The Secret to Math Success for the 2025-2026 School Year

Welcome to the kickoff of our August Saturday Math! 🎉 In this episode, Jonily Zupancic and Cheri Dotterer set the stage for the 2025–2026 school year with a focus on depth in lesson planning.You’ll learn:Why shallow, “grab-and-go” teaching resources aren’t enough.The grade levels Jonily will be partnering with this year (2, 3, 4, 8, Algebra I & II).How our certified coaches are modeling success in Grade 1 and Grade 6.Why teacher quality and intentional planning matter more than any textbook.🎯 Whether you’re a classroom teacher, intervention specialist, or administrator, this conversation will challenge how you think about planning and inspire you to bring depth into your math lessons.⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Welcome + Introduction to Saturday Math01:00 – Kickoff for the 2025–2026 school year03:30 – Grade levels Jonily is partnering with this year05:00 – Spotlight on certified coaches in Grades 1 and 606:30 – Introducing the year’s theme: Depth over shallow teaching08:00 – Why textbooks and grab-and-go lessons fall short09:30 – Behind-the-scenes: how lesson planning really happens11:00 – Preview of the four categories for building depth19:00 – Multiplication example: exposing symbols early20:00 – Outro + CTA to join the Masterclass🎯 Ready to Change Math Outcomes in 10 Days?👉 Join our FREE Masterclass for school leaders, teachers, and OTs: https://disabilitylabs.com/live-webinar/freemasterclass/register🎧 Prefer to Listen On the Go?SpotifyApple PodcastsAmazon/Audible🔗 Stay Connected🌐 Website: https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/mastery-math-bundle 📧 Disability Labs Community: https://disabilitylabs.com/community/3d-learning-lounge-1🎙️ Credits: Host: Cheri Dotterer Co-Host: Jonily Zupancic Production: Disability Labs Podcast Network🧠 Resources Mentioned:Mastery Math Method Level One (Lifetime Access): https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/mastery-math-bundleMastery Math Method Level Two (Annual Subscription): https://disabilitylabs.com/courses/mastery-math-method-group-coaching⚠️ Disclaimer: The content shared in this video is for educational purposes only and does not replace your district’s policies or individualized education plans. Always consult with your instructional team before implementing new strategies.🏷️ Hashtags#Tier1Interventions #MathIntervention #MasteryMathMethod #TeachingStrategies #SpecialEducation #MTSS #NeurodiverseLearning #Jonily #Cheri