About Services Schools Events Careers Foundation Illustrative Math Illustrative Mathematics is a problem-based mathematics curriculum that develops a student's mathematical thinking skills through questioning, discussion, and real-world contexts and connections. Interested? Contact CREC now! Professional Learning We offer a full suite of professional learning opportunities that complement the IM curriculum and help teachers implement the materials seamlessly. As part of CREC Resource Group's Illustrative Mathematics professional learning, participants will: Examine the overarching design structure of the curriculum at a variety of levels including the units, lessons and lesson activities Be introduced to the curriculum materials including formative and summative assessments Discuss the norms, routines, and structures Explore the built-in supports Learn to anticipate common issues teachers may encounter with the curriculum and its implementation Illustrative Math Centers Math centers are an integral part of the K-5 curriculum and are intended to give students time to practice skills and concepts that are developed across the year. IM Center Kits are available from CREC and developed by CREC IM Certified trainers for use in elementary schools (K-5). Order Now Why Purchase IM K-5 Math Center Kits? Eliminates prep time: Teachers focus on content delivery Implement with fidelity: Teachers have all the resources they need at their fingertips to implement the program as designed Convenient: All center materials printed, sorted, cut and collated Durable: All game boards and card decks printed on heavy bond cardstock Flexible: Order only the grades that you need Illustrative Math Center Kits Order Now ©2021 Capitol Region Education Council 111 Charter Oak Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106 • (860) 247-CREC CREC Webmail | Employee Portal Policies and Procedures | Disclaimers | Press Room | Careers | Contact Us

About Services Schools Events Careers Foundation Leadership Services Professional Learning for Administrators The CREC Resource Group’s experienced administrators can provide building and central office administrators with standards-based professional learning experiences as well as customized mentoring and coaching support. Leadership Development for Non-Certified Staff CREC offers a variety of high-quality professional development sessions designed to strengthen district staff members' leadership skills. Topics include: Communication skills Conflict resolution Effective presentation skills Stress management Supervising and coaching staff Teambuilding. Interested? Contact CREC now! ©2021 Capitol Region Education Council 111 Charter Oak Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106 • (860) 247-CREC CREC Webmail | Employee Portal Policies and Procedures | Disclaimers | Press Room | Careers | Contact Us