Dustin Purdy (he/him)

🦁Math Teacher and Community & Belonging Coordinator
🎓 SUNY Cortland

[Dustin Purdy (he/him) @MrPurdyMath]

I'm re-sharing an article I co-authored with Chad Uyehara and Megan Vosk (@megan_vosk) for @AMLE: Five Ways to Support LGBTQIA+ Students This Pride Month and Beyond.

As educators, we have the opportunity—and responsibility—to create learning environments where every student feels seen, valued, safe, and empowered to be their authentic selves. In this article, we explore practical strategies for fostering belonging and supporting LGBTQIA+ students throughout the year, not just during Pride Month.

I hope you'll take a few moments to read, reflect, and consider how we can continue building more inclusive and affirming schools for all learners.

Read the article here: https://t.co/Yk7YDPz37L

#PrideMonth #LGBTQIA #MiddleLevelEducation #MLE #AMLE #Belonging #StudentVoice #InclusiveEducation #EducationLeadership

[Dustin Purdy (he/him) @MrPurdyMath]

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈

Pride Month is a time to celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals and communities. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the importance of creating spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, respected, and empowered to be their authentic selves.

As a gay educator and community leader, I believe that belonging matters. Every person deserves to feel safe, supported, and accepted for who they are. This month, let's celebrate the diversity that makes our communities stronger and commit to fostering inclusion, empathy, and understanding.

Wishing all a joyful and meaningful Pride Month. Keep shining brightly, sharing your story, and embracing who you are. 🌈✨

#PrideMonth #LGBTQPride #Belonging #Inclusion #Community #CelebratePride

[Dustin Purdy (he/him) @MrPurdyMath]

If you know any students in grades 7-12 in the NYC Metro area, please share this educational grant opportunity from McDonald's. Students could walk away with $5,000 to spend on educational expenses if they have the the table skills. Link to register below. 👇👇👇 @McDonalds @FIFAWorldCup

https://t.co/m0Z63I4l85

[NCSM: Leadership in Mathematics Education @MathEdLeaders]

The speaker lineup for NCSM Denver is incredible! 🔥 We’re honored to bring together leading voices in mathematics education for the 58th Annual NCSM Conference, October 26–28. Don’t miss it!

Learn more and register: https://t.co/TyfZnSENzi #NCSM2026

[NCTM @NCTM]

We're excited to partner with the Technology Student Association (TSA) to co-sponsor the 2027 Tests of Engineering Aptitude, Mathematics, and Science (TEAMS) competition.

Learn about becoming a coach and sign up for more info: https://t.co/I5QnvjceRg

[Dustin Purdy (he/him) @MrPurdyMath]

@MathEdLeaders Congratulations! 👏

[Action for Happiness @actionhappiness]

Meaningful May - Day 5: Let someone know how much they mean to you and why https://t.co/QObG6cjVZu #MeaningfulMay

[Help A Teacher @HelpATeacher]

Important!

[AMLE @AMLE]

Join us this Wednesday, April 29 at 4 p.m. ET for our next Leadership Roundtable focused on assessments in the middle grades. From locally developed measures to state assessments, the discussion will explore how assessment data is used to inform instruction and support student growth, as well as the managerial considerations involved in planning and scheduling these assessments for effective administration. 🎯

Register for the meeting link to share some quality time engaging with other middle level professionals across the globe! https://t.co/hQZb6RnFbT

[Dustin Purdy (he/him) @MrPurdyMath]

Congrats all! 👏

[NCTM @NCTM]

Congratulations to our newly elected Board members!

The newly elected Board members will begin their terms at the conclusion of the NCTM 2026 Annual Meeting & Exposition in October: https://t.co/PXtaN65err

[NCTM @NCTM]

"Being an advocate for high-quality mathematics means working to ensure that every student experiences mathematics as something they can understand, use, & enjoy—not just something they have to get through."

Read NCTM President @LatrendaK's full message: https://t.co/WkFU2jcQD0

[NCTM @NCTM]

The latest issue of MTLT is out now! 👉 https://t.co/5fAx25kudq

Front & Center: Instruction that connects #mathematics to cultural and community contexts can encourage identity development, increase engagement, and improve access and empowerment for students.

[NCTM @NCTM]

⏰ Deadline Approaching: May 1

NCTM members 👉 funding for your professional growth is still up for grabs.

Apply now for grants, scholarships, and awards: https://t.co/Dy0ep5QsSu

[Dustin Purdy (he/him) @MrPurdyMath]

So happy to be part of this group! ❤️

[NCTM Classroom Resources @NCTMResources]

This weekend, the #NCTM Classroom Resources Committee gathered in VA to collaborate on creating high-quality resources that meet the needs of our mathematics community, focusing on enhancing differentiation and developing materials that support effective instructional practices.

[NCTM @NCTM]

Splash into a mathematical modeling activity that challenges students to extend their algebraic reasoning skills to 'complete the square'.

Which brother will have the bigger pool? 💦🤔https://t.co/nPpzuHm8Jq

[Dustin Purdy (he/him) @MrPurdyMath]

April is Arab American Heritage Month—a time to celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of Arab Americans.

Let’s honor diverse voices, challenge bias, and build a community where everyone feels seen, valued, and empowered.

#ArabAmericanHeritageMonth #CelebrateDiversity

[Dustin Purdy (he/him) @MrPurdyMath]

April is World Autism Month, a time to celebrate neurodiversity, raise awareness, and build a more inclusive world for individuals with autism.

Autism is a natural part of human diversity. This month is about recognizing and honoring the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of autistic individuals while also promoting understanding, acceptance, and support.

Let’s move beyond awareness and focus on acceptance and inclusion—listening to autistic voices, embracing differences, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued and supported. Together, we can create a community where every individual is seen, heard, and empowered to thrive.

#WorldAutismMonth #AutismAwarenessDay #CelebrateDiversity #NeuroDiversity

[New Jersey Department of Education @NewJerseyDOE]

Empowering the next generation of thinkers! It’s STEM Month in New Jersey — a time to celebrate curiosity, problem-solving, and the technical skills that drive our state forward.

[Dustin Purdy (he/him) @MrPurdyMath]

In my latest blog post, “Unraveling the Mystery of 3.14... and Beyond!”, I explore the joy of π and invite students to experience it through curiosity, pattern-seeking, and mathematical wonder. I also invite students to explore applications in STEM with a NASA Receiver Riddle challenge.
From circles to infinite decimals, this post digs into ways to make π meaningful, engaging, and deeply connected to student thinking. https://t.co/6ySPEFvA1n

#Pi #Math #PiDay #MathCuriosity #MiddleSchoolMath #MathEducation #ITeachMath #MathTeacherBoS

[Dustin Purdy (he/him) @MrPurdyMath]

I recently joined Nicole Hamilton and Lucas Owen as a panelist in a webinar titled “An AI-Resistant Approach to Teaching Statistics,” which explored how statistics instruction must evolve in a world where generative AI can quickly perform calculations and produce answers. Rather than focusing on limiting AI, the conversation centered on designing learning experiences that emphasize human reasoning, curiosity, and authentic data exploration.

Read full blog post here and access the webinar recording and resources. https://t.co/Quo1dhXeql

#statistics #statisticseducation #dataliteracy #datascience #ai