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[Time2000_t21 0160] FW: Special meeting with QC students
by Naomi Weinman 17 Jun '20

17 Jun '20

Dear All, Read the two emails below and see the link for a small gift from Dr. Artzt via math professor Kris Klosin. Enjoy! Naomi It is really exciting to hear the proof of the Goldbach Conjecture from the person who proved it!!! Alice F. Artzt Professor of Mathematics Education Co-Director of Undergraduate and Graduate Secondary Mathematics Education Director of TIME 2000: A Math Teaching Scholarship Program Department of Secondary Education and Youth Services Powdermaker Hall, Room 150E Queens College of the City University of New York 65-30 Kissena Boulevard Flushing, NY 11367-1597 ________________________________ Dear all, as most of you know the Weak Goldbach's Conjecture states that every odd integer greater than 5 can be written as a sum of 3 primes. The Conjecture was proven in 2013 by Harald Helfgott who is now a professor at University of Goettingen. This Summer I am teaching a class intended mostly for Math Ed graduate students called "The Invitation to Modern Mathematics". In that class we discuss the Conjecture and some simple aspects of its proof. A few days ago I asked Harald Helfgott if he would agree to meet virtually with my students to discuss his work and answer their questions to which he has graciously agreed. The meeting took place last Friday over Zoom. If any one of you is interested in seeing the recording, here is the link. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hwznSMlUmTF1UOki1SAPB-zv_JBqflvD/view?usp=… Best, Kris

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[Time2000_t21 0158] Black Lives Matter
by Naomi Weinman 10 Jun '20

10 Jun '20

During the recent tumultuous days, we have been reminded that the racial injustices existing in our country and world need immediate and sustained attention and action. We have seen signs carried by CHILDREN, many of whom are likely New York City Public School students, as they participated in protests against the pervasive racist behaviors toward Black people. Seeing young children and their families crying to be heard caused us to reflect on our own responsibilities as mathematics educators. Although there are massive inequities throughout education, we are acutely aware of the particular issues surrounding the learning and teaching of mathematics, and the historically elitist view of who can learn math. Black students and students of color have been underserved in our educational system. We must work to ensure that every student learns math, remembering that what teachers might erroneously perceive as "lack of ability" is really about lack of ACCESS to high-quality educational opportunities. We, the mathematics education faculty at Queens College, commit to continually learn about the inequities within our educational system and to examine our own implicit biases in order to provide equal opportunities for our pre- and in-service teachers and their students, particularly those who are Black and students of color. We will begin by including anti-racist pedagogical materials in our coursework and class discussions. Our mission is to prepare teacher candidates who are knowledgeable, passionate, and well-equipped to teach in a culturally responsive manner. Black Lives Matter. Sent on behalf of the QC Mathematics Education Faculty

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[Time2000_t21 0157] Re: Important Info for Portfolio Submission.
by Naomi Weinman 08 Jun '20

08 Jun '20

Reminder: 1. Portfolios are due this week on Friday, June 12. 2. See important notes below. Remember to submit your work correctly as per part C (see both screen shots below). From: Naomi Weinman Sent: Monday, June 1, 2020 12:11 PM To: 'time2000_t20(a)lists.qc.cuny.edu' <time2000_t20(a)lists.qc.cuny.edu>; time2000_t21(a)lists.qc.cuny.edu; time2000_t22(a)lists.qc.cuny.edu Subject: Important Info for Portfolio Submission. Dear TIME 2000 Students, As many of you have started working on your TIME 2000 portfolios, I have received a few questions regarding the assignment. This email will address the general questions. A. The assignment is posted on TIME 2000 Google Classroom. Note that it is different from the assignment posted on SharePoint in years past. Be sure to see the assignment posted on Classroom. Reminder for those who have not yet joined: 1. Go to classroom.google.com 2. Log in using QC CAMS account (ends in @qc.cuny.edu) - if you haven't activated a CAMS account - why not? -- do this first. Email Alyssa for directions if needed. 3. Click "+" in upper right corner - "join a class" 4. Enter class code 3red2dr B. Yes, you may go over the page limit without penalty. C. This is the most important part of the message: Make sure to submit your work correctly . On Google Classroom, when you are done with the portfolio, use the "Add or Create" button to attach your work (see screenshot). [cid:image001.png@01D63D7C.59501D70] Then, once you attach your work, the "mark as done" button will change to a "turn in" button. If you do not click that, your work will not be submitted (see screenshot). [cid:image002.png@01D63D7C.59501D70] I hope this helps. Have a healthy summer! Mrs. Weinman

