Learn Fresh – PHENND https://phennd.org We are a network of over 20 colleges and universities that strengthens service learning in Philadelphia, connecting academics with community involvement. Tue, 06 Oct 2020 02:38:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4 NBA Math Hoops Trainings for Middle School Teachers – Oct 13-15 https://phennd.org/update/nba-math-hoops-trainings-for-middle-school-teachers-oct-13-15/ Tue, 06 Oct 2020 02:07:20 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=70790 Attention teachers, out-of-school time educators, and home schooling families!

During the 2020-21 school year, more than 200,000 students across the United States will participate in the NBA Math Hoops experience in their classrooms.

The program engages 4-8th grade students in fundamental math and social-emotional learning through the game of basketball! Working with real NBA and WNBA player stats, students and educators complete a 10-lesson curriculum, while competing in NBA Math Hoops games. Community experiences that extend the learning include virtual educator trainings (Sept-Oct), special online program events (Nov-Jan), Regional Championship events (Feb-Apr), and the National Championship!

Sixers Math Hoops Trainings

Date: October 13-15, 2020

Time: October 13 at 10am ET; October 14 at 5pm ET; October 15 at 10am ET

Location: Online via Zoom

RSVP directly via this link:

10/13 @ 10 am – https://mylfca.com/event/419/pre-register

10/14 @ 5 pm – https://mylfca.com/event/420/pre-register

10/15 @ 10 am – https://mylfca.com/event/421/pre-register

Educators and students will be able to access a digital edition of the NBA Math Hoops board game for the first time! Features of the digital game include the following:
– Students can unlock new NBA and WNBA players for their lineup!
– Custom schedule and standings for each educator’s class.
– Student usage/achievement data easily accessible for educators.
– Customizable rules to support scaffolded learning.
– Multilingual functionality in English and Spanish.

Educators may also access the physical NBA Math Hoops board game, if needed for their learning spaces.

]]> Teacher PD: NBA Math Hoops https://phennd.org/update/teacher-pd-nba-math-hoops/ Tue, 21 Aug 2018 02:51:02 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=57781 Join the NBA Math Hoops program!

Our next trainings in your region are scheduled for:
Dates: September 13-14, 2018
Times: 10 am – 12:30 pm; 4-6:30 pm each day
Location: 76ers Training Complex
Address: 1-99 S Front St, Camden, NJ 08103
RSVP for the session here: http://bit.ly/2018MHPHL

2018-19 NBA Math Hoops Season

The NBA Math Hoops calendar is broken up into 12 sessions that run parallel to the NBA season. Typically, the program is implemented for 45-90 minutes per week, from the eight weeks leading up to winter break through the four weeks after returning. Students play the Math Hoops board game, complete curriculum pieces, and participate in an incentive program that rewards top participants and sites with apparel, game tickets, and experiences with players. At the end of the season, the top students from each site are invited to attend their regional championship tournament and compete for the title of Math Champion!

Sessions 1-3 – Preseason/Draft
Students are introduced to the game of basketball, draft their team, and learn the game rules. First incentives are awarded!

Sessions 4-7 – Regular Season
Students compete in their first games of NBA Math Hoops. Nationally, NBA Math Hoops player events and game nights begin.

Sessions 8-10 – Trade Deadline/Regular Season
Students continue battling it out on the Math Hoops “court”, while getting a chance to rebuild their team for a playoff run.

Sesssions 11-12 – Math Hoops Tournament
Students compete for their site’s championship title and complete requirements to qualify for the National Championship. Top students from each site earn the chance to compete at the regional championship!

NBA Math Hoops National Championship
The top student from each participating NBA team’s community is selected to attend the National Championship, an incredible weekend-long experience that exposes students to higher education, STEM, and cultural experiences in the host community.

]]> Educator Training: NBA Math Hoops https://phennd.org/update/educator-training-nba-math-hoops/ Fri, 04 Aug 2017 01:15:57 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=53088 The NBA Math Hoops training in Philadelphia allows educators to access the Sixers’ signature STEM program at no cost. During the two hour session, participants will learn how to play the Math Hoops board game, implement the program’s curriculum, and gain access to special incentives and events during the school year. All are sponsored by the Sixers, creating a unique connection between you, your students, and the team!

In 2016, 4-8th grade students’ math scores experienced a 36.7% growth rate on the program’s pre to post-assessment, and 88% of participating educators reported notable gains in their students’ math skills. To date, over 62,000 students have completed more than 35 million math problems through NBA Math Hoops.

All 4-8th grade educators who wish to implement the program, including those who work in the classroom and in after-school programs, are welcome to attend a training on Wednesday, September 20, 2017. Please RSVP to nick@learnfresh.org by Friday, August 25, to attend. Include the names and emails of all educators in attendance from your site, and the time of the session that you wish to attend.

Full training information is included below:

Date: September 20, 2017

Session Times: 10 am – 12 pm & 5-7 pm

Location: School District of Philadelphia HQ

Address: 440 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Parking and Check-in: No parking will be provided. ID is required for security.

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