Our team comes from an array of professional backgrounds including education, law, marketing, policy, and data analysis. We welcome and celebrate diverse perspectives and take pride in a strong team culture. EdReports staff are dedicated to ensuring all students have access to the high-quality instructional materials that can make a difference in their lives.
Our Team
Meet EdReports’ dynamic team of staff, board members, and educator reviewers.
EdReports Staff
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Courtney Allison is the Chief Academic Officer at EdReports. She leads the organization’s efforts to create educator-led, evidence-rich reviews in K–12 mathematics and English Language Arts, and Science. In her role, she also helps shape broader organizational strategy and direction particularly around academic endeavors and new opportunities. Courtney has over 20 years of experience working in education and spent 15 years as part of the New York City Department of Education, where she was a middle school mathematics teacher, school leader, professional developer, and finally served as the Chief of Staff for the Division of Teaching and Learning. Prior to joining EdReports, Courtney was the Deputy Executive Director of Math for America (MƒA). In all her roles, Courtney strives to ensure the work of teachers informs broader policy and decision making. Courtney holds a B.A. in Education from Smith College, an M.S. Ed. in Education from the University of Pennsylvania and a M.S. Ed. in Educational Leadership from Baruch College. She is the co-author of “The Soup Club Cookbook” and enjoys encouraging people to share food as a way to build community. Courtney lives in NYC where she is a proud NYC public school parent and an unapologetic cat-person.
Courtney Allison
Chief Academic Officer
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Marquis Alvaradous is a Lead in Math at EdReports. He is responsible for growing and improving support for the review of mathematics instructional materials for Grades K–12 with a focus on high school. Marquis has more than a decade of experience in the educational arena having served as a Mathematics Teacher, Mathematics Department Chair, Coordinator of Academic Initiatives, Director of Data and Assessments, and Data Consultant. Marquis holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Women’s and Gender Studies from Rutgers University – Newark and a Master of Arts in Mathematics Education from New Jersey City University.
Marquis Alvaradous
Lead, Mathematics
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Melody Arabo is an Adoption & Innovation Lead at EdReports, developing partnerships with states, districts, and non-profits across the country to ensure students have access to high quality instructional materials. Prior to this role, Melody was a Teacher Ambassador Fellow with the U.S. Department of Education and was honored to serve as the 2015 Michigan Teacher of the Year. She is a proud graduate of Michigan State University for both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees and spent fifteen years teaching third grade in the Walled Lake School District in West Bloomfield, MI. In addition to being a wife, mother of three, and children's book author, Melody is a passionate advocate for bullying prevention, special education, teacher leadership, and all things education.
Melody Arabo
Lead, Adoption & Innovation
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Stephanie Barnett is a Systems Conditions Lead at EdReports, developing partnerships with states, districts, and nonprofits across the country to ensure students have access to high-quality instructional materials. Prior to this role, Stephanie served as a high school mathematics teacher as a proud native of eastern Kentucky. She has 15+ years experience working in public schools, 11 of which were spent teaching geometry, algebra, business math, and middle school math. Stephanie holds a Master of Teaching degree in Middle School Mathematics from Morehead State University and a Rank 1 in Special Education from the University of the Cumberlands. In her free time, she loves to play with her dogs, travel, and spend time with her family.
Stephanie Barnett
Lead, Systems Conditions
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Jess Barrow is EdReports' Managing Editor. Jess joined EdReports from Denver Public Schools where she focused on communications strategies and tactics to support a teacher leadership model being implemented across the district. Prior to working with DPS, Jess lived in Chittagong Bangladesh where she directed an English language foundation program at the Asian University for Women. She has been dedicated to the field of education throughout her career and has worked for school districts, government agencies, and non-profits in hopes of serving teachers and students and sharing their amazing stories. Jess earned her M.A. from Columbia University Teachers College and her B.A. from Sarah Lawrence College.
Jess Barrow
Director, Managing Editor
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Amanda Bikowski is a Systems Conditions Specialist at EdReports. She is responsible for developing partnerships with states, districts, and non-profits across the country to ensure students have access to high quality ELA instructional materials. Prior to this role, Amanda was an Elementary Assistant Principal at an independent charter school in Durham, NC, where she earned her National Boards Certification in Middle Grades Literacy. Her passion for literacy began as an elementary teacher and continued throughout her career as an instructional coach and literacy interventionist. She is a proud graduate of the University of South Carolina where she earned her Bachelor’s in English Language Literature and the University of Missouri-St. Louis where she earned her Master’s degree in Elementary Education. Amanda enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, and really good coffee.
Amanda Bikowski
Specialist, Systems Conditions
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Jake Boesch is a Product & Strategy Lead at EdReports, responsible for leading the development of EdReports' service model that drives our partnerships with states, districts, and nonprofits across the country. In this role, he collaborates with members of the External Affairs Office to articulate goals and a theory of action for EdReports' services and ensures all team members are able to access what they need to excel in implementation. Jake brings experience as a classroom teacher, academic coach, and school principal. He has also designed long-term adult development opportunities for those in academic, nonprofit, and corporate settings. After receiving a B.A. from Loyola University Chicago, his love for education and desire to support those impacting students began as a 5th grade teacher in Brooklyn, NY, where he earned an M.S.T. at Pace University.
Jake Boesch
Lead, Product & Strategy
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Jess Box is Managing Director, Business Development & Product, leading the organization’s strategy to grow our service delivery business through partnerships with states, districts, and other nonprofit organizations. Jess also oversees the development of EdReports products and services, ensuring our offerings reflect the dynamic market and meet our clients’ needs. Jess brings experience as a system-level instructional leader and as a leader in nonprofit organizations providing strategic academic support to school districts and state departments of education. Prior to coming to EdReports, she led the strategy to align curriculum, assessment, and educator development at Alliance College-Ready Public Schools. Her passion for education began as a 4th grade teacher in Washington, D.C. She earned her M.P.P. from the University of California at Berkeley, her M.A.T. from American University, and her B.A. from the University of Puget Sound.
Jess Box
Managing Director, Business Development & Product
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Alana Calco is a Managing Director of Talent at EdReports, leading the organization's multi-faceted strategy for Human Resources operations. In this role, she oversees all aspects of employment lifecycles and directly contributes to cultivating a company culture that is rooted in EdReports' core values and Diversity, Belonging, Inclusion, and Equity. Prior to joining EdReports, Alana has more than a decade of experience in education, including teaching, coaching, recruiting, and full-spectrum talent development. She has previously designed and lead Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programming, as well as Leadership Development programming, to an entire network of schools and has played an instrumental role in strengthening employee satisfaction and retention efforts. She is deeply passionate about educational equity and supporting employees to bring their best selves to work to ensure that teachers can be the best they can be for their students. Alana earned at B.A. in English Literature and Creative Writing from North Park University in Chicago and a M.A. in Teaching from National Louis University. In her free time, Alana enjoys cooking, gardening, listening to audiobooks, spending time with her husband, four children, and their small menagerie of pets.
Alana Calco
Managing Director, Talent
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Mitchelle Carrasquilla is a Knowledge & Systems Management Coordinator at EdReports. In this role, she is responsible for supporting the key functions of the Operations Office and working across the organization to assist organizational data collection, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement efforts. Before joining EdReports, Mitchelle served in various roles supporting mentorship and scholarship programs and higher education programs for students and faculty. Most recently she served as a Financial Coach providing one-on-one coaching and necessary resources to families in need. Mitchelle holds a Bachelor of Arts in Ethnic Studies from Brown University. In her free time, she enjoys fostering animals, writing, and creating art.
Mitchelle Carrasquilla
Coordinator, Knowledge & Systems Management
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Jessica Faith Carter is a Managing Director of Systems Conditions at EdReports, supporting the organization’s outreach and field services strategy. In this role, she develops and maintains relationships with states, districts, and partners to ensure the selection and implementation of high-quality instructional materials for all students. Jessica Faith has more than a decade of experience as an educator and has had the honor of serving children and families as a secondary teacher, elementary and high school assistant principal, and state education manager. A lifelong learner, Jessica Faith holds a B.A. in Psychology from Rice University, an M.Ed. in Counseling from Texas Southern University, an M.Ed. in Educational Administration from Prairie View A&M University, an M.Ed. in Learning and Teaching from Harvard University, and a Ph.D. in Special Education from The University of Texas at Austin. When she is not reading, writing, or exploring, Jessica Faith enjoys giving back to her community by volunteering with local service organizations.
Jessica Faith Carter, Ph.D.
Managing Director, Systems Conditions
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Janna Chan is the Chief External Affairs Officer at EdReports. She oversees EdReports’ brand integrity, marketing, technical assistance, public relations, and management of reputational risk. Janna brings more than 15 years of marketing experience with a history of leading successful multi-channel digital strategies designed to increase brand awareness, deepen engagement, and build community for socially progressive organizations. Prior to EdReports, she led digital communications strategies for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Teach for America, and the Center for Reproductive Rights. Janna earned her B.A. in journalism from the University of Washington.
Janna Chan
Chief External Affairs Officer
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Jessica Deas is a Reviewer Experience Lead at EdReports. Jessica began her career as a mathematics teacher in Atlanta, GA. As a teacher, she took on many responsibilities including grant writer, grade-level content chair, and lead teacher. She later worked in NYC as a site director for SAGA Education, a math tutoring program in Brooklyn, NY which helped underprivileged students with Algebra I. Most recently, Jessica served as the Director of Programs for PENCIL Inc, a New York City nonprofit focused on equipping students with college and career readiness skills. She has a B.S. in Mathematics from Fort Valley State University and an M.A. in Education and Social Policy from New York University. Jessica is a dog enthusiast and enjoys exploring the local farmers market with her son.
Jessica Deas
Lead, Reviewer Experience
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Brandie Domangue is a Program Management Specialist in Talent & Culture at EdReports. She is a SHRM-CP certified professional, and volunteers as a Director of College Relations for Northshore SHRM. Brandie is a Louisiana native and currently a resident of Mandeville, LA. Her undergraduate credentials were obtained from Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, LA, and she earned her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction along with her Reading Specialist certification through the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Brandie has experience as an elementary school teacher, middle school ELA teacher, high school English teacher, Department Chairperson, Instructional Coach, Teacher Mentor Facilitator, and served on the LDOE Assessment committee. Brandie joined EdReports by initially serving as a reviewer and then a writer on ELA review teams. Brandie enjoys reading, spending time with her family, listening to music, and spending time at the beach.
Brandie Domangue
Specialist, Program Management (Talent & Culture)
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Katie Dunn is a Program Management Manager at EdReports. Prior to joining the organization, Katie served on the EdReports Math Content Review Team as a writer. As the Coordinator for Elementary/Middle School Special Education Curriculum and Instruction for Jefferson Parish Schools, Katie mentored teachers around the New Orleans metropolitan area, helping them to improve curriculum and instructional practices for students with special needs. She has ten years of experience in teaching Special Education, specializing in Deaf Education, and served the State of Louisiana as a Teacher Leader Advisor. Katie has her B.A. and M.A.T. in Education of the Hearing Impaired from University of New Orleans.
Katie Dunn
Manager, Program Management
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Teresa Eliopoulos is a Systems Conditions Lead at EdReports, supporting the organization’s outreach and field services strategy. In this role, she develops and maintains relationships with states, districts, and partners to ensure the selection and implementation of high-quality instructional materials for all students. Teresa brings extensive experience and expertise supporting states and districts in designing, implementing, and evaluating college and career readiness initiatives. Prior to joining EdReports, Teresa served as a strategic policy consultant working with foundations designing and implementing innovative strategies for challenges facing public education. Teresa earned an M.A. in Public Policy from American University in Washington, D.C., where she focused on education and social policy, and a B.A. in Law and Policy from Dickinson College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Teresa lives in Alexandria, Virginia, where she can often be found enjoying one of D.C.’s many museums, sipping a vanilla latte, or cheering on the New York Giants.
Teresa Eliopoulos
Lead, Systems Conditions
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Shannah Estep most recently served as the Director of the Standards, Assessment and Instruction initiative with the CORE Districts and led a team comprised of 50 senior instructional leaders representing each of those districts. Shannah brings more than 25 years of experience in education, including writing curriculum and assessments for AIMS Education Foundation and teaching at Fresno Pacific University, as well as acting as a professional development specialist, and coach for districts across the country in the area of mathematics education and reform. Shannah began her career as a math and science teacher and through her years in the classroom, has taught multiple grades K–12. She is a proud graduate of California State University, Fresno where she received her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees.
Shannah Estep
Managing Director, Adoption & Innovation
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Tamadj Flowers is a Program Management Coordinator for the Operations Office at EdReports. Tamadj is a passionate and dedicated coordinator with over ten years of work experience in the nonprofit field. Before joining, Tamadj worked with low-income urban communities, at-risk youth and adolescents, and individuals in the criminal justice system. She holds a Master's in Community Counseling and a Master's in Social Work from Liberty University. Tamadj is a dedicated mother and enjoys watching Marvel Comics movies in her spare time.
Tamadj Flowers
Coordinator, Program Management (Operations)
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Alexis Gentry is the Digital Marketing & Advertisting Lead at EdReports. She is responsible for organic and paid social media strategy, content, and channel management. She joined EdReports after working as Social Media Specialist for Denver Public Schools, where she managed the district's Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and website content strategy. Prior to DPS, Alexis founded a Denver-based social media marketing firm where she worked with national and local businesses to develop innovative, content-based social media marketing strategies. Alexis earned a B.A. from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where she studied film theory.