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[Time2000_t21 0156] TIME for ALL
by Naomi Weinman 05 Jun '20

05 Jun '20

Dear TIME 2000 Students, We at TIME 2000 recognize that this is a very difficult time in American history and in your own personal lives. We hope that as you become more and more aware of the inequities that exist in our society, you will be ever more committed to your role as a mathematics educator for ALL students, so that you are part of the solution to this heartbreaking problem in our country. We hope you all stay safe and stay well so that you are ready to continue on your critical journey of becoming the most understanding, compassionate, and caring mathematics teachers who will empower all the students whose lives you touch. Have a wonderful summer. Warm regards, Alice Artzt

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[Time2000_t21 0153] FW: Election Results
by Naomi Weinman 01 Jun '20

01 Jun '20

Welcome the new officers of MT4! Thank you for a job well done to the outgoing officers Jose, Joyce, Rasheed, Daniel, Heba and Evina! See their message, below. From: MT4 Club <mt4club(a)gmail.com> THE RESULTS ARE IN!!!! Please give a warm welcome to your MT4 officers for the 2020-2021 school year. President: Rasheed Ali Vice-President: Daniel Levine Treasurer: Eusebio Tapia Secretary: Kseniya Nazarenko Public Relations: Evina Siu Thank you all for voting. Thank you to all the candidates who ran for office. Hopefully we will be reunited on campus for the fall semester. Until then, we hope you have a relaxing summer vacation. Today's Tutors, Tomorrows Math Teachers (MT4) President: J. Cruz Vice President: J. Pan Treasurer: R. Ali Secretary: D. Levine Public Relations: H. Shoaeib + E. Siu Phone: (718) 570-0520 Email: MT4club(a)gmail.com <mailto:MT4club@gmail.com> Website: http://time2000.qc.cuny.edu/about-the-tutorialclub <mailto:MT4club@gmail.com>

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[Time2000_t21 0154] Important Info for Portfolio Submission.
by Naomi Weinman 01 Jun '20

01 Jun '20

Dear TIME 2000 Students, As many of you have started working on your TIME 2000 portfolios, I have received a few questions regarding the assignment. This email will address the general questions. A. The assignment is posted on TIME 2000 Google Classroom. Note that it is different from the assignment posted on SharePoint in years past. Be sure to see the assignment posted on Classroom. Reminder for those who have not yet joined: 1. Go to classroom.google.com 2. Log in using QC CAMS account (ends in @qc.cuny.edu) - if you haven't activated a CAMS account - why not? -- do this first. Email Alyssa for directions if needed. 3. Click "+" in upper right corner - "join a class" 4. Enter class code 3red2dr B. Yes, you may go over the page limit without penalty. C. This is the most important part of the message: Make sure to submit your work correctly . On Google Classroom, when you are done with the portfolio, use the "Add or Create" button to attach your work (see screenshot). [cid:b27c7fb5-600c-4706-9a15-f4b7e0d9b4fc] Then, once you attach your work, the "mark as done" button will change to a "turn in" button. If you do not click that, your work will not be submitted (see screenshot). [cid:image002.png@01D6380D.AAB00140] I hope this helps. Have a healthy summer! Mrs. Weinman

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[Time2000_t21 0152] TIME to celebrate the Seniors
by Naomi Weinman 27 May '20

27 May '20

Dear TIME 2000 Students, Congratulations on completing this most unusual semester! As you may know, the seniors are graduating without a ceremony. Both their QC graduation and TIME 2000 graduation celebrations have been delayed due to the pandemic restrictions. The completion of their degrees and their diplomas are on schedule and they are, indeed, graduating tomorrow. Read the seniors' reflections and their advice for you in the May 2020 TIME 2000 newsletter<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Documents/newsletter%20v1…>. If you would like to cheer on the seniors (Saite Chen, Xiang (Kevin) Chen, Emily Fung, Minwoo Jeon, Nicole Mleczkowski, Erika Mojocoa, Brianna Patrizi, Movina Seepersaud, Amanda Seidman, Grace Tan, Jiashi Wang, Qingqiu Zeng and Yuheng Zheng) with a congratulatory email, you can email them at TIME2000_T19(a)lists.qc.cuny.edu<mailto:TIME2000_T19@lists.qc.cuny.edu>. After you send the email, you will receive a notice that it is being held for approval. No worries, I will approve all appropriate messages. Wishing you all a good summer as we continue to wear masks and practice social distancing. Sincerely, Mrs. Weinman Naomi Weinman TIME2000/SEYS Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367 (w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173 time2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> | Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000>

