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.

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Welcome + Introduction to Saturday Math
01:00 – Kickoff for the 2025–2026 school year
03:30 – Grade levels Jonily is partnering with this year
05:00 – Spotlight on certified coaches in Grades 1 and 6
06:30 – Introducing the year’s theme: Depth over shallow teaching
08:00 – Why textbooks and grab-and-go lessons fall short
09:30 – Behind-the-scenes: how lesson planning really happens
11:00 – Preview of the four categories for building depth
19:00 – Multiplication example: exposing symbols early
20:00 – Outro + CTA to join the Masterclass

🎯 Ready to Change Math Outcomes in 10 Days?

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🎙️ 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-bundle
Mastery 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.

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