Alexis Gentry
Lead, Digital Marketing & Advertisting
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Victoria Gil is a Program Management Manager at EdReports. Victoria is responsible for managing critical Academic and cross-organization operations and facilitating communication and collaboration to ensure connections are being made across the organization where they matter most. Prior to EdReports, Victoria worked at the New York City Department of Education in a variety of roles including project management, operations, and client services, and served most recently as Chief of Staff for the Office of Teacher Development. She earned her M.S. in Urban Policy Analysis & Management from The New School and her B.A. from Northeastern University. She is a proud native of Queens, NY which is the capital of linguistic diversity, not just for the five boroughs, but for the human species.
Victoria Gil
Manager, Program Management
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Marisa Graybill is an Adoption & Innovation Lead at EdReports, developing partnerships with states, districts, and nonprofits across the country to ensure students have access to high-quality instructional materials. Prior to this role, Marisa was a high school and middle school math teacher in districts across the country and served as the Mathematics Instructional Coordinator for the Montana Office of Public Instruction. Marisa also served as a high school instructional coach in Helena, MT. Marisa is passionate about equitable access to high-quality mathematics instruction that allows all students to experience the joy and beauty of math. She currently is a member of the Montana Math Standards Development Team. She holds an undergraduate degree in mathematics and statistics from Barnard College and a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from Boston University. Marisa lives in the beautiful state of Montana and loves spending time with her family and doing yoga.
Marisa Graybill
Lead, Adoption & Innovation
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Before joining the organization, Tom served EdReports as a freelance communications writer and storytelling consultant for the Klawe Fellows. He has a decade’s experience in learning design, including as an ELA Content Creator and Humanities Content Manager at Khan Academy and designing virtual reality simulations for Career and Technical Education at TransfrVR. Originally from England, Tom has taught English as a Second Language in the UK and China, led school theater workshops across Europe, and worked as as an actor and writer in theater and radio. He has an M.A. in Creative Writing from the University of East Anglia and a B.A. in English Language and Literature from the University of Oxford.
Tom Green
Specialist, Content
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Jamilah Hicks is Managing Director of Literacy at EdReports. She is responsible for growing and improving support for the review of ELA instructional materials for Grades K–12. Jamilah, a certified K–12 administrator, reading specialist, and PK-5 teacher, is a Louisiana native born in Baton Rouge and a resident of Lafayette. Her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education was obtained from Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, LA and her Master of Education and Masters +30 were obtained from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Lafayette, LA. Jamilah has experience as a kindergarten teacher, an elementary school assistant principal, and an elementary school principal. Prior to joining EdReports, she served as the Lafayette Parish School System K–5 ELA/Library Science Academic Content Specialist. Jamilah enjoys reading, spending time with her husband and two children, and volunteering at church.
Jamilah Hicks
Managing Director, Literacy
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Eric Hirsch is the Founding Executive Director of EdReports. Prior to coming to EdReports.org, Eric was the Chief External Affairs Officer at the New Teacher Center, the Executive Director of the Center for Teaching Quality and the Education Program Manager at the National Conference of State Legislatures. He has supported policymakers in 35 states, written and published more than 150 articles, book chapters, reports and policy briefs, and presented at conferences across the country on topics ranging from school governance to teaching quality. He has worked with education leaders in 20 states and 25 large districts over the past decade to gather more than 1.5 million surveys from school-based educators about the teaching and learning conditions in their schools, providing more than 30,000 school reports that help educators and policymakers to create school environments to accelerate teacher effectiveness. Eric received his teacher certification in Massachusetts and his M.A. in political science from the University of Colorado.
Eric Hirsch
Executive Director
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Swainson Holness is a Frontend Developer at EdReports with a passion for UX and design. He specializes in creating modular, reusable components to enhance the user experience and site performance of websites with modern technological paradigms. He is currently working on his B.A. in computer science whilst having achieved his A.S. in Computer Science from Salt Lake Community College. He is an avid musician having successfully performed with his band for a number of years and enjoys art in his downtime.
Swainson Holness
Specialist, Frontend Developer
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Gregory Hudson is a Specialist for Talent Acquisition at EdReports, leading the execution of EdReports' multi-faceted strategy for Human Resources Operations through the support, maintenance, innovation, and execution of various human resources activities that span the Employee Life Cycle. He brings his knowledge, skills, and experience from a previous role as Business Operations Team Lead in Special Education in the largest school district in Texas where he spearheaded implementation, monitoring, and improvement of streamlined business processes and practices such as department-wide hiring, onboarding, and training. Greg earned a B.S. in Business Administration with Legal Studies Emphasis from Adams State University. He is an Army Veteran who served and deployed during Operation Enduring Freedom. He enjoys cooking, baking, spending time with his family, leading music and media at church, and mentoring at-risk youth and young adults.
Gregory Hudson
Specialist, Talent Acquisition
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Erin Krapf is a Development Specialist at EdReports responsible for working with all internal and external stakeholders to enhance the organization’s fundraising capacity, streamline systems, and support funder relationships. Erin has a B.A. in history from the University of Arizona. She is passionate about putting strategy into practice and has dedicated a full work-life managing operations for high-performing teams including Education Leaders of Color where Erin operationalized major grant initiatives, serving a significant role in awarding over a million dollars in 2020 to leaders of color, and TNTP where she has contributed broadly across the organization providing business development and fundraising project management, leadership support, and program operations for the Arizona Teaching Fellows. Prior to TNTP, Erin served as program director for a Phoenix-based youth development organization, program supervisor and family support specialist for an Arizona-wide behavioral health organization, and a community development Peace Corps volunteer in the country of Georgia—former Soviet republic. Erin loves a good camping adventure and spent the majority of 2021 traveling full-time throughout the United States living, working, and road-schooling in a thirty-foot RV with her husband, two kids, dog, and cat. Now, settled back home in Arizona, Erin enjoys hiking and taking in the beauty of the Sonoran Desert.
Erin Krapf
Specialist, Development
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Mark LaVenia is the Data Strategist at EdReports and a Strategic Data Project Fellow alumnus through the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University. Prior to joining EdReports, Mark was a methodologist at the Learning Systems Institute at Florida State University, where his responsibilities consisted of executing experimental research designs, instrument development, statistical analysis, and report writing. His interests in education research and data analysis stem from his early-career experience as an elementary school teacher, serving as a special education teacher and site-based literacy coach, and graduate training as an Institute of Education Sciences Predoctoral Interdisciplinary Research Training Fellow through Florida State University’s Florida Center for Reading Research. Mark earned a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy from Florida State University.
Mark LaVenia
Lead, Data Strategist
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Erin Longcor is the Finance Director for EdReports. Erin came to EdReports from Teach For America • Chicago-Northwest Indiana, where she worked in Operations supporting more than 100 regional, national, and partner staff. Aside from working on day-to-day operations, Erin worked on an 18-month project to downsize and reconfigure the Chicago office space, and provided support for over 75 events held in the office. Prior to that role, Erin worked at Mack & Associates, a boutique staffing firm, where she managed Temporary Staff Payroll, Accounts Payable/Receivable, and Office Operations. Before moving to the Chicago area, Erin began her professional career at Land of Lincoln Credit Union where she managed Member Relationships by educating and assisting members with their personal finances.
Erin Longcor
Director, Finance
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John-Carlos Marino is a Science Lead at EdReports. He is responsible for growing and improving support for the science activities at EdReports, including the review of science instructional materials. John-Carlos began his career in education in Philadelphia where he taught in a Center City K–6 school. He then earned a Ph.D. in educational studies from the University of Michigan where he taught in the teacher education program and studied elementary students' argumentation and use of evidence in science and history. John-Carlos also brings district-level experience from his time at Detroit Public Schools Community District where he supported strategic planning for the Office of Curriculum & Instruction.
John-Carlos Marino
Lead, Science
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Jesse Marmolejo is a Program Management Specialist in the Operations Office at EdReports. Prior to joining EdReports, Jesse had the opportunity to work at Teaching Excellence, one of Houston’s leading teacher preparation programs, where he focused on compliance, operations, partnerships, and DEI initiatives. He takes pride in dedicating himself to doing work where his passion for building better relationships, and purpose for project management and revitalizing systems and processes, intersect. He believes that being our authentic selves is what continues to push us forward and into greatness. As a native Houstonian, he takes full advantage of the vibrant food and arts scene.
Jesse Marmolejo
Specialist, Program Management (Business Operations)
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Paige Myers-Ackerman
Specialist, Program Management (Marketing & Business Development)
Paige Myers-Ackerman is a Program Management Specialist in Marketing & Business Development at EdReports. Prior to joining EdReports, Paige served in various roles in higher education with focuses on teaching and academic advising. She supported student success through one-on-one advising as well as by managing programs and developing curriculum that enriched the student experience. Paige holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from DeSales University and a Master of Arts in English from West Chester University. She considers herself a lifelong learner, and in her free time she enjoys partaking in opportunities that allow her to discover new experiences and knowledge.
Paige Myers-Ackerman
Specialist, Program Management (Marketing & Business Development)
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Margaret Overbagh-Feld is a Lead in Multilingual Learners (MLL) at EdReports. Margaret has worked in education for more than fifteen years, primarily teaching English as a Second Language and English Language Arts in New York City Public Schools, and consulting and coaching in both NYC and Pittsburgh, PA. Most recently, she was the 6–12 ESL Instructional Specialist for Pittsburgh Public Schools, leading principals, and teachers in implementing instructional best practices for English Learners. Margaret's career in education started somewhat unexpectedly when, as a Peace Corps Volunteer in a village in Ukraine, she fell in love with teaching English and knew that's what she wanted to do with the rest of her life. Margaret has a B.A. in Public Policy and English Literature from The College of William and Mary in Virginia and a Masters in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from NYU. She is a native of the D.C. suburbs, a mother to two small children whose language acquisition never ceases to amaze her, and a voracious reader.
Margaret Overbagh-Feld
Lead, Multilingual Learners
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Kyndall Parker is the Chief Operating Officer at EdReports. She is responsible for the execution and impact of financial, operational, talent, and cultural efforts. By setting the operational vision she collaboratively manages strategic planning, cross-functional change management and project management, financial operations, and organizational operations. Her team is also responsible for meeting talent and culture goals with a lens of upholding EdReports’ DBIE values. Kyndall brings extensive experience overseeing strategic operations across sectors and industries. She sharpened her operator and consultant toolkit in the education industry, having served as both a regional school administrator and consultant to innovative school districts and education-reform organizations. She brings additional experience from directing a global asset management team to meet its multi-billion P&L goals and building the financial, operational, and talent foundation for tech startups. She holds an A.B. from Princeton University and an MBA from Columbia University.
Kyndall Parker
Chief Operating Officer
Tenzin Rabjam
Specialist, Backend Developer
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Rachael Ross is the Managing Director of Research & Learning at EdReports. In this role, Rachael is responsible for shepherding the organization’s learning priorities, incubating new areas of work, and enhancing EdReports’ external research and publications. Rachael brings over a decade of experience in public education having served as a state leader in Tennessee, district-level leader in charter schools in Memphis, university professor at the University of Memphis, graduate research assistant at Clemson University, and classroom teacher in Georgia and Louisiana. She is excited to lean on these experiences to build on the organization’s expertise about the instructional materials market. Rachael holds three degrees in education including a Ph.D. in Literacy, Language, and Culture from Clemson University, a M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction from Louisiana State University, and a B.S. in Early Childhood Education. When she isn’t digging into educational research, she enjoys reading suspense novels, trying new restaurants, and playing with her daughter, Rosie.
Rachael Ross, Ph.D.
Managing Director, Research & Learning
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Corinne Rydman is a multi-certified Salesforce professional and supports the EdReports team with information solutions. Her typical day could include maintaining current data tools, identifying ways to simplify or enrich the team’s user experience, or staying current with the latest data technology trends. Before discovering database administration, Corinne worked in K–6 public schools in Utah and California and performing arts organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area. She received a B.A. in Elementary Education from Westminster University and a M.M. in Vocal Performance from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Corinne still sings when the story and the music feel just right.
Corinne Rydman
Specialist, Data Systems
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Judy is a Lead, Secondary ELA at EdReports. She is responsible for growing and improving support for the ELA activities at EdReports while serving as an integral member of the content review teams, specifically for grades 6–12. Prior to joining EdReports, Judy worked at Achievement First for eight years where she initially taught middle school ELA for four years and then served as a member of her school's leadership team primarily responsible for the ELA department in the Academic Dean, ELA role for four years. Judy earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Wesleyan University and a Master of Arts degree in Teaching from the Relay Graduate School of Education. She enjoys reading, binge watching television, working out, and spending time with her loved ones.
Judy Salas
Lead, Secondary ELA
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Sam Shaw is Vice President of Content at EdReports. Sam came to EdReports from the South Dakota Department of Education, where he oversaw science education in addition to social studies, fine arts, advanced placement, the South Dakota Virtual School, among other programs, and was also a participant in the SD Governor’s Leadership Program. Sam worked statewide with teachers and school leadership to advance education related to college and career readiness (CCR), specifically with regard to CCR standards implementation. Prior to his role at the Department of Education, Sam was a middle school science teacher. He has also held positions of board director and financial officer with the Council of State Science Supervisors (CSSS) where he was also a collaborator on the Science Professional Learning Standards. Sam earned his B.S. in Biology from South Dakota State University and his Executive Master in Public Administration from the University of South Dakota.
Sam Shaw
Vice President, Content
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Jamie Siers is a Director of Knowledge & Systems Management at EdReports. Jamie came to EdReports from Grantmakers for Education (GFE), where she worked for nearly 300 education philanthropies to keep them engaged and united in the common goal of strengthening education for all learners. Jamie has also worked as a consultant, advising school districts on strategy and communications best practices to help advance their missions and engage parents and other stakeholders in their community of learning. Having been raised in a family of educators, she is eager to contribute to that tradition, which is why, after years of experience working in the public and private sector in internal communications, program management, and logistics, she is never happier than when she's working to improve K–12 education. Jamie earned her M.A. in international development from the University of Denver and her B.A. in political science from the University of Iowa.
