Developing Regional Networks of Math Teacher Circles

Thanks for your interest in applying for "Developing regional networks of Math Teacher Circles," to be held September 11-13, 2026, at the American Institute of Mathematics (AIM) in Pasadena, CA. This workshop, sponsored by AIM and the Maxwell/Hanrahan Foundation, will be devoted to equipping Math Teacher Circle (MTC) leaders to establish or reestablish MTC networks in their state or region.

To apply for the workshop, please fill out this form no later than June 1, 2026. Applications are open to all current MTC leaders, with preference given to teams of two or three leaders from the same region, and to leaders of regional MTC networks that struggled during COVID and are now looking to restart. Accepted participants will be offered funding in accordance with AIM’s travel reimbursement policies.

Please contact Brianna Donaldson, AIM Director of Special Projects, at brianna@aimath.org with any questions.

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Which MTC(s) are you or your team affiliated with?*

What other math engagement program(s) are you or your team affiliated with?

Please briefly describe your (or your team's) experience with Math Teacher Circles, including any previous efforts toward establishing a regional or statewide network or other multi-MTC collaborations.*

Please tell us about your interest in this workshop. What is your vision for a statewide or regional network in your area? What do you hope to gain from participating? What do you feel you could contribute?*

Running a regional MTC network involves a variety of skills, which may or may not already be represented on your team. To what extent does your team (or you individually, if you are applying alone) feel comfortable with the following? Please note that the organizers are expecting for most teams at the workshop to have areas they need support with.*

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Facilitating a MTC session
Training MTC facilitators
Helping others organize their own local MTC
Organizing a summer workshop for teachers
Developing a budget
Writing a grant proposal
Fundraising
Managing program finances
Developing an online presence for your program
Communicating with local MTC leaders
Evaluating program results and outcomes

Please feel free to elaborate on any of the choices from the table above.

If applicable, please describe any experience with state-level or regional organizations (e.g., professional associations, philanthropic foundations, departments of education) that you feel may be relevant to helping establish a regional MTC network.

Is there anything else you'd like for us to know as we consider your team's application?

Developing Regional Networks of Math Teacher Circles - Workshop Application

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