OCTM Mission

Oregon Council of Teachers of Mathematics (OCTM) promotes a comprehensive math education community and supports educators in implementing the state and national mathematical standards.

Strategic Action Plan

  • Stimulate and foster interest in the learning of mathematics in instructional strategies, best practices and effective and appropriate assessment tools.
  • Provide guidance for the teaching of mathematics and learning.
  • Encourage and support educators in the process of implementing current mathematics standards as envisioned by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
  • Support and achieve diversity and equity within the Oregon mathematics education community.
  • Develop and encourage leadership and service in the mathematics education community.
  • Develop and maintain communication and coordination of services between OCTM and related educational organizations, Oregon Department of Education, public agencies, and private sector agencies.

August 2006