Jamie Siers
Director, Knowledge & Systems Management
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Lynn Smith is a Mathematics Lead at EdReports. She is responsible for supporting K–8 mathematics reviews including research and procurement, recruiting/training educators, and tracking report progress from start to publication. Additionally, Lynn facilitates and assists others with partnerships work including various districts and state departments across the country. Lynn has 25+ years experience working in public schools, 16 of which were spent teaching mathematics to special needs students. She served as the Elementary Mathematics Curriculum Specialist/Instructional Lead for Jefferson County Publics Schools in Louisville, Kentucky. In her role with JCPS, Lynn developed curriculum documents, district assessments, and facilitated professional learning activities/cohorts for district teachers and administrators. She also has served with the Kentucky Department of Education as an Educational Recovery Specialist in Mathematics. Lynn holds a Master of Science degree in Education from the University of Indiana and has completed coursework for her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Louisville. In her free time, she loves to build Legos, golf, and spend time with family.
Lynn Smith
Lead, Mathematics
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Phasha Spencer is a Business Development Lead at EdReports. She is responsible for leading and supporting the expansion of our state and district partners, education organizations, and special projects. In this role, her work will ensure growth strategy, business development as well as codification of services for the External Affairs Office. Phasha brings a breadth of experience from a variety of roles in the non-profit arena, Higher Education landscape, and Educational Consulting industry. She is a Cleveland, Ohio native and currently resides in Chicago, Illinois, her favorite U.S. city. Phasha holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications from Norfolk State University, a Historically Black University in Norfolk, Virginia, and a Master of Science in Journalism from Roosevelt University in Chicago. She is also an emerging Voiceover Actress with broadcast experience as a narrator and commercial talent. She is a big fan of all things Brené Brown, the Enneagram, and travel.
Phasha Spencer
Lead, Business Development
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Jason Stanley is a STEM Program Management Specialist at EdReports. He is responsible for supporting math and science reviews by procuring appropriate materials, managing text resources, and partnering with reviewers throughout the report development process. Jason brings a wealth of knowledge in STEM instruction to EdReports from his experiences both as an elementary and intermediate science teacher, and from his role as the STEAM curriculum and instructional specialist for the largest K–8 district in Arizona. He values the strength of collaboration as evidenced by his time serving on state-level committees to develop and review the newly adopted Arizona science standards. Jason received his bachelors in elementary education from Arizona State University, and his master’s in educational administration from Grand Canyon University. He loves to spend time outdoors with his family grilling, camping, and hiking.
Jason Stanley
Specialist, Program Management (STEM)
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Jianna Taylor is a K–8 ELA Lead at EdReports. She is responsible for growing and improving the support for the ELA work at EdReports, including the content review teams. Jianna is a Michigan native and was previously a middle school ELA and Spanish teacher. Most recently, she was the ELA, MTSS, & School Improvement Consultant for the West Bloomfield School District, where she worked to help teachers be the best they could be for their students. Jianna earned her undergraduate degree in teaching from Oakland University and her master's degree from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. She also has a post-master's certificate in literacy coaching from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. In her spare time, she likes to read, exercise, and watch her daughter ride horses.
Jianna Taylor
Lead, K–8 ELA
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Tim is Managing Director of STEM at EdReports. Prior to joining the organization full time, Tim was a member of the Anchor Educator Working Group that developed the review tool for K–8 mathematics and was a member of the Content Review Team that created the inaugural set of reviews for EdReports.org. Most recently, Tim was the Mathematics Curriculum Specialist for grades 6 through 12 with Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, KY, and in that role, Tim developed curriculum documents, district-level assessments, and professional learning opportunities for teachers and administrators that aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics. Prior to working as a mathematics curriculum specialist, Tim was a classroom teacher for 10 years with courses ranging from Geometry to Advanced Placement Statistics, and he taught in public and private schools in the states of Georgia and Kentucky. Tim received his B.A. from the University of the South in Sewanee, TN majoring in mathematics and Latin, and he earned his M.Ed. from Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah, GA majoring in secondary mathematics education. Currently, Tim is working on a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction from the University of Louisville in Louisville, KY, and his research will focus on how teachers’ mindset impacts students’ mathematics achievement in grades 9 through 12.
Tim Truitt
Managing Director, STEM
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Shannon Wachowski is a Lead in Science at EdReports. She is responsible for growing and improving support for the science activities at EdReports, including the review of science instructional materials. Originally a chemical engineer, Shannon left industry to pursue a career of lifelong learning and helping others learn. Prior to joining EdReports, Shannon served as the Science and CTE Consultant for the Wyoming Department of Education. In that role she supported K–12 science teachers in implementing NGSS-based standards as well as contributed to the review of interactive items for the state summative science test. In her time as an educator, Shannon has taught a variety of science and math classes in rural high school settings as well as facilitated professional development for teachers, from pre-service to veteran. Shannon has a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Michigan Technological University and an M.A. in Teaching from Oakland University.
Shannon Wachowski
Lead, Science
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Dr. Shontoria Walker is an Adoption & Innovation Lead at EdReports, developing partnerships with states, districts, and nonprofits across the country to ensure students have access to high-quality instructional materials. Prior to this role, Dr. Walker served as a Campus Instructional Specialist, District Instructional Coach, and 8th grade English teacher as a proud native of Houston, Texas. She has also served on the Texas Teacher Advisory Board and as a Senior Policy Fellow with Teach Plus Texas, advocating for educational policy laws that directly impact the classroom and beyond. Her writing has been featured in national publications highlighting her passion and commitment to an equitable education for all. As a lifelong learner, Dr. Walker holds a B.S. in Human Development and Family Sciences from The University of Texas at Austin, a M.A.T. in English Language Arts from Relay Graduate School of Education, and an Ed.D. in Professional Leadership with an emphasis in Literacy from the University of Houston. She enjoys spending quality time with her family when she is not reading or writing as her favorite pastime.
Dr. Shontoria Walker
Lead, Adoption & Innovation
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Erin Waltz is a Human Resources Lead at EdReports. In partnership with the Operations Office, she leads the execution of a multifaceted strategy for Human Resources operations and the management of HR systems and training. She has over a decade of experience in HR, beginning her career as a recruiter for Teach For America and an HR Manager for a school network in her home state, Ohio. Prior to joining EdReports, Erin worked as a consultant on HRIS technology and supported clients around the country to improve the strategy and effectiveness of their systems. In her free time, she loves to do escape rooms, try new restaurants, and spend time with her family.
Erin Waltz
Lead, Human Resources
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Kate Zdrojewski is the Managing Director of Development at EdReports. In this role, she oversees EdReports’ development efforts, including enhancing fundraising capacity, stewarding funder relationships, and building a development strategy that expands Edreports’ impact across the country. Kate brings 15 years of experience in K–12 education, including running a teacher pipeline program for high needs schools in Denver Public Schools and leading the improvement of standards-aligned instruction and materials at the Louisiana Department of Education. Before joining Edreports, Kate spent eight years leading development and fundraising efforts at TNTP, where she managed the expansion of the organization’s fundraising portfolio during periods of significant growth. Kate’s work focused on diversifying revenue sources, which resulted in significant new funding at the national, regional, and local levels, including from private philanthropy, corporate foundations, and individual gifts. Kate earned her B.S. in Marketing from Santa Clara University and her M.A. in Communications from the University of Denver. A lifelong learner who’s passionate about both education and health, Kate is also a holistic nutritionist and loves to mountain bike, grow her own vegetables, and plan adventures throughout the Rocky Mountains where she lives.
Kate Zdrojewski
Managing Director, Development
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Dan Zimney is the Web Development Director at EdReports. He is primarily responsible for managing and maintaining the EdReports website and related resources. Dan came to EdReports from a career in the advertising industry and has worked with a wide variety of clients. He excels as an architect of complex systems and interfaces that deliver seamless and productive user experiences. Dan is a Minnesota native with a B.A. in Computer Science from Saint John’s University.
Dan Zimney
Director, Web Development
Board Members
EdReports Board Members come from an array of professional backgrounds including K-12 and higher education, finance, law, non-profit management, and marketing and communications. Our board is committed to the EdReports mission of ensuring districts are empowered with the information they need to make the best decisions for their students.
Darren Burris
Math Teacher, YSC Academy
Darren Burris is currently a math teacher at YSC Academy in Wayne, PA. In this innovative environment education happens in person and online and prioritizes connecting students and their passions with content. Prior to his return to the classroom, he was the Director of Instruction for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) at Boston Collegiate Charter School in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston. Darren was also a high school mathematics teacher at Boston Collegiate as well as at Abraham Lincoln High School in the School District of Philadelphia.
Kisha Davis-Caldwell
Senior Policy & Program Specialist & Analyst for the Leadership Development Team, National Education Association
Kisha Davis-Caldwell is a Senior Policy and Program Specialist and Analyst for the Leadership Development Team at National Education Association. As a member of the Leadership Development Team her focus is helping members build the knowledge skills and abilities need to build and sustain a thriving profession. A National Board Certified Teacher in early adolescent mathematics, Kisha has more than 20 years of teaching experience which also including curriculum development, instructional coaching and professional development facilitation. The recipient of the Freeman Foundation and Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund awards, Davis-Caldwell has a broad and global perspective on education; shaped by experiences studying abroad in Beijing, teaching in Japan, and exploring schools in Australia, China, England, Italy, New Zealand, UAE and Qatar. From 2010-2012, Kisha served as an Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow for the National Science Foundation and the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. Kisha has served as a member of NEA’s College and Career Ready Working Group, Board of Directors for edReports, textbook adoption committees and in a variety of advisory role. She has also support NCAE’s Instructional Leadership Institute each summer since its inception.
Dr. LaTonya Goffney
Superintendent of Schools for the Aldine Independent School District
Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney serves as the Superintendent of Schools for the Aldine Independent School District. She began her career as a language arts teacher in Coldspring-Oakhurst CISD, later serving as assistant principal and principal before leading COCISD as superintendent. In 2013, district leaders selected her as Superintendent of Lufkin ISD. Dr. Goffney was named Superintendent of the Year by the Texas Association of School Boards in 2017. In Spring 2021, the Suburban Houston Association of Bilingual Educators (SHABE) Dr. Goffney was the recipient of the Diana García Marion Award for advocating for and demonstrating continued support for Bilingual and ESL education. Dr. Goffney is active in many organizations including: the Texas School Alliance, the University Interscholastic League Legislative Committee, the Texas Association of Black School Educators, the Texas Council of Women School Executives, TASA Future-Ready Superintendents, and Chiefs for Change. She was recently named President-Elect of the National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE) and is the newly-elected chair of the Texas Urban Council of Superintendents (TUCS). A native of Coldspring, Texas, Dr. Goffney is a graduate of Sam Houston State University. She earned her bachelor’s degree in history, a master’s in educational administration, and a doctorate in educational leadership.
Michael Hyde
BOARD TREASURER | FORMER MANAGING DIRECTOR ACCENTURE FINANCE
Michael Hyde offers the EdReports board a wealth of financial services experience. He was a managing director in Accenture’s Finance and Risk Practice and has led Finance Consulting Engagements and complex Business Process Services programs for clients in finance, treasury, and procurement areas across multiple industry groups for over 30 years. His technical expertise includes finance and accounting operations improvement, finance technology modernization, process simplification and automation. He has supported financial systems and processes in a wide range of industries including U.S. Life Insurance and high tech equipment companies that span the globe. Michael has a Bachelor of Science in Finance and a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Connecticut.
Dr. Maria Klawe
Board Chair | President, Harvey Mudd College
Maria is Harvey Mudd College's fifth president, starting her tenure in 2006. Maria is a renowned mathematician, computer scientist and scholar and first woman to lead Harvey Mudd since its founding in 1955. Prior to joining Harvey Mudd, Maria served as dean of engineering and professor of computer science at Princeton University. Prior to Princeton, Maria was at the University of British Columbia where she served as dean of science from 1998 to 2002, vice president of student and academic services from 1995 to 1998 and head of the Department of Computer Science from 1988 to 1995. Prior to that Maria spent eight years with IBM Research and two years at the University of Toronto. Maria is one of the ten members of the board of Microsoft Corporation, a board member of Broadcom Corporation and Math for America, a fellow of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, a trustee for the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute in Berkeley and a member of both the Stanford Engineering Advisory Council and the Advisory Council for the Computer Science Teachers Association. Maria was recently named number 17 on Fortune's World's 50 Greatest Leaders.
Kathleen McGee
Counsel, Lowenstein Sandler
Kathleen is a highly accomplished technology and regulatory lawyer and former prosecutor with more than 17 years’ experience in the public sector. Her practice has a dual focus on compliance and investigations. As Bureau Chief of the Bureau of Internet & Technology for the New York State Attorney General’s Office, Kathleen was at the forefront of regulation, enforcement initiatives, and public policy involving privacy, data security, and consumer protection, among other issues. Earlier in her career, she served as Director of the Office of Special Enforcement in the New York City Mayor’s Office, where, as lead counsel, she directed litigation on a number of intellectual property and civil nuisance matters and was a policy leader on issues ranging from data analytics to human trafficking. While with the Mayor’s Office, Kathleen also developed the New Business Acceleration Team to streamline regulations and fast-track new business development. Kathleen is admitted to appear before the U.S. District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York.
