Mission Statement
The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics advocates for high-quality mathematics teaching and learning for each and every student.
Approved by the NCTM Board of Directors on July 15, 2017
- Teaching and Learning: NCTM provides guidance and resources for the implementation of research-informed and high-quality teaching that supports the learning of each and every student in equitable environments.
- Access, Equity and Empowerment: NCTM advances a culture of equity where each and every person has access to high-quality teaching empowered by the opportunities mathematics affords.
- Building Member Value: NCTM provides community and resources to engage and listen to members in order to improve the teaching and learning of mathematics.
- Advocacy: NCTM engages in advocacy to focus, raise awareness, and influence decision makers and the public on issues concerning high-quality mathematics teaching and learning.
Approved by the NCTM Board of Directors on July 15, 2017