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[Time2000_t21 0151] MT4 Elections 2020
by Naomi Weinman 22 May '20

22 May '20

TIME 2000 Students: Please vote today! [Google Forms] I've invited you to fill out a form: MT4 Elections 2020<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9xogr1E2R78OVd7frlsxfrFWy0xuMFZf…> Hello Time 2000 students. Elections were supposed to have been held during one of our Time 2000 seminars. Due to the ongoing pandemic, however, that could not be done and that is why you are getting this form. The voting will close on Tuesday, May 26. Vote now! Jose Fill out form<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc9xogr1E2R78OVd7frlsxfrFWy0xuMFZf…> Create your own Google Form<https://docs.google.com/forms?usp=mail_form_link>

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[Time2000_t21 0150] Stress Relief TIME
by Naomi Weinman 19 May '20

19 May '20

Dear TIME 2000 Students, Congratulations on completing this most unusual semester! As you complete your finals, I want to wish you good luck and remind you that the QC has the following remote activities for students: Students who need a break are urged to participate in remote activities offered by the Office of Student Development and Leadership, Monday through Friday. * Monday Meditation with Chona (Mondays, 10 am-11 am) * Strength & Conditioning with Wilpower Fitness (Tuesdays, 1 pm-2 pm) * Zumba with Jazs (Wednesdays, 1 pm-2 pm) * Strength & Conditioning with Wilpower Fitness, (Thursdays, 1 pm-2 pm) * Friday Night Live Party with Deejay Unico (Fridays, 8 pm-10 pm) All sessions take place via Zoom; meeting ID is 951-276-3466. Sessions will be recorded. To keep spirits up, Borough of Queens agencies are livestreaming programs for all ages and interests. Visit It's Inside in Queens https://itsinqueens.com/<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001fDk6_VdSz2owI7Sor8qKlVZiIZ8G9CaKb7-FQX9iX4BV…> for details. Good luck on finals! Keep the faith and stay safe! Mrs. Weinman Naomi Weinman TIME2000/SEYS Queens College, CUNY | 65-30 Kissena Blvd | Queens, NY |11367 (w) 718-997-5377 | (f) 718-997-5173 time2000.qc.cuny.edu<https://www.qc.cuny.edu/Academics/Honors/Time2000/Pages/default.aspx> | Donate to TIME 2000<http://bit.ly/time2000>

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[Time2000_t21 0148] Re: Watch the TIME 2000 Thank YOU Video!
by Mara P Markinson 14 May '20