Dana Nerenberg
Director of Learning Acceleration, Portland Public Schools
Dana Nerenberg is the Director of Learning Acceleration for Portland Public Schools. She served as principal of Sitton Elementary School, a bilingual, Title I school in Portland, Oregon, since 2014. During the 2016-2017 school year, Dana was a Principal Ambassador Fellow at the US Department of Education, serving as an advisor to the federal department. Prior to leading Sitton, Dana served as principal of Hyde-Addison Elementary School in Washington, DC, for eight years. Dana served on the Board of Trustees for AppleTree Institute for Education Innovation from 2012 to 2018. An alumna of Teach for America and New Leaders for New Schools, Dana is committed to supporting and serving all learners and providing rigorous, responsive learning opportunities for all students. Dana holds a BA in History and Public Policy Studies from Duke University, an MA in School Administration from Johns Hopkins University, an Executive Masters of Leadership from the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University, and an Advanced Graduate Certificate in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Maryland.
K. Sue Redman
President of Redman Advisors LLC and Executive Professor in the Mays Business School Accounting Department at Texas A&M University
K. Sue Redman's career has included operational and executive experience in the corporate, consulting, government, not-for-profit and education sectors. From 2004 until 2008, Ms. Redman was the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Texas A&M University, the nation’s seventh largest university and the oldest public institution of higher learning established in Texas. As CFO, Ms. Redman oversaw university-wide financial and business operating activities, including finance, human resources, accounting and reporting, information technology, strategic sourcing and procurement, dining services, parking, transportation and logistics. From 1999 –2004, Ms. Redman was the Vice President of Finance and Corporate Controller of AdvancePCS, a pharmacy benefit manager with annual revenues of $14 billion and traded on NASDAQ. Before joining AdvancePCS, Ms. Redman was a partner at the accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers where, as a partner, she provided accounting and consulting services to both public and private companies in a variety of industries, including energy, engineering and construction, and private equity. She also has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions and has assisted various companies in numerous financial and strategic transactions.
Liz Simon
Chief Operating Officer, Industrious
Liz Simon is Chief Operating Officer for Industrious, a global best-in-class workplace company. Liz joined Industrious in 2021, after eight years as Co-Chief Operating Officer at General Assembly. In her role at General Assembly, Liz worked directly with policymakers to help develop policies and education models that put students first and addresses the dynamic requirements of employers. Liz joined GA from the Obama Administration, where she served as Counselor to the Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. In that role, Liz worked on policy issues at the nexus of immigration and entrepreneurship and helped launch the predecessor to the Presidential Innovation Fellows program. Liz also worked in several capacities on Barack Obama’s primary and general election campaigns in 2007-2008. Prior to that, Liz was an attorney at Hogan Lovells, a Washington D.C.-based law firm. Liz holds a bachelor’s degree in Government from Cornell University and earned a J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School.
Lauren Stuart
National Board Certified English Language Arts teacher, El Rodeo School, Beverly Hills Unified School District
Lauren is a National Board Certified English Language Arts teacher at El Rodeo School in the Beverly Hills Unified School District. As a Hope Street Group National Teacher Fellow, she has worked on the issue of teacher preparation. As a Teach Plus California fellow, she worked on legislation to lengthen the amount of time given for teachers to earn tenure. In addition, Lauren is a Teachers for Global Classrooms Fellow, studying global education and will be spending time abroad Spring 2018 in a cultural exchange. She is also a member of the Gates Foundation Teacher Advisory Council and the Better Together Teacher Advisory Board. She began teaching in 2006 with the Los Angeles Unified School District. Lauren has a BA in Communication Studies from the University of Michigan and a Master’s in Education from Pepperdine University.
Peter Tang
Board Secretary | Senior Director of Research, Tennessee SCORE
Peter leads SCORE’s strategic research efforts, identifying and studying new and emerging trends that could advance student success in Tennessee and applying the findings across the K-12 to career continuum. Previously, Peter led the Tennessee Educator Fellowship where he oversaw the growth of the fellowship to equip more educators across Tennessee to advocate for student-centered policies and practices. Before joining SCORE in 2015, he taught middle school mathematics and high school English in Memphis and served as a master teacher in Shelby County Schools. Originally from Brooklyn, N.Y., Peter earned his bachelor’s degree from Amherst College, a master’s degree in public policy from Vanderbilt University, and a certificate in education finance from Georgetown University.
Dr. Carey Wright
Board Vice Chair | Former Mississippi State Superintendent of Education
Dr. Carey M. Wright is the former Mississippi State Superintendent of Education. One of the longest-serving state education chiefs of the 21st century, she retired in June 2022. Under Dr. Wright’s leadership, the state initiated successful education reforms that made Mississippi a national leader for improving student achievement. A passionate advocate for early childhood education, Dr. Wright implemented Mississippi’s first publicly funded Early Learning Collaborative program, the Mississippi Connects program, the Mississippi Teacher Residency program, and the Performance-Based Licensure program. Prior to her leadership in Mississippi, Dr. Wright was Chief Academic Officer for District of Columbia Public Schools as well as Deputy Chief for the Office of Teaching and Learning. She also served as Associate Superintendent for the Office of Special Education and Student Services for Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland and was a teacher, principal, and Director of Special Education and Student Services in Howard County Public Schools. Dr. Wright began her career as a teacher in Prince George’s County Public Schools.
Content Reviewers
EdReports’ content reviewers consist of outstanding classroom educators, district coaches, and state content leaders who deeply understand college-and career-ready standards and the importance of high-quality instructional materials.
We have a network of more than 300 reviewers hailing from 46 states. Reviewers have a wide range of professional backgrounds and experience representing diverse school districts from large and urban to small and rural and everything in between.
Jenni Aberli
Jenni Aberli joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a High School ELA Content Specialist in the Jefferson County Public School District and lives in Louisville, Kentucky. Her experience includes:
- 23 years of teaching experience
- 22 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA - English, MAT, Ed.S
- English, National Board Certification, Reading Writing Specialist Certification
- Reading/Writing Specialist, National Board Certification - High School English
- International Literacy Association; NCTE; SAP Core Advocate; NBPTS;National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE),National Writing Project (NWP)
Jennifer Abler
Jennifer Abler joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2014. She is currently a teacher in Livonia Public Schools and lives in Novi, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 18 years of teaching experience
- 18 years experience teaching math
- 6 years as a District Mathematics Coordinator in Livonia Public Schools
- Bachelor of Science; Master of Education in Training and Development
- MI 7-12 Mathematics and Chemistry
- Board Member of Detroit Area Council of Teachers of Mathematics; EQuIP Peer Review Panel; NCTM; Pi Delta Kappa; Galileo Leadership Academy, Leader (1999) and Alumni Representative (current)
Lisa Adkins
Lisa Adkins joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a teacher in Montgomery County Public Schools and lives in Potomac, Maryland. Her experience includes:
- 19 years of teaching experience
- 19 years experience teaching math
- 5 years as a Master Teacher Trainer of Elementary Mathematics at the Maryland State Department of Education; 2 years as a Math Trainer; 2 years as a Trainer for Standards Based Teaching and Learnings; 12 years as a team leader; 11 years as a Grade Level R
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Master of Teaching in Elementary Education
- MD Elementary Grades 1-8; Administrator I and II; National Board Certification in Early Childhood
- Building Rep-Montgomery County Education Association; Third Grade Rep, Elementary Council on Teaching and Learning-Montgomery County Public Schools, MSEA, NEA
Christopher Affie
Christopher Affie joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. He is currently a Math Department Chair in The Gilbert School and lives in Winsted, Connecticut. His experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- Master's Degree
- Certified in Math 7-12, Admin K-12
- America Achieves, NCTM, NEA, SAP Core Advocate
Jen Amos
Jen Amos joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a Math Teacher in Douglas County Public Schools and lives in Castle Rock, Colorado. Her experience includes:
- 27 years of teaching experience
- 22 years of experience teaching math
- 6 years as Math Department Chair; 14 years as a Math Curriculum Council Member; 6 years as a Mentor Teacher; 4 years as a Staff Development Instructor; 1 year as a Title 1 Math Coach; 13 years Expelled Student Program Math Teacher; 2 years Guaranteed & Vi
- Specialist in Education, 1995; Masters of Education, 1993; Bachelor of Science in Management, 1988; Industrial/Organizational Psychology, 1988
- Colorado Professional: Middle School; National Board Certification: Early Adolescent Mathematics; Special Education Generalist: Moderate Needs
- NBCT, NCTM, CCTM; State Finalist: 2015 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics & Science Teaching; NCTM Conference Presenter;
- Digital Educator Grant Recipient from Apple; "Math-u-mentaries" Grant Recipient; DCSD Apple Award Nominee; Highly Effective/Outstanding Teacher Designation
Jim Austin
Jim Austin joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. He is currently an Adjunct Instructor in Jefferson Community and Technical College and lives in Louisville, Kentucky. His experience includes:
- 38 years of teaching experience
- 33 years of experience teaching math
- Kentucky Department of Education Mathematics Consultant
- M.A., M.R.E.
- LIfetime teaching certificate in Mathematics, History, Political Science
- GLCTM, Award for Excellence in Teaching; KCTM, MESA Award, NCTM, Affiliate Services Committee, 2004-2007; ASC ; NEA; NCSM
Karla Ayers
Karla Ayers joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently a Middle School Science Teacher in Fall River Public Schools and lives in Fall River, Massachusetts. Her experience includes:
- 11 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Certified in Earth Science 5-8, Earth Science 8-12
Carrie Barbosa
Carrie Barbosa joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently a Department Head/Teacher in South Portland High School and lives in South Portland, Maine. Her experience includes:
- 17 years of teaching experience
- 17 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA Honors English/Literature; MEd English Education; CAS Writing and the Teaching of Writing
- Maine and New Hampshire Professional Educator Secondary English; Teacher-Consultant for the Maine Writing Project
- Vice President/NCTE Liaison - Maine Council for English Language Arts; Maine Writing Project; Conference on English Leadership; Association of Computer Technology Educators of Maine
Stephanie Barnett
Stephanie Barnett joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a High School Math Teacher in Wolfe County High School and lives in Campton, Kentucky. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 6 years of experience teaching math
- Bachelor's degree in Education; Master's degree in Special Education; rank 1 at Morehead State in Curriculum Instruction
- NCTM, SAP Core Advocate
Colina Bartlett
Colina Bartlett joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Instructional Coach/Gifted Facilitator in Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools and lives in Camden, North Carolina. Her experience includes:
- 15 years of teaching experience
- 15 years experience teaching ELA
- Literacy Content Advisory Reviewer for National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, North Carolina State Network of Educators for the Smarter Balanced Digital Library for ELA
- Bachelor of Arts in English; Master of Science in Education
- NBCT in Literacy:Reading-Language Arts (Early and Middle Childhood); Gifted Education K-12
- Teacher of the Year 2008; Phi Kappa Phi; NEA, Lifetime Member of the NC Association for the Gifted and Talented;
- Grants Awarded: Crayola/NAESP Champion Creatively Alive Children Grant; NC Arts Council Arts in Education Grant; Target Field Trip Grant; North Carolina Museum of History Associates Foundation and Duke Energy Foundation Travel Grant; donorschoose.org gran
Tara Bastian
Tara Bastian joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently a 9-12 English Teacher in Idaho Distance Education Academy and lives in Boise, Idaho. Her experience includes:
- 9 years of teaching experience
- 9 years of experience teaching ELA
- Ed.S Building Administration
- Certifications in English, Drama and Administration
- iNACOL, NCTE, Idaho Core Coaching Network
Barbara Behnke
Barbara Behnke joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Director of Curriculum in Maple Shade School District and lives in Maple Shade, New Jersey. Her experience includes:
- 26 years of teaching experience
- 13 years of experience teaching ELA
- Master's in Education
- Certified School Administrator, Principal, Supervisor, Teacher of English K-12, Reading Specialist, Elementary Education
- ASCD, NCTE
John Luke Bell
John Luke Bell joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. He is currently an English teacher in L&N STEM Academy and lives in Knoxville, Tennessee. His experience includes:
- 3 years of teaching experience
- 3 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.A.; M.S.
