community of educators, gain fresh perspectives, and leave equipped with tools you can apply immediately to transform your classroom and elevate every learner’s math journey.