Application
Mathematics Fellowships for Middle Grade Teachers
May 2005-August 2006
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The “Math Fellows” program is a collaborative effort of the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) and the
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) and is an initiative of the Milwaukee Partnership Academy
and the Milwaukee Mathematics Partnership. The goal of the Math Fellows program is to provide an
opportunity for teachers to deepen their mathematics content knowledge leading to improved mathematics
teaching and learning.
“Math Fellows” will be able to enroll in special sections of four courses offered by the UWM
Department of Mathematical Sciences. These courses were developed at UWM specifically for teachers
and will be taught by UWM faculty and experienced classroom teachers. The courses include:
(1) Problem Solving
(2) Geometry
(3) Probability and Statistics
(4) Algebraic Structures
The program will waive tuition (undergraduate, resident, off-campus) and provide books and materials for
participants. All courses will be held at MPS sites. (No need to worry about UWM parking!)
Upon successful completion of the program, Math Fellows will receive a MPS Mathematics Fellowship
Certificate of Recognition.
Math Fellows may also take additional free courses in algebra and calculus and receive a transcript
notation indicating completion of the UWM Middle Childhood to Early Adolescence education program
mathematics minor.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
This program is open to current teachers of mathematics in public and non-public schools serving City of
Milwaukee students. Participation for non-public schools is reserved at 15% of the openings.
Priority will be given to teachers of mathematics in grades 5–8, to teachers who will be teaching
mathematics in these grades in Fall 2005, and to teachers who meet course prerequisites. In addition,
priority will be given to individuals currently licensed in Wisconsin to teach any of the grades from 5th
through 8th . Other individuals may apply and will be considered on a space available basis. For example,
if individuals do not meet course prerequisites it may be possible to fulfill these requirements prior to
beginning the program. Distribution across schools and Milwaukee will be also considered.
To be eligible, applicants must meet UWM admission requirements and meet course prerequisites.
Admission to UWM requires that participants have a high school diploma or equivalent and be accepted
as a University Special Student. Course prerequisites require that participants have grades of C or better in
UWM courses Math 109 or Math 175 and Math 176 or in equivalent college-level courses. It may be
possible to substitute appropriate teaching experience in lieu of Math 176; decisions will be made on an
individual basis.
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FUNDING
Funding for this project is provided by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
through the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, Title II Part B, Mathematics and
Science Partnership Program through an award to the Milwaukee Public Schools.
Additional funding support is provided by the Milwaukee Mathematics Partnership,
awarded to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee by the National Science Foundation.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Step 1: Complete the application form and written statement and send, fax, or deliver it, to:
Kathy Swope, Director
Division of Teaching and Learning, Room 254
Milwaukee Public Schools
5225 W. Vliet
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Fax: 414-475-8457
Attn: Rosemary Hayes
If you receive preliminary acceptance into the Math Fellows program, you will be guided through the next
steps of the application process which will be used to determine the best sequence and timeline of courses.
Step 2: Submit a college transcript showing verification of completed college level mathematics courses.
Step 3: Submit an admissions application to UWM and be accepted as a University Special Student.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Center for Mathematics and Science Education Research (CMSER)
(414) 229-6646 (ask for Peggy) ~ kuhnzpa@uwm.edu
Kevin McLeod, Department of Mathematical Sciences, UWM ~ kevinm@uwm.edu
DeAnn Huinker, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, UWM ~ huinker@uwm.edu
Milwaukee Public Schools
Henry Kranendonk, Mathematics Curriculum Specialist
(414) 475-8739 ~ kranenhx@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
DEADLINE: Tuesday May 10, 2005
Application deadline is Tuesday, May 10, 2005, 5:00 p.m. However, applications will be accepted after
the deadline on a space available basis.
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MPS–UWM
Mathematics Fellows Program
Application Form: Deadline May 10, 2005*
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Name
School
Type of School (check one): _____Public School
_____Non-Public School
Principal
Address
City/State/Zip
School Phone
Fax
Home Address
City/State/Zip
Home Phone
E-Mail
Academic and Professional Qualifications
Current teaching assignment (grades & subjects)
Anticipated teaching assignment in Fall 2005 (grades & subjects)
College-level math content courses completed
Wisconsin Teaching license(s) held (grades/specializations)
Written Statement (must be included for consideration of program application)
On a separate sheet of paper, describe why you feel you are a suitable candidate for the Math Fellows program.
Your response should be limited to one page and should address:
 Your knowledge of and commitment to the goal of the program.
 The mathematical knowledge you hope to gain from the program.
 The uses to which you plan to put that knowledge.
Statement of Individual Commitment and Principal Support
As principal of ________________________ school, I acknowledge the commitment of _____________________
to the Math Fellows program, and I agree to support this individual to the best of my ability, with appropriate
teaching and/or administrative assignments.
Signature of Principal
Date
Signature of Applicant
Date
*Applications will be accepted after the May 10th deadline on a space available basis.
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