- TNDOE English 7-12 and ESL K-12, Google Certified Educator
- NCTE
Leigh Bellville
Leigh Bellville joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently the statewide literacy consultant at the Iowa Department of Education. Her experience includes:
- 15 years of teaching experience
- 14 years of experience teaching ELA and instructional coaching
- Master of Arts in Liberal Studies; Focus: Teaching Pedagogy and Literacy; Bachelor of Arts in English/Secondary Education
- Master Educator License, authorized to serve in the following areas: 5-12 English/Language Arts, K-12 English as a Second Language; Drake University Certificate in Online Teaching Pedagogy; Cognitive Coaching Seminars Foundation Training Certificate
- ASCD, NEA, SAP Core Advocate, Teaching Channel Laureate
- Iowa Core Advocates Steering Committee/ELA and Literacy Content Lead, SBAC, Statewide Literacy Leadership Team, Statewide Assessment Advisory
Jennie Beltramini
Jennie Beltramini joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2014. She is currently a K-8 Math Instructional Coach in Anacortes School District and lives in Anacortes, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 19 years teaching experience
- 19 years experience teaching math
- 5 years as district TOSA (2 years in math)
- BA in Elementary Education, Washington State University; MEd in Curriculum and Instruction, Lesley University
- Certificate in Teacher Leadership, University of Washington
- NCTM and NCSM; I've worked with Illustrative Mathematics, Student Achievement Partners, Smarter Balanced and The Teaching Channel
Rebekah Berlin
Rebekah Berlin joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2014. She is currently a full-time doctoral student studying teacher quality and preparation and lives in Charlottesville, Virginia. Her experience includes:
- 5 years of teaching experience
- 5 years teaching experience
- 5 years of experience teaching math
- 5 years experience teaching math
- 1 year as a Math Course Leader; 1 year as Curriculum and Assessment Team member in Achievement School District
- B.A., M.Ed, Student in Ph.D. program
- TN K-8, NCTM
- TN K-8
- NCTM
Laura Berlin
Laura Berlin joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Gifted Coordinator and Teacher in East Mountain High School and lives in Sandia Park, New Mexico. Her experience includes:
- 17 years of teaching experience
- 17 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA Theater and Dance; BA English Education 7-12; Master's in Adult Education and Training
- National Board Certification ELA 7-12
Erin Birden
Erin Birden joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a 2nd Grade Classroom Teacher in Region 15 Public Schools and lives in Middlebury, Connecticut. Her experience includes:
- 5 years of teaching experience
- 5 years of experience teaching in classrooms
- BA, MAT, currently in Doctoral program
- Certified K-6 elementary education, SMARTBoard trainer, Cooperating/Mentor Teacher in state of CT, Responsive Classroom
- NEA
Dani Black
Dani Black joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Educational Consultant and lives in Woodland Park, Colorado. Her experience includes:
- 6 years of teaching experience
- 6 years of experience teaching ELA
- 2 years co-managing state-wide supplemental educational services (SES) tutoring program in high-need Alaskan schools
- B.S.: Human Development & Family Studies; Post-Baccalaureate Licensure Endorsement: Elementary Education; M.A. (in progress): Writing & Communication
- Colorado Professional Teacher Licensure: Elementary Education (K-6)
Abbey Bobbett
Abbey Bobbett joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2015. She is currently a Classroom Teacher in Scottsdale Unified School District and lives in Scottsdale, Arizona. Her experience includes:
- 13 years of teaching experience
- 13 years of experience teaching mathematics
- 13 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelors and Masters
- National Board Certification: Early Middle Childhood Literacy: Reading and Language Arts
Mandy Boudwin
Mandy Boudwin joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in August 2015. She is currently a teacher in St. James Parish and lives in Gramercy, Louisiana. Her experience includes:
- 17.5 years teaching experience
- 17.5 years math teaching experience
- B.S. Secondary Education in Mathematics, M.S. in Administration and Supervision
- National Board Certification - AYA Mathematics (2005 - 2015)
- President-Elect of Louisiana Association of Teachers of Mathematics (LATM), Association of State Supervisors of Mathematics (ASSM), National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM), 2002 St. James Parish Teacher of the Year
Laurel Bounds
Laurel Bounds joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a 6th grade teacher in Crest Ridge Elementary School and lives in Centerview, Missouri. Her experience includes:
- 6 years of teaching experience
- 6 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education, Masters in Curriculum and Instruction
- K-6 Elementary Education
Karen Brisbane
Karen Brisbane joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a Grade 6 Math Teacher in Scottsdale Unified School District and lives in Scottsdale, Arizona. Her experience includes:
- 21 years of teaching experience
- 21 years teaching experience
- 21 years of experience teaching math
- 21 years experience teaching math
- 3 years as a University Mentor Teacher in Scottsdale Unified School District
- B.S. in Psychology
- Certified in NBCT ELA Early and Middle Child
- International Literacy Association, NEA, SAP Core Advocate
Donna Brooks
Donna Brooks joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a First grade Teacher and Math coach in Academy School District 20 and lives in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Her experience includes:
- 21 years of teaching experience
- 21 years of experience teaching math
- BA Ed, MA Curriculum Instruction and Design
- National Board Certified as an Early Childhood Generalist
- NBPTS
Monica Brown
Monica Brown joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Classroom teacher in Shelby County Schools and lives in Memphis, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 9 years of teaching experience
- 9 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from University of Memphis and Master of Healthcare Administration in Health Systems Management from Tulane University
- Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education; National Board Certified Teacher in Early to Middle Childhood Literacy
- Hope Street Group Tennessee State Fellow; Member - TN Department of Education Educator Preparation Programs Implementation Working Group; Teach Plus Common Core Training Facilitator
Demetra Brown
Demetra Brown joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Teacher in Shelby County School District and lives in Cordova, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 22 years of teaching experience
- 18 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelors in Education, Masters in Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Specialist in Administration and Supervision
- NEA
Blanche Brownley
Blanche Brownley joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an Education Consultant and lives in Olney, Maryland. Her experience includes:
- 46 years of teaching experience
- BS, MAT, MA, Ed.D.
- ASCD, NCTM
Jana Bryant
Jana Bryant joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a K-12 Math Instructional Coach in Daviess County Public Schools and lives in Owensboro, Kentucky. Her experience includes:
- 22 years of teaching experience
- 22 years of experience teaching math
- K-12 Math Instructional Coach; taught 4th grade to post-secondary
- BA in Math; MA in Mathematics Education
- NBCT, AYA Math
- KY Hope Street Group Fellow, KEA Fellow, KY Core Advocate/Student Achievement Partners, NBCT KY Ambassador, KCTM member
Lisa Butler-Msuya
Lisa Butler-Msuya joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Instructional Coach in Indianola Community School District and lives in Milo, Iowa. Her experience includes:
- 16 years of teaching experience
- 16 years of experience teaching ELA
- 6 years of experience as a Literacy Coach
- Masters in Information and Library Science; Bachelors in Secondary Special Education and Secondary English Education
- K-12 Reading Endorsement
- Solution Tree 2011 Redefining Excellence in the Classroom Award
Linda Carstens
Linda Carstens joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an Educational Researcher and lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her experience includes:
- 35 years of teaching experience
- 35 years of experience teaching ELA
- MA, Curriculum, Ph.D., Multicultural Education
- CA Bilingual credential, CA administrative credential
- Achieve EQuIP Juror, Stanford University Affiliate, AERA, NABE, CABE
Vanessa Cerrahoglu
Vanessa Cerrahoglu joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a Math Coordinator in Orange County Department of Education and lives in Huntington Beach, California. Her experience includes:
- 22 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching math
- BA in Liberal Studies with Math Concentration
- NCSM, NCTM, CMC, OCMC
Korina Chapman
Korina Chapman joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Behavioral Consultant and lives in Flagstaff, Arizona. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 7 years of classroom teaching experience
- Elementary Education, Special Education, Educational Administration, Applied Behavior Analysis
- Certified in Education, Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- NEA
Lea Ann Christenson
Lea Ann Christenson joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Associate Professor in Towson University and lives in Columbia, Maryland. Her experience includes:
- 30 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- MA Educational Administration, PhD Curriculum and Instruction (early literacy)
- Certified in Elementary, Secondary Social Studies, ESOL
- ASCD, International Literacy Association, NAEYC
Barbara Churray
Barbara Churray joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Teacher in Utica Community School District and lives in Shelby Township, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 23 years of teaching experience
- 23 years of experience teaching ELA
- Master's in Education
- Certified Reading Specialist, Elementary Education
- NEA; International Literacy Association
Melissa Collins
Melissa Collins joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2014. She is currently a Teacher in Memphis Public Schools and lives in Memphis, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 16 years of teaching experience
- 16 years teaching experience
- 16 years of experience teaching math
- 16 years experience teaching math
- 8 years as a mentor in Shelby County Schools
- Bachlors, Masters, EdS, and PhD
- TN K-6 Elementary Education; National Board Certification in Early Childhood
- Tennessee Education Association, National Education Association, America Achieves, Student Achievment Partners Core Advocate, Teach Plus, NEA Foundation
- Tennessee Education Association , National Education Association, America Achieves, Student Achievment Partners Core Advocate, Teach Plus, NEA Foundation
Cory Concus
Cory Concus joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. He is currently a Teacher/Instructional Coach in Tipton County and lives in Covington, Tennessee. His experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching math
- BA Biblical Studies, BA Psychology, MAEd
Dea Conrad-Curry
Dea Conrad-Curry joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Founder and CEO of Partner in Education and lives in Alpha, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 30 year career in education
- 18 years of experience teaching middle and high school ELA
- Illinois Teacher Certification; Illinois Administrative Certification
- Ed.D., Curriculum & Instruction; MA Educational Leadership/Educational Administration; MA Literature & Language; BA English
- Achieve EQuIP Juror, ASCD, International Literacy Association, NCTE, NEA, SAP Core Advocate
- 11 years of professional consulting and classroom coaching nationally and internationally
- State and national presenter/keynote speaker: Common Core Standards, Differentiation, Standards Based Grading
Sara Coombs
Sara Coombs joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an Instructional Mathematics Coach in Joliet Public Schools District 86 and lives in Joliet, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 18 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching math
- Bachelor's in Elementary Education, Master's in Educational Administration
- NCTM
Rhoda Corkran
Rhoda Corkran joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an English Teacher in Lacassine High School and lives in Jeff Davis Parish, Louisiana. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from McNeese State University, certified to teach English and Social Studies; Masters in Educational Leadership from American College of Education
- NCTE, NEA
Rheya Cortopassi
Rheya Cortopassi joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a teacher on special assignment with curriculum and instruction Fresno Unified and lives in Fresno, California. Her experience includes:
- 6 years of teaching experience
- 4 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies; Master Degree in Liberal Studies with a focus on Best Practices
- Liberal Arts Teaching Credential BCLAD
- KSEE 24 Educator of the Week, May 2012 and January 2014
Courtney Cox
Courtney Cox joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Kindergarten Teacher in Billings Pubic Schools and lives in Billings, Montana. Her experience includes:
- 5 years of teaching experience
- 5 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA Elementary Ed. and BA Special Education
- AFT, NEA, SAP Core Advocate
- TLI, CTQ
Thomas Coy
Thomas Coy joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. He is currently a Director of Curriculum and Instruction in Arkansas Department of Education and lives in Little Rock, Arkansas. His experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching math
- BSE,MSE, EdD
- NCSM, NCTM, EQuIP Peer Review Panel
- NCSM, NCTM, EQuIP Peer Review Panel,
Jeff Crawford
Jeff Crawford joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in August 2015. He is currently a Secondary Math Curriculum and Instructional Support in Mead School District and lives in Spokane, Washington. His experience includes:
- 22 years of teaching experience
- 22 years of experience teaching math
- Baseline IMET reviewer, Student Achievement Partners; OER reviewer, K12 OER Collaborative; Multi-year Presenter and Facilitator, CCSSO National Conference on Student Assessment; Contributing member, Washington’s State Network of Educators (SNE); Washi
- B.A. Mathematics, M.S. Mathematics
- Member, NCTM; Member, ASCD; Curriculum Adoption Toolkit consultant, Washington State OSPI; Washington State Bridge to College Math trainer; Washington State Core Advocates trainer and leader, Student Achievement Partners; Educator Engagement Panelist,
Kate Crist
Kate Crist joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Implementation Specialist in Washoe County School District and lives in Reno, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Arts: Modern World History & Education, Master of Arts in Teaching
- EQuIP Peer Review Panel Member; Student Achievement Core Advocate for Nevada
Jodi Cunningham
Jodi Cunningham joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a Classroom Teacher in Clark County School District and lives in Las Vegas, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 14 years teaching experience
- 14 years of experience teaching math
- 14 years experience teaching math
- 5 years as a Curriculum and Professional Development Specialist in Clark County School District
- Bachelor of Arts in Education; Master of Secondary Mathematics Instruction; Master of Educational Leadership
- NV Secondary Mathematics ; National Board Certification in Mathematics, Adolescent and Young Adult
- NCTM; Southern Nevada Mathematics Council; International Baccalaureate Organization
- Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching Math (state finalist)
Kristine Cunningham
Kristine Cunningham joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Math Content Specialist in Phoenix Union High School District and lives in Phoenix, Arizona. Her experience includes:
- 19 years of teaching experience
- 16 years of experience teaching math
- B.A. Mathematics, M.Ed Curriculum and Instruction
- Arizona Elementary and Secondary Certification with a Mathematics Endorsement
- NCTM, NCSM
Théa Jon Curry
Théa Jon Curry joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2014. She is currently a Teacher in William A. Morris Intermediate School 61 and lives in Staten Island, New York. Her experience includes:
- 15 years of teaching experience
- 15 years teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching math
- 15 years experience teaching math
- 5 years as Math Coordinator; 3 years as Common Core Math Fellow; 1 year as Common Core Implementation Facilitator in New York City Public Schools
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematics; Master of Science in Education and Special Education
- 7-12 Mathematics
- NCTM; NYC Common Core Fellows
Christina Daugherty
Christina Daugherty joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an English/Journalism Teacher in L&N STEM Academy and lives in Knoxville, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 3 years of teaching experience
- 3 years of experience teaching ELA
- Associates, Bachelors, Masters
- Teaching licensure, Google Certified, Apple Certified
- NEA
Ronda Davis
Ronda Davis joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a Math Specialist in Albuquerque Public Schools and lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her experience includes:
- 28 years of teaching experience
- 28 years of experience teaching math
- BA Chemistry; MA Mathematics Education
- NBCT, AP Calculus Certified
- NMCTM, NCSM, NCTM, MOWG/PARCC
- NMCTM, NCSM, NCTM, T^3, MOWG/PARCC
Virginia Day
Virginia Day joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Reading Specialist in Amherst Middle School and lives in Wilton, New Hampshire. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelors Human Development; M.Ed. Reading Curriculum and Instruction
- Certified in Elementary Education K-8; Special Education K-12, Reading and Writing Specialist
- NEA, NHIDA
Julie DeMicco
Julie DeMicco joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Reading Specialist in West Des Moines Community Schools and lives in Des Moines, Iowa. Her experience includes:
- 28 years of teaching experience
- 28 years of experience teaching ELA
- Reading Recovery trained
- M.A. in Reading
- ASCD, International Literacy Association, NCTE, NEA
- Chosen for the Teacher Leadership Initiative through NEA,CTQ and NBPTS
Connie Dickison
Connie Dickison joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently a Classroom Teacher in Mendota District 289 and lives in Amboy, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 24 years of teaching experience
- 24 years of experience teaching ELA
- Master's in Curriculum and Instruction with Reading emphasis, Master's in Educational Leadership and Administration, Bachelor's in Elementary Education
Linda Dixon
Linda Dixon joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Classroom Teacher in Colton Joint Unified School District and lives in Colton, California. Her experience includes:
- 18 years of teaching experience
- 18 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor's in Environmental Science, Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction, post grade work in Social Emotional Learning
- NEA, CTA
Kathy Dole
Kathy Dole joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently an Assistant Superintendent for Academic Services in Grand Ledge Public Schools and lives in Eagle, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 28 years of teaching experience
- 28 years teaching experience
- 28 years of experience teaching math
- 28 years experience teaching math
- 10 years as a Department Chair; 3 years as a Math Coach; 3 years as a Curriculum Director in Ionia Public Schools
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with minors in Mathematics and General Science; Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction
- MI K-8 Mathematics and General Science
- NCTM; NCSM; ASCD
Sharla Dowding
Sharla Dowding joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently a Science Consultant in Wyoming and lives in Newcastle, Wyoming. Her experience includes:
- 26 years of teaching experience
- 26 years of experience teaching Science
- BS, MA, EdD
- Science Composite Certified
- NSTA, NABT, NBCT
Dr. Bryan Drost
Dr. Bryan Drost joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in September 2017. He is currently a Director of Curriculum and Instruction in Summit County Education Service Center and lives in Broadview Heights, Ohio. His experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching ELA
- Ph.D., M.Ed., M.A., B.A.
