Columbus Regional

Mathematics Collaborative (CRMC) 

Summer Newsletter - 2026

Summer is here CRMC Friends!

We’re excited to share that the recent CRMC Conference was a wonderful success! It was inspiring to see so many mathematics professionals come together to collaborate, learn, and grow. Thank you to everyone who attended, presented, and supported this event. 

We’re grateful for such a strong and passionate community and look forward to continuing this great work together. Watch our latest YouTube video to see all the highlights from the CRMC Conference on April 16th.

The CRMC has planned to support Back to School Professional Development: "Triangulating Improvement". This event will help educators use state or classroom data from 2025-2026 school year and state assessment rubrics to identify and address specific areas for improvement. This PD is specifically geared to enhance student performance on standardized tests through concept mapping with yearlong planning for the academic year 2026-2027.

If you are interested, please complete the Triangulating Improvement Registration Form. Principals may sign up their teachers for one day between July 27-31. Each day will consist of a seven hour session from 8:30-3:30 with lunch included.

Interested in Professional Learning Opportunities for Your Teachers?

The Columbus Regional Mathematics Collaborative is excited to partner with schools to provide engaging, hands-on professional development designed to support mathematics instruction, teacher growth, and student success.

If your school is interested in hosting a CRMC professional development session or you would like CRMC staff to work with you or your teachers in the classroom, please complete the interest form. We look forward to collaborating with you!

During our recent CRMC Professional Development Conference, Dr. Basil Conway honored Dr. W. Gary Martin and Dr. Marilyn Strutchens through their nomination to the CRMC Pi Plaque. Their lasting contributions to mathematics education, leadership, and professional learning continue to make a meaningful impact on educators and students alike. The CRMC is proud to recognize and celebrate their dedication and influence within the field.

 If you would like to submit a nomination, please fill out the CRMC Pi Plaque Nomination Form. 

Dr. Basil Conway, CRMC Director, recently visited Johnson Elementary to support their Parent Night on behalf of the Columbus Regional Mathematics Collaborative. During his visit, he engaged families in meaningful math experiences and shared some of CRMC’s most popular manipulatives—the Formula Fraction Game and Geometric Shapes. Parents and students alike enjoyed the hands on activity, while having fun learning together. Events like these highlight CRMC’s commitment to supporting schools and strengthening math learning both in the classroom and at home. Don't hesitate to reach out to the CRMC for similar support.

Let us help you bring conceptual understanding for your students through manipulatives, games, and engaging activities!

In this video, we provide a real-life demonstration of the PITSCO CO₂ Dragsters and walk through how to set up and use them in the classroom.

Powered by carbon dioxide cartridges, these dragsters help students explore important concepts such as physics, aerodynamics, and force and motion. Students have the opportunity to design, build, and race their own vehicles while applying real-world problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. These small cars can reach speeds of nearly 70 mph on the track, making learning both exciting and engaging!

We have 5 dragsters and tons of cars ready for you to come check out. Come see us!

One of CSU's doctoral students, Russell Lawless described how the Connected Mathematics Project effectively combines problem-based learning with purposeful teacher facilitation and digital collaboration tools to deepen student engagement and understanding. This debrief is related to Edson, Alden J. (2024) in lessons learned for developing and enacting a digital collaborative platform with an embedded problem-based mathematics curriculum.

- Connect with us on Instagram @mathcollab to stay connected and inspired! A perfect way for sparking new ideas and staying up to date with all things CRMC.

- Check out the CRMC YouTube channel for quick, practical resources you can use right away! From hands-on manipulative tutorials, brief research summaries, or videos designed to support and inspire your math instruction.

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