Brevard College’s Teacher Education program, in collaboration with the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brevard and the Transylvania County NAACP, is hosting a community screening of the documentary Counted Out on Saturday, March 22 at 3 p.m. The screening will take place at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 24 Varsity Street, Brevard.
Counted Out explores the role of mathematics in everyday life, illustrating how numerical literacy influences education, economic opportunities, politics, and decision-making. The documentary has been featured at several film festivals across the country and aims to spark conversation about the importance of math in modern society.
“Bringing a film like this to Brevard is a great motivator for our community to circle up and talk about things we perhaps don’t think about often—ways we’re used to operating that we take for granted,” said Lauren Agrella-Sevilla, a representative of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brevard. “I’m excited to gather with parents, teachers, students, and community members to discuss the ways math informs how we live and shapes what we value. Director Vicki Abeles is asking some powerful questions to inspire us to think critically and be more informed about crafting the world we want to live in.”
“This film highlights how mathematical thinking impacts many aspects of daily life,” said Dr. Betsy Burrows, Director of Teacher Education at Brevard College. “At Brevard College, we ensure that every student, regardless of their major or background, engages with mathematics as part of their education. A strong foundation in math empowers individuals to think critically, solve problems, and navigate an increasingly data-driven world. Our teacher education program is committed to preparing future educators who will inspire a love of both math and literacy in their students.”
The screening is free and open to the public. For more information, please contact Dr. Betsy Burrows at bburrows@brevard.edu.