- Certified in K-12 teaching ELA, Math, WL; 4-12 Principal's License; K-12 Superintendent's License
- AMLE, ASCD, ISTE, SAP Core Advocate, NBPTS
Priscilla Dunn
Priscilla Dunn joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a 5th Grade ELA Teacher and lives in Burnsville, North Carolina. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.S. in Elementary Education; Add-on licensure inSpecial Education
- National Board Certified Teacher; Governor's Teacher Network
- NCAE member
Morgan Dunton
Morgan Dunton joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an ELA Specialist and lives in Rockland, Maine. Her experience includes:
- 25 years of teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor's Degree
- Maine teaching license
- NCTE
Michelle Dupree
Michelle Dupree joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently a District Instructional Math Coach in the School District of the Menomonie Area and lives in Menomonie, Wisconsin. Her experience includes:
- 25 years of teaching experience
- 24 years of experience teaching math
- NY State 7-12 Math Education Certification, NY State BA N-6 Education, NY State BA Psychology, NY State MS in Education, WI DPI Professional Educator License Prekindergarten-6, WI Math Minor Equivalency
- NCTM Presenter, Quality Educator Convention Presenter, WI State Network of Educators-Smarter Balanced Digital Library Project Team Member, WI Forward Exam Reviewer
- Google Certified, WI Director of Instruction, WI Principal Licensure
- NCTM, NCSM, WSMI, AWSA, ASCD
Roxane Dyk
Roxane Dyk joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in September 2016. She is currently an Instructional Coach in Mt. Vernon School District and lives in Platte, South Dakota. Her experience includes:
- 27 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching math
- BS in Science, MS in Curriculum and Instruction
- Certified Math Specialist
- ASCD, ISTE, NCTM, Teaching Channel Laureate, NCSM, SDSMT
Lisa Englard
Lisa Englard joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a Lesson Writing Team Lead and lives in Aventura, Florida. Her experience includes:
- 13 years of teaching experience
- 13 years teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching math
- 12 years experience teaching math
- 10 years as a Math Specialist and Department Chair in Miami-Dade
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering; Master of Science in Education
- Certified in FL 6-12 Math; K-12 Computers; 6-12 Physics; Gifted Endorsement
- FL 6-12 Math; K-12 Computers; 6-12 Physics; Gifted Endorsement
- NCTM Member of editorial panel for Teaching Children Mathematics; NCSM; Student Achievement Partners Core Advocate
- 2008 Teacher of the Year, Aventura City of Excellence School
Nicole Erdelyi
Nicole Erdelyi joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a Secondary Math Instructional Coach in Rio Rancho Public Schools and lives in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Her experience includes:
- 21 years of teaching experience
- 19 years of teaching experience
- 16 years of experience teaching math
- Secondary Math Instructional Coach; Geometry Table Leader for PARCC Performance Level Setting; New Mexico Public Education Department Instructional Material Adoption Review Institute Member
- National Board for Professional Teaching Standards; Student Achievement Partners Core Advocate
- Master of Science Teaching; Bachelor of Science Mathematics
- National Board Certified Teacher Mathematics/Adolescence and Young Adults
Joseph Espinosa
Joseph Espinosa joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. He is currently an Elementary Math Coordinator in Los Angeles Unified School District and lives in San Gabriel, California. His experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 9 years of experience teaching math
- LAUSD Common Core Math Expert, Elementary (2 years); LAUSD Common Core Math Fellow (3 years); Math Lead Teacher (1 year); UCLA Principal Leadership Institute Action Research Project: Reducing Math Anxiety through Growth Mindset
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (UCLA); Master of Education in Education Administration (UCLA)
- California Professional Credential, Multiple Subject; California Administrative Service Credential; National Board Certification in Middle Childhood, Generalist; GATE Certificate, Google Certified Teacher
- NCTM, NCSM, ISTE, CUE, NSTA, ILA, iNACOL, CMC; Teacher Plus Teaching Policy Fellow; Mickelson/Exxon Mobile Math/Science Teacher Academy; UCLA Teacher Initiated Project Grant Awardee (2x); Achieve the Core California Core Advocate
Austine Etcheverry
Austine Etcheverry joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Administrator in Avondale Elementary School and lives in Avondale, Arizona. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of experience teaching
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelors and Masters Degrees
- Certifications in Special education, administration, reading interventionist, early childhood
- NBPTS; Non-violent Crisis Intervention, NEA, and currently working on National Board Certification and affiliated with their professional network
Arthur Everett
Arthur Everett joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. He is currently a Teacher in NYC Department of Education and lives in New York, New York. His experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching ELA
- MS Teaching, MS Curriculum and Instruction
- National Council for History Education (NCHE), National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), United Federation of Teachers (UFT), American Federation of Teachers (AFT), Achieve, Inc., America Achieves, NYC Department of Education (NYCDOE), NYS Education
Lindsey Fangman (Backus)
Lindsey Fangman (Backus) joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Teacher in Pasco School District and lives in Pasco, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 11 years of teaching experience
- 11 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelors of Elementary Education, Masters of Education, Mathematics and Reading
- NEA; SAP Core Advocate; WEA
Holli Fears
Holli Fears joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Executive Director of English Language Arts inDuval County Public Schools and lives in Jacksonville, Florida. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 6 years of experience teaching ELA
- Reading Coach, Sneads High School in Sneads.Florida; Regional Reading Coordinator/School Improvement Specialist with Florida Department of Education; Executive Director, Duval Transformation Office (Duval County Public Schools); Executive Director; Englis
- Executive Director, English Language Arts (Duval County Public Schools)
- AA (Special Education) Chipola Junior College; BA (Elementary Education with ESOL Endorsement); BA (Special Education with ESOL Endorsement); MA (Educational Leadership); EdS (Educational Leadership); EdD (Curriculum and Instruction; Specializing in Diver
- Elementary Education K-6; Exceptional Student Education K-12; Reading Endorsement; ESOL Endorsement; Middle Grades Integrated Curriculum 5-9; Educational Leadership
- Sneads High School Rookie Teacher of the Year 2005; Grand Ridge School Teacher of the Year 2007; Jackson County Reading Coach of the Year 2008 and 2009; Members
Shanna Feist
Shanna Feist joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Kindergarten Teacher in Deer Park School District and lives in Deer Park, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Education
- National Board Certified; NBPTS
Julie Fessenden
Julie Fessenden joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an Instructional Coach in Grand Island Public Schools and lives in Grand Island, Nebraska. Her experience includes:
- 25 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, Masters in Educational Technology, Specialist in Administration, ABD Curriculum and Instruction
- Certified in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Special Education, Administration
- ASCD
Jill Fetters
Jill Fetters joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently an Academic Coach in Panama- Buena Vista School District and lives in Bakersfield, California. Her experience includes:
- 24 years teaching experience
- 15 years experience teaching math
- 1 year as teacher on Special Assignment in-Panama Buena Vista School District
- Bachelor of Science in Marketing
- CA Single Subject in Business/Computers; Mathematics Multiple Subject credential; CA Clear Credential
- Computer Users in Education; Math Council of Bakersfield
- Math Council, CUE, Alameda County Outstanding Technology Teacher, Kern County Teaacher of the Year Nominee
Sheldon Fine
Sheldon Fine joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2014. He is currently an Advisor at Math for America and lives in New York, New York. His experience includes:
- 25 years teaching experience
- 25 years experience teaching math
- 2 years as an Assistant District Superintendent; 3 years as a District Director of Math and Science; 2 years as a Principal; 6 years as an Assistant Principal in New York City
- Bachelor of Science; Master of Science; Master of Arts
- NY 7-12 Mathematics; School Administration and Supervision Certificate; Special Education Advanced Certificate
- NCTM
- NCSM Golden Apple Award from PBS for Innovative Uses of Technology in Education
Adrienne "Holly" Fitzharris
Adrienne "Holly" Fitzharris joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an ESE Teacher and lives in Jacksonville, Florida. Her experience includes:
- 17 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching ELA
- Masters of Elementary Education, Bachelor of Art in Photography
- Certified Reading K-12, ESOL, ESE, Elementary 1-6, Montessori Primary, Montessori Elementary
- AFT, NEA, SAP Core Advocate
Josh Flores
Josh Flores joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. He is currently a K-12 ELA Coordinator in Mustang Public School District and lives in Midwest City, Oklahoma. His experience includes:
- 11 years of teaching experience
- 5 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.S. in Education and Masters of Education in Instructional Leadership and Academic Curriculum
- Certified in Secondary ELA
- NCTE
Sarah Floyd
Sarah Floyd joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Elementary Learning Coach in Bourne Public School District and lives in Falmouth, Massachusetts. Her experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 14 years of experience teaching ELA, reading specialist and learning coach
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Master of Education in Specialist Teacher in Reading
- Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (Dec. 2017), Certified as an English as a Second Language Teacher, Reading Specialist, Elementary Educator (grades 1-6), Administrator- Principal/Assistant Principal
- International Literacy Association; NEA
- Teacher Leadership Initiative- Massachusetts Teachers Association & National Education Association
Amy Forrest
Amy Forrest joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a Learning Strategist at Clark County School District and lives in Las Vegas, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 15 years teaching experience
- 15 years experience teaching math
- 3 years as a Math Department Chair in Clark County Schools, RTI, TESL
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematics; Master of Arts in Teacher Leadership
- Elementary Education K-6, Mathematics 6 - 9, TESL, NBTPS Early Adolescence Mathematics
- NCTM; NBPTS; NEA; After-School All Stars
Tracy Fortin
Tracy Fortin joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in September 2017. She is currently a Classroom Teacher and lives in Batesland, South Dakota. Her experience includes:
- 16 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Master’s of Educational Administration
Astrid Fossum
Astrid Fossum joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2014. She is currently a District Mathematics Curriculum Specialist in Milwaukee Public Schools and lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Her experience includes:
- 10 years teaching experience
- 10 years experience teaching math
- 5 years as a District Mathematics Teaching Specialist; 2 years as GE Foundation Teacher Leader in Milwaukee Public Schools
- Bachelor of Arts in Art History; Master of Curriculum and Instruction
- WI 1-8 and Math 400; Administration: Curriculum Director certification
- NCSM; NCTM; WMC; Student Achievement Partners Core Advocate
Karin Foster
Karin Foster joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Language and Literacy Coordinator for Orange County Department of Education and lives in San Clemente, California. Her experience includes:
- 19 years of teaching experience
- 14 years of experience teaching ELA
- District Coordinator of Secondary ELA; Professional Development Provider for Orange Co and Capistrano Unified School District; CA Department of Ed ELA materials reviewer
- MS in Reading and Language Arts
- Advisory Member for California Reading and Literature Project at University of CA Irvine
Ruth Fristo
Ruth Fristo joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an Education Consultant and lives in Lincoln, Nebraska. Her experience includes:
- 34 years of teaching experience
- 22 years of experience teaching ELA
- Master's Degree
- Certified in K-8 elementary education; K-6 administration
- ASCD, International Literacy Association, NCTE, NCTM, NEA, CASA
Lesley Galyas
Lesley Galyas joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently a Science Teacher and STEM Coordinator in Carlsbad Early College High School and lives in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Her experience includes:
- 22 years of teaching experience
- 18 years of experience teaching Science
- B.S Biology; M.A. Elementary Education; Ph.D. Curriculum and Instruction-Science Literacy
- Certified in OH 1-8 Education HQ Science; NM Level 3 pK-12 Teacher; NM Level 3 K-12 Science Endorsement; NM Level 3 grades 5-9 Science Endorsement; NBCT Middle Grades Science
- NCTM, NBPTS, NSTA, CSSS
Rane Garcia
Rane Garcia joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Assistant Superintendent at Muskegon Heights Public School Academy System and lives in Hudsonville, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 26 years of teaching experience
- 7 years of experience teaching ELA
- Master's Degree in Education
- Certifications in elementary education, math and social studies
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM); State and local curriculum of textbook adoption review committee, MEMSPA- Michigan Elementary and Middle School Principals Association
Nancy Gardner
Nancy Gardner joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently an Education Consultant and lives in Davidson, North Carolina. Her experience includes:
- 37 years of teaching experience
- 32 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelors and Masters Degrees
- ELA secondary certification, Theatre Arts endorsement, NBCT certification
- Hope Street, NBPTS, Former NCTE, SAP Core Advocate, Center for Teaching Quality, EQuIP peer reviewer and juror, LDC consultant, SREB presenter and trainer, ISKME consultant, National Humanities Center ELA consultant, NCDPI
- CTQ, LDC, SREB, ISKME, NC DPI, Partnership for Dynamic Learning
Tessa Garland
Tessa Garland joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an ELA and Literacy Specialist in Chattahoochee-Flint RESA and lives in Cuthbert, Georgia. Her experience includes:
- 29 years of teaching experience
- 28 years of experience teaching ELA
- Education Specialist Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- Areas of Teaching Certification: Reading P - 12, Educational Leadership P - 12, English 6 - 12, English/Language Arts 4 - 8, Science 4 - 8, Social Studies 4 - 8
- Achieve EQuIP Juror, International Literacy Association, Teach Plus, ASCD, Georgia Association of Curriculum and Instruction Specialists, ILA, NCTE, SAP Core Advocates
Karen Gauthier
Karen Gauthier joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently an Instructional Coach/Mathematics Coordinator in Orange County Department of Education and Capistrano Unified School District and lives in Trabuco Canyon, California. Her experience includes:
- 28 years of teaching experience
- 26 years of experience teaching math
- Instructional Math Coach K-2, Mathematics Staff Developer for Orange County Department of Education
- B.S. Early Childhood, M.A. Early Childhood
- National Board Certification in Early Childhood 2002 & 2012
- 2015 Orange County Teacher of the Year
Anita Gennaro
Anita Gennaro joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Assistant Principal in Meriden Public School District and lives in Meriden, Connecticut. Her experience includes:
- 19 years of teaching experience
- 6 years of experience teaching ELA
- Masters of Education; Sixth Year in Art of Learning
- Elementary Education Certified; Intermediate Administration and Supervision Certified
- AFT; ASCD; SAP Core Advocate
- Smarter Balanced Teacher Ambassador
Julie Gerken
Julie Gerken joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Education Consultant in Colorado and lives in Windsor, Colorado. Her experience includes:
- 9 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- Master's in Education
- K-6 Elementary Education License
- Former NEA Member
Kristine Gettelman
Kristine Gettelman joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2014. She is currently a District Mathematics Leader in Milwaukee Public Schools and lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Her experience includes:
- 22 years teaching experience
- 17 years experience teaching math
- Academic Math Coach-focus on implementing CCSSM
- Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education; Master of Arts in Instructional Leadership
- WI PreK-6
- Wisconsin Mathematics Council; NCTM; Student Achievement Partners Core Advocate; UnboundED; Leading Educators
Carolyn Glicklich
Carolyn Glicklich joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Education Specialist at The Chapin School and lives in Stamford, Connecticut. Her experience includes:
- 11 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.A. in Elementary & Special Education; M.Ed in Special Education
- Certified in New York State and Massachusetts: Students with Disabilities Pre K - 12
- America Achieves, SAP Core Advocate, Achievement Network
Juan Gomez
Juan Gomez joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. He is currently a Math Instructional Coach and Teacher in Carmel Unified School District and lives in Seaside, California. His experience includes:
- 18 years teaching experience
- 18 years experience teaching math
- 6 years as a Math Instructional Coach in Carmel Unified School District
- B.S. Mathematics, M.S. Educational Administration
- CA 6-12 Math; CA Administration Credential; CA CLAD Certified
- NCTM; NEA; California Math Council; Monterey Bay Counties Math Educators
- Three time recipient of the Certificate of Acknowledgement, California Superintendent of Instruction
Erin Greco
Erin Greco joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently a Learning Design Coach/IB Coordinator in Pine View Elementary School and lives in Tampa, Florida. Her experience includes:
- 13 years of teaching experience
- 11 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA-Political Science, MA-Public Administration
- Certified in K-6, ESE
Melissa Gronzo
Melissa Gronzo joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a teacher in Utica Community Schools and lives in Rochester, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 10 years experience teaching math
- 6 years as Lead teacher; 3 years as Curriculum Leadership Committee Member; 8 years as a Data Team Member in Utica Community Schools
- Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with a focus in Language Arts; Master of Educational Leadership; Education Specialist in Curriculum and Leadership
- MI K-8 self-contained classroom, 6-8 Language Arts; Administrator Certificate
- MEA; NEA; UEA; Michigan Education Association Common Core Math Cadre Leader, NEA Teacher Leader Participant
Jody Guarino
Jody Guarino joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently a Mathematics Coordinator at Orange County Department of Education and lives in San Clemente, California. Her experience includes:
- 22 years of teaching experience
- 22 years of experience teaching math
- BA, MS, EdD
- National Board Certification, Early Childhood Generalist
- Student Achievement Partners Core Advocate, NCTM, NCSM
Velvet Gutridge
Velvet Gutridge joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Assistant Principal; Middle School Science and Math teacher at Idaho Distance Education Academy and lives in Boise, Idaho. Her experience includes:
- 21 years of teaching experience
- 21 years of experience teaching in classrooms
- BS. Ed, MA.Ed
- ASCD, iNACOL
Rebecca Hadley-Schlosser
Rebecca Hadley-Schlosser joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Special Education Teacher at Maili Elementary School and lives in Aiea, Hawaii. Her experience includes:
- 25 years of teaching experience
- 24 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA in Education; MA in OM; MA in Special Education
- Certified teacher for Elementary K-8 and Special Education K-12
- ASCD; International Literacy Association; NCTM; NEA; Teaching Channel Laureate
- Council for Exceptional Children; Hawaii State Teachers Association
Montana Hammond
Montana Hammond joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a Math Teacher at Douglas High School and lives in Minden, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching math
- B.S. in Education, Math Major, Social Studies minor
- NTCM
Jamie Hammond
Jamie Hammond joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently an Education Consultant and lives in Lafayette, Colorado. Her experience includes:
- 7 years of teaching experience
- 7 years of experience teaching ELA
- Masters of Education, Bachelors of Arts-Sociology
- K-5 Teaching Certification
- Teach for America
Kim Hanley
Kim Hanley joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Teacher, ELD Advisor and Adjunct Professor at Capistrano Unified and lives in San Clemente, California. Her experience includes:
- 27 years of teaching experience
- 26 years of teaching experience
- 27 years of experience teaching ELA
- 26 years of experience teaching ELA
- BS, MS
- Multiple subject credential, English single subject, Reading Specialist, Cross cultural Language Acquisition Development credential
- ASCD, International Literacy Association, NCTE, NCTM
- California Reading & Literature Project, California Reading Association
Danette Hardy
Danette Hardy joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Instructional Coach in Shelby County School District and lives in Memphis, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 22 years of teaching experience
- 17 years of experience teaching in classrooms
- M.Ed in Instruction and Curriculum Leadership; Ed.S in Administration & Supervision
- Certifications in Reading Laureate; Elementary Education; Early Childhood Education; School Administration & Supervision
- AFT; ASCD; International Literacy Association; NEA; SAP Core Advocate; Teach Plus
Kari Harma-Dennis
Kari Harma-Dennis joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a District Title I Math Consultant in Utica Community Schools and lives in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 17 years teaching experience
- 17 years experience teaching math
- 3 years as a Title 1 Math Consultant, 2 years as a recurrent guest lecturer within a math methods course at Oakland University, Speaker at the 2015 MCTM Conference
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Master of Education
- MI K-8 Self-contained Elementary Education; 6-8 Science
- Michigan Council of Teachers of Mathematics; NCTM; Utica Education Association; Michigan Education Association; NEA
Kelly Harned
Kelly Harned joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Language Arts Teacher at WAVA High School and lives in Maple Valley, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 19 years of teaching experience
- 19 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Arts; English and Secondary Ed from Western Michigan University; Masters of Arts, Reading Specialist from Central Washington University
- 4-12 English and Speech
- NCTE, NEA
Susan Harrison
Susan Harrison joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently a Supervisor of Secondary Curriculum in Seaford School District and lives in Lewes, Delaware. Her experience includes:
- 17 years of teaching experience
- 17 years of experience teaching ELA
- Doctorate (including ABD)
- Certifications Received: Principal/Assistant Principal; DPAS-II; Teacher of English Language Arts Grades 9-12 (Valid 5-8 in Middle School)
Steven Helton
Steven Helton joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. He is currently a Retired Director of Elementary Education in Rutherford County Schools and lives in Ellenboro, North Carolina. His experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching ELA
- 10 years of experience as a school administrator
- 10 years of experience as a district administrator
- Organized and led district reviews of ELA materials; facilitated creation of ELA web resources and PD during transition to CCSS
- Educational Specialist; Instructional Leadership; Master of Education, Elementary Education; Bachelor of Arts, Social Sciences
- ASG Advanced Curriculum Instructional Specialist Certificate; AP Advanced Principals' Certificate; G Master's Certificate- K-6; 6-9; 9-12
- Rutherford County Principal of the Year (2005-2006); Assistant Principals' Executive Program; UNC-CH Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement (1997); Northland Cable/McDonald's Oustanding Educator Award (1995); Rutherford County Teacher of the Year (199
Michael Henderson
Michael Henderson joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2015. He is currently a Math Instructional Facilitator at Little Rock School District and lives in Little Rock, Arkansas. His experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching math
- MA in Curriculum and Instruction from Arizona State University; BA in Psychology and Biological Basis for Behavior from the University of Pennsylvania
- Educational Leadership
Erika Henderson
Erika Henderson joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Program Associate at Facing History and Ourselves and lives in Memphis, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 18 years of teaching experience
- 7 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.A. in English, M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction, Ed.S. in Administration and Supervision, C.A.S. in Curriculum and Instruction, Doctor of Education in Higher Education
- Teaching Certificate in TN, IL, GA; Administrative License in TN, IL, GA
- NCTE; NEA; SAP Core Advocate
- New Leaders for New Schools, Standards Institute, NASSP, Kappa Delta Pi
Kristen Henninger
Kristen Henninger joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a K-12 Math Curriculum & Instruction Coach at Peoria Unified School District and lives in Peoria, Arizona. Her experience includes:
- 26 years teaching experience
- 23 years experience teaching math
- Bachelor of Science in Education and Masters of Education in Educational Leadership
- Middle School Math, Structured English Immersion K-12
- ASCD, ISTE, NCTM, NEA, NCSM
- Pride of Peoria-Outstanding Employee of the Year, National Council Supervisors of Mathematics, National Council Teachers of Mathematics, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Arizona Mathematics Association
Tracey Hill
Tracey Hill joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a teacher in Bethalto CUSD 8 and lives in East Alton, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 24 years of teaching experience
- 24 years of experience teaching math
- Participant in Math and Science Leadership Initiative, Participant in SWI Math Connections IMSP MAP Project.
- BS Special Education, MS Special Education, MS Secondary Education - Mathematics
- NCTM, SWI Math Connections IMSP MAP Project, District Assessment Team
Candace Hines
Candace Hines joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2018. She is currently a Kindergarten Teacher in Cordova, Tennessee and lives in Cordova, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching in classrooms
- Teach Plus, Professional Development Facilitator; Hope Street Group, Education Policy Fellow & Editorial Department; Collaborative for Student Success, Professional Development/Profiled Teacher Leader; Educators for High Standards, Profiled Teacher Leader
- Bachelor of Science
Autumn Hoadley
Autumn Hoadley joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a teacher in East Union Community School District and lives in Afton, Iowa. Her experience includes:
- 9 years teaching experience
- 9 years experience teaching math
- 4 years as a Math Curriculum Mapping Representative for K-5; 6 years as a Curriculum Council Math Representative East Union School
- Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education
- IA K-6 General Education; K-8 Reading Endorsement; K-8 Social Studies
Heather Hobbs
Heather Hobbs joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently an Associate Principal in Kennedy Elementary School and lives in Kingsport, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 8 years of teaching experience
- 6 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.S. Early Childhood, will finish M. Ed. in Educational Leadership in July 2018
- Certified Pre-3rd, 4-8, in July 2018 Admin. endorsement
- International Literacy Association, NCTM
LaNessa Hof
LaNessa Hof joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Classroom Teacher in St. Mary Catholic School and lives in Dell Rapids, South Dakota. Her experience includes:
- 23 years of teaching experience
- 23 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education K-8; Bachelor of Science in Special Education K-12
- SD State Network Educator Certified
- International Literacy Association; NCTE; NCTM; South Dakota Reading Council-State Secretary; Prairie Valley Reading Council-President; Academics Choice Review Team Member; TOP Fellow
Terri Hollifield
Terri Hollifield joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Retired Educator in North Carolina and lives in Tuckasegee, North Carolina. Her experience includes:
- 34 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching ELA
- BS - Special Education; MA - Curriculum/Instruction Supervision
- MG Language Arts; Academically Gifted
- ASCD; Council For Exceptional Children; NC Association for Gifted and Talented
Dawn Holtz
Dawn Holtz joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Q Comp Coach in Hutchinson Public School District and lives in Hutchinson, Minnesota. Her experience includes:
- 26 years of teaching experience
- 23 years of experience teaching ELA
- Masters in Education, Ed.S K-12 Principal and Superintendent
- National Board Certified Early Childhood Generalist
- AFT, NEA, NBPTS
Amanda Howard
Amanda Howard joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in May 2018. She is currently a Kindergarten Teacher and lives in Milton, Delaware. Her experience includes:
- 6 years of teaching experience
- Bachelor of Science: Early Childhood Education, Masters in Education: Instruction - Teacher of Reading
- Teacher of Early Childhood Birth to Grade 2, Teacher of Elementary Grades K-6, Teacher of Exceptional Children Grades K-12
- NEA
Jodi Hufendick
Jodi Hufendick joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Teacher at Kentlake High School and lives in Covington, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 18 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching ELA
- MEd in Instructional Design
- Certified with NBCT
- ASCD, NCTE, NEA, NBPTS, Learning Forward
Paula Hulme
Paula Hulme joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a teacher in Mead School District and lives in Spokane, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 17 years teaching experience
- 17 years experience teaching math
- SBAC item writer, Washington State Math Fellow, 9 years District Math Team, 8 years Curriculum Team Facilitator, Member District OER Grant Team
- Bachelor of Arts in Education with an endorsement in History; Master of Education in Educational Technology
- WA continuing certificate; National Board Certification in Middle Childhood, Generalist
- NBCT
Melissa Hurt
Melissa Hurt joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2014. She is currently a K-8 Instructional Curriculum Coordinator in Germantown Municipal School District and lives in Germantown, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 12 years experience teaching math
- 5 years as Math Department Chair; 3 years as a Curriculum Writer in Shelby County Schools; 3 years as a Tennessee Department of Education Common Core Coach
- Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Learning; Master of Educational Leadership
- TN 1-8; Administrator PK-12
- NCTM, NCSM, NSTA, 2013 PTA Lifetime Achievement Award, 2010 Teacher of the Year,
Sumer Inman
Sumer Inman joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a Classroom teacher Buncombe County Schools and lives in Ashville, North Carolina. Her experience includes:
- 15 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching math
- Masters Secondary Math Edu
- Administration, AIG both k-12, national boards
- NCCTM, NC Core Advocates, NCAE
Lori Inman
Lori Inman joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an ELA Curriculum Content Specialist at Mead School District and lives in Spokane, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 25 years of teaching experience
- 22 years of experience teaching ELA
- Master's Degree
- BAE in English Language Arts; MAEd in Literacy; National Board Certification; Principal Certification
- ASCD, NCTE, NEA
James Jacobs
James Jacobs joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. He is currently a Data and Assessment Coordinator in Aztec NM and lives in Bloomfield, New Mexico. His experience includes:
- 21 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching math
- MA Science Teaching, BA Math Education
- K-12 Math Coach
- NBCT Mathematics
Tanika Johnson
Tanika Johnson joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a High School English Teacher and Education Consultant and lives in Memphis, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 8 years of teaching experience
- 7 years of experience teaching ELA
- Masters+45 in Professional Counseling and Special Education (will receive Education Specialist Degree in July 2017 and Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership Degree in May 2018)
- National Certified Counselor
- America Achieves; ASCD; NCTM; NEA; SAP Core Advocate; Teach Plus
- National Education Association Great Public Schools Network Online Community Facilitator for Special Education, National Education Association-Teach Plus Future of the Profession Fellow, Achieve EQUIP Lesson and Unit Designer for Common-Core and College a
Mary-Jo Jones Gregory
Mary-Jo Jones Gregory joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Curriculum Coach in Chatham County Public School District and lives in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina. Her experience includes:
- 25 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teach ELA
- BA in English-Secondary Education, MEd. in Reading-K-12
- State/local curriculum and textbook adoption review committee; State/local leadership program including instructional fellow, task force member, teacher leader
- Certified by National Boards of Professional Teaching Standards in Early Adolescence and English Language Arts, Ages 11-15
- ASCD, International Literacy Association, NCTE, NEA, NBPTS
Cassandra Joss
Cassandra Joss joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2014. She is currently a teacher in Utica Community Schools and lives in Rochester, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 11 years teaching experience
- 11 years experience teaching math
- 1 year as an NEA Master Teacher in Kindergarten Math; 1 year as an NEA Great Public Schools facilitator for Kindergarten Common Core Math; 1 year as a presenter for the Michigan Education Association in Common Core Math; 6 months as a guest lecturer at Oa
- Bachelor of Arts in Communications; Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Master of Education in Teaching
- MI K-5 Self-contained classroom; 6-8 Language Arts
- NEA BetterLesson Master Teacher; NEA GPS Community Facilitator; NEA State Network Educator; Michigan Education Association Common Core Cadre; Utica Community Schools Curriculum Leadership Council member
- NEA Master Teacher
Laura (Christie) Katz
Laura (Christie) Katz joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Literacy Coach in Pinellas County School District and lives in St. Petersburg, Florida. Her experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA in Psychology; MA in Elementary Education
- SAP Core Advocate
Laurie Kemp
Laurie Kemp joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. He is currently an Associate Director of Education in PACE Center for Girls, Inc. and lives in Fort Myers, Florida. His experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching ELA
- BS, MA, EdS, Ed.D
- Certified in Elementary Education, Exceptional Student Ed K-12, Reading Endorsement. ESOL Endorsement
- SAP Core Advocate, National Writing Project
Glenn Kessinger
Glenn Kessinger joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. He is currently a Literacy Coach/Data Specialist at Washington Middle School and lives in Yakima, Washington. His experience includes:
- 25 years of teaching experience
- 14 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA -- Christian Education; MA -- Religious Education
- Washington State Teacher Certification -- 4-12 English; 4-12 Instructional Technology; 4-12 Comparative Religion
- AMLE; ASCD; International Literacy Association; NCTE
- National Writing Project; Central Washington Writing Project
- Awards - Crystal Apple; PTSA Golden Acorn
Tasha Kirby
Tasha Kirby joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently a Science Teacher in Anacortes Middle School and lives in Anacortes, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 15 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching Science
- Masters in Teaching
- National Board Certified Science Teacher
- NEA, NBPTS, NSTA, WEA, AST
Darlene Kirkpatrick
Darlene Kirkpatrick joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an ESL Teacher in Pulaski County Special School District and lives in Little Rock, Arkansas. Her experience includes:
- 21 years of teaching experience
- 18 years of teaching experience
- 21 years experience teaching ELA
- 18 years experience teaching ELA
- Reading Specialist
- ESL, GT Certified
- BS in Child Psychology; BS in Elementary Education; Master's in Reading
- International Literacy Association, NCTE, NCTM, NEA, NBPTS, NCSM
- National Board for Professional Teaching Standards; Reading-Language Arts/Early and Middle Childhood
- NEA; International Reading Association; Good Apple Teaching Award; Fellow with the National Writing Institute; National Science and Mathematics Teacher Nominee; Bessie B. Moore Economics Award Winner
Sarah Kitzmiller
Sarah Kitzmiller joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Instructional Design Specialist in Kingsport City Schools and lives in Kingsport, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 14 years of experience teaching ELA
- Elementary Education and Masters in Educational Administration and Policy Analysis
- K-6 and Administration K-12 Certified
- ASCD; NCTE
Kelly Kramer
Kelly Kramer joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a Classroom teacher in Reeths-Puffer Public Schools, Muskegon Michigan and lives in Grand Haven, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 23 years teaching experience
- 23 years experience teaching math
- 10 years as a School Improvement Chair in Reeths-Puffer Schools
- Bachelor of Science in Special Education from Western Michigan University and Master of Science in Special Education Administration from Grand Valley State University
- MI K-12 Special Education; K-8 Elementary and Self-contained classrooms; 6-8 Science
Christy Krenek
Christy Krenek joined EdReports in April of 2018 as a middle school science reviewer. She is currently teaching 8th grade science for Santa Fe Public Schools in Santa Fe New Mexico.
Her experience includes:
- 19 years of teaching experience
- 18 years of teaching science
- Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education, Masters in Curriculum and Instruction
- NSTA, NMSTA, NEA
- New Mexico Math and Science Advisory Council Co-Chair
- Making Sense of Science Facilitator
Erin Kunkle
Erin Kunkle joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2017. She is currently a Coordinator of Curriculum & Instruction in Bellevue Public Schools and lives in Omaha, Nebraska. Her experience includes:
- 11 years of teaching experience
- 4 years of experience teaching ELA
- MAT, MA
- AASA, ASCD, NEA
Tammy Kuper
Tammy Kuper joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a Middle School Education/Math Service Provider in Aviston District #21 and lives in Aviston, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 27 years teaching experience
- 27 years experience teaching math
- Bachelor of Arts; Master of Education Administration
- Math Foundational Services Certified Trainer in Illinois, Area VI/ROE #13 Math Service Provider
- IL K-9 Elementary Education; 5-8 Mathematics Endorsement; General Administrative
- Illinois Foundational Services; Illinois Institute for Math Leaders; NEA
- 2014 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching Nominee
Janda Lannigan-Piekarz
Janda Lannigan-Piekarz joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a 4th grade teacher in Washoe County School District and lives in Reno, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 27 years teaching experience
- 24 years experience teaching math
- 9 years as member of the District Content Math Leaders Team in Washoe County School District
- B.A. English, M.Ed. Elementary Education
- NV K-8 Generalist with an endorsement in Teaching English as a Second Language; National Board Certification, Middle Childhood Generalist
- NCSM; NCTM; Student Achievement Partners Core Advocate; Council of Presidential Awardees in Mathematics; Society of Presidential Awardees
- Presidential Award of Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching; Northern Nevada Math Council Elementary Teacher of the Year, 2008
Shannon Lapinsky
Shannon Lapinsky joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently an Adult Continuing Education, Program Coordinator Appoquinimink School District and lives in Magnolia, Delaware. Her experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching math
- BS Special Education BS Elementary Education MA Adult Literacy and Basic Education Ed.D Education Innovation & Leadership
- Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent, Principal/Assistant Principal, School Leader I, School Leader II, Supervisor of Adult Education,Teacher of Middle Level Social Studies Grades 6-8, Teacher of Middle Level English Language Arts Grades 6-8, Teach
- Lead- Delaware State Network of Educators, America Acheives, LearnZillion
Maya Lars
Maya Lars joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Reading Specialist in Prince George's County Public Schools and lives in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Her experience includes:
- 17 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.S. - Elementary Education, M.Ed. - Literacy Education
- Advanced Teaching Certification- MD, National Board Certification: Early and Middle Childhood Literacy/Reading Language arts, Reading Recovery
- International Literacy Association, NEA
Lisa Lee
Lisa Lee joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a K-5 Math Coach in Colonial School District and lives in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Her experience includes:
- 21 years teaching experiience
- 21 years experience teaching math
- 5 years as a Math Specialist in Bethlehem Area School District; 12 years as a Math Coach/Curriculum and Assessment writer/ Professional Development Facilitator in Colonial School District
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Mathematics concentration; Master of Elementary Education and Educational Technology
- PA K-8 Instructional II
- NCSM; NCTM; PCTM; ASCD; Montgomery County Math Council
- 2012 Educator 500 Award for Professional Development; 2012 and 2013 National Blue Ribbon School designations
Miranda Lee
Miranda Lee joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently an Instructional Coach for Secondary Schools, Christina School District and lives in Middletown, Delaware. Her experience includes:
- 5 years of teaching experience
- 5 years of experience teaching math
- Master's of Special Education, Bachelor's of Science
- I am the Christina School District Chairperson for Secondary Math, I was a Teacher of the Year Nominee for the 2015-2016 school year. Prior to becoming a coach, I was also the Math Department Chair at Gauger Cobbs Middle School
Miranda Lee
Miranda Lee joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently a Instructional Coach for Secondary Schools, Christina School District and lives in Middletown, Virginia. Her experience includes:
- 5 years of teaching experience
- 5 years of experience teaching math
- Master's of Special Education, Bachelor's of Science
- I am the Christina School District Chairperson for Secondary Math, I was a Teacher of the Year Nominee for the 2015-2016 school year. Prior to becoming a coach, I was also the Math Department Chair at Gauger Cobbs Middle School
Mary Lewis
Mary Lewis joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a teacher in West Valley School District #208 and lives in Yakima, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- 20 years experience teaching math
- 2 years as a Math Coach; 7 years as a Math Teacher Leader in Alabama; 3 years as a Math Teacher Leader in Florida; 7 years as a Math Teacher Leader in West Valley School District
- Bachelor of Science; Master of Elementary Education
- WA K-8 Elementary Education; FL K-6 Elementary Education; National Board Certification in Middle Childhood, Generalist
- NCTM; NBPTS
Joseph Lieberman
Joseph Lieberman joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. He is currently an English Language Arts Department Chair and ELA instructor in FlexTech High School and lives in Livonia, Michigan. His experience includes:
- 8 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.A. English Language Arts with a certificate in secondary English education and M.A. in Literature
- Professional Teaching Certificate
- NCTE, NCLE
Rosalee Lindner
Rosalee Lindner joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Retired Educator in Arizona Public School System and lives in Phoenix, Arizona. Her experience includes:
- 33 years of teaching experience
- 33 years of experience teaching ELA
- BS in Elementary Education; MA in Elementary Education
- Bilingual ELA
- AZ K-8 Elementary Education with endorsements; Reading Specialist and Bilingual Education
- International Literacy Association; NABE; Who's Who in American Education; AFT; NEA
Juliette