14 May '20

To the most incredible group of students in the world: Words cannot possibly describe the impact that this gift made on me, but I will try my best... As I sat down at my computer this morning for what I was positive would be another exhausting day of remote teaching, I was shocked to find the most beautiful video I could have EVER IMAGINED waiting for me in my inbox. Watching the video, I was brought to tears by the overwhelming feelings of appreciation and love that I feel for all of you. As each of you appeared on the screen I was beyond overjoyed to see your pictures and videos, read your notes, and "feel the love" of the program. I have watched the video on every one of my breaks today, and have already downloaded it to both of my computers AND my phone so that I can keep watching it FOREVER. The pandemic has brought with it so much angst, uncertainty, and sadness that I have too infrequently stopped to consider everything in my life that there is to be thankful for. The TIME 2000 and Math Education family at Queens College CERTAINLY ranks high on that list, and this unbelievable present has only made my love for the program so much stronger (which I didn't think was possible)!! Seeing your beautiful faces and your kind notes brought me tremendous joy and made me feel like everything was "right" in the world again! I called Dr. Artzt and Mrs. Weinman and quite literally couldn't come up with words to describe how touching your messages are. As many of you know, I am a TIME 2000 graduate. Since finding my place in this family as a student many years ago, I've known that there really is nothing quite like TIME 2000. So, I, too, would like to publicly thank Dr. Artzt and Mrs. Weinman for the unique, inspiring, and happy family that they have cultivated over the years. The greatest honor and privilege of my life has been to see my experiences come full circle, and be given the thrilling opportunity to teach your math and SEYS courses. From having the time of my life teaching the freshmen calculus, to witnessing the seniors develop into INCREDIBLE novice teachers, it has been remarkable and humbling to be a part of each of your journeys. You all inspire me every single day to keep improving as a teacher so that I can best serve my students. I miss you all so much and CANNOT WAIT (!!!!!!) for the day when we are reunited on campus. The thought of us being together again brings a tremendous smile to my face. Until then, let us be sustained by keeping in mind how extraordinarily lucky we are to belong to such a wonderful family. We will ALL be stronger and wiser at the end of this, and you will all develop into even more understanding, compassionate, and creative teachers to your future students who will be SO LUCKY TO HAVE YOU!!!! I wish you the best of luck with finals and assignments the end of the semester... this was EXACTLY the "boost" I needed to finish the semester strong. May you, your families, and loved ones remain in good health. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, thank you, thank you for putting together this most precious gift that I will treasure now and forever. You are all beyond special to me and the opportunity to teach each of you has been a rare blessing. No matter where life takes any of us, I will always be here for each of you and rooting for your happiness, good health, and success. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU... Fondly, Mara Markinson ________________________________ From: Alice Artzt <qcartzt(a)gmail.com> Sent: Thursday, May 14, 2020 3:27 PM To: Brianna Patrizi Cc: Naomi Weinman; Mara P Markinson; Joan Nieh; Wenhui Zeng; T19 (TIME2000_T19(a)lists.qc.cuny.edu) time2000_t20(a)lists.qc.cuny.edu; time2000_t21(a)lists.qc.cuny.edu; time2000_t22(a)lists.qc.cuny.edu; Alyssa M Figueroa; Loriann Maugeri Subject: Re: Watch the TIME 2000 Thank YOU Video! EXTERNAL EMAIL: please report suspicious content to the ITS Help Desk. My very dear family, During such unprecedented days of isolation, stress, and anxiety came this shining video that has touched me to the core. I have shed lots of tears of joy while watching it multiple times. I even showed it to my daughters and granddaughters and they told me they were crying too, and they don't even know you! To see all of your beautiful smiling faces, with your beautiful notes of gratitude is almost too much for me, as I miss you all so much. I am so honored and grateful to have each and every one of you in my life. You have the love in your hearts which is what the greatest of teachers have and that is why I know for sure how each of you will positively influence the lives of the thousands of students you will influence in your careers. And, they will in turn return the love you have shown for me and Ms. Weinman and Ms. Markinson. Thank you for this gift of a lifetime. I will treasure it until the end of time. And of course, my deepest gratitude to and admiration for Brianna who made this all happen. Brianna had the right idea, this time, more than ever, is the time to reach our and make someone happy! You have all done that for us in a very deep and meaningful way! I hope that you and your loved ones will all stay well and I look forward to the day that we can all be together again IN PERSON. Good luck on your final exams and please, please stay in touch with me. Love forever,, Alice Artzt On Thu, May 14, 2020 at 9:15 AM Brianna Patrizi <briannapatrizi(a)gmail.com<mailto:briannapatrizi@gmail.com>> wrote: Good morning everyone! Attached to this email is a sweet video for the TIME 2000 professors, staff, and members. Thank you for all that you do! I hope you all enjoy it! All the best, Brianna P. [https://ssl.gstatic.com/docs/doclist/images/icon_10_generic_list.png] Final TIME 2000 Video.mp4<https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Izyy0NdQf7UrqUBJIiqfeKTaYzAbgTXW/view?usp=…>[X] -- Alice F. Artzt Professor of Mathematics Education Co-Director of Undergraduate and Graduate Secondary Mathematics Education Director of TIME 2000: A Math Teaching Scholarship Program Department of Secondary Education and Youth Services Powdermaker Hall, Room 150E Queens College of the City University of New York 65-30 Kissena Boulevard Flushing, NY 11367-1597 Office phone: 718.997.5169 Office fax: 718.997.5154

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