Dustin Purdy Blog

 As educators, we spend a lot of time thinking about how to create classrooms where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn. But creating that kind of environment requires more than simply telling students that everyone is welcome. Students need to see and experience that belonging in the everyday life of our schools. That idea was at the heart of an article I recently had the opportunity to co-author with fellow members of the AMLE Teacher Leaders Committee, “Five Ways to Support LGBTQIA+ Students This Pride Month and Beyond.” I was fortunate to write alongside Chad Uyehara and Megan Vosk, and our goal was to provide educators with practical ways to create more inclusive and affirming middle school communities. Read full article here:  “ Five Ways to Support LGBTQIA+ Students This Pride Month and Beyond ,” Why This Conversation Matters Pride Month provides an opportunity to celebrate LGBTQIA+ communities, but supporting LGBTQIA+ students shouldn't be limited to the...

I recently hosted a webinar in collaboration with the AMLE Teacher Leaders Committee. During our discussion, we focused on the use of AI in educational settings, exploring various applications for both teachers and students, the ethical issues involved, and how educational institutions are keeping pace with the rapid developments in AI technology. Access the resources below. Hope you enjoy the conversation! Rewatch Webinar View Slide Deck Link to original post

Update: This Webinar has ended. Watch Webinar recording here . I am excited to announce that I will be part of an AI webinar which will be presented by the AMLE Teacher Leaders Committee. Webinar Description: Are you curious about using AI in your classroom but unsure how to begin? Or are you already using AI and looking to discuss your experience with others? Whether you consider yourself a novice or an expert on AI, this webinar led by the AMLE Teacher Leaders committee is for you. Join us for a lively discussion about ways to use AI tools to save time as teachers and promote deep learning with students. We will also explore some ethical and practical considerations to keep in mind while using AI. The webinar will include an open question and answer session as well as some time for us to connect in small groups and share our experiences using AI in our districts. Hope to see you there! Date & Time: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM [icon name=”calendar-days” prefix=”fas...

Pi is one of the most fascinating numbers in all of mathematics. Every year mathematicians celebrate Pi on March 14. Pi is simply defined as the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter, but has many complex applications to mathematics. Learn more about the mathematical constant Pi below and join in on the fun by checking out the resources at the end of this post. International Day of Mathematics March 14th is also the International Day of Mathematics. The International Day of Mathematics (IDM) is a worldwide celebration. Each year on March 14 all countries will be invited to participate through activities for both students and the general public in schools, museums, libraries and other spaces. Check out more information HERE . March 14th is also Albert Einstein’s Birthday Einstein was born on March 14th, 1879. His is most famous for his equation E=mc^2. Today would be his 145th birthday! Make sure to check out all of my Pi-Day resources below. Pi Day Resources

Calling all mathematics educators! If you are as excited as I am about the release of Jo Boaler’s new book, Math-ish, then you are going to want to get in on this book study. The book is set to release on May 7th, 2024. Resources Book Study Slides MATH-ish Companion Site Who is your facilitator: Dustin Purdy is a passionate mathematics educator with over 17 years of experience teaching math in rural, urban, and online settings. Dustin has taught grades 6-12, with experience in 6th Grade Math, Pre-Algebra, 8th Grade Math, Algebra, Algebra A1/A2, Honors Algebra, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, Statistics, Calculus 1, Calculus 2, and has also taught college courses. He is a NYS Certified 5-12 Math Teacher experienced with The CCLS and NextGen Standards. Currently Dustin is teaching 6-12 math at Dwight Global Online School. He is passionate about transforming mathematics education; teaching growth mindset in mathematics; and creating an equitable and inclusive space where all students can learn,...

Hello friends! I am writing to give you a few exciting updates about ISTELive24 which is taking place in Denver, CO this year from June 23-26th, 2024. Registration is now open! I will presenting two interactive sessions that you will not want to miss! Details on these sessions are below, as well as some pre-conference resources you will want to check out if you are attending. If you are an EdTech guru, or someone just looking to amp up their EdTech skills and incorporate technology into your classroom in meaningful ways, then join me in Denver for the EdTech event of the year! ISTELive 24 Page I will be posting all of my conference updates on my blog as well as resources for each of my sessions. If you are attending ISTELive this year, I would greatly appreciate your help in completing the interest survey below to let me know if you would consider attending my sessions. This is very helpful to assist me in my planning. Additionally, I have some pre-conference resources that you will wa...

I am very excited to announce that I will be presenting at ISTELive 24 in Denver, Colorado this year. Not one, but two of my proposals were accepted. I am beyond excited to represent my school, Dwight Global Online. I will be leading an interactive math session with my mathematics colleague and friend, Laura Thul. I will also be assisting an interactive session on problem-based learning with colleagues Felica Chen and Katy Moye. Stay tuned for more information about my sessions. The conference will be held at the Colorado Convention Center from June 23rd-26th, 2024. If you will be in Colorado, you will not want to miss this event! See you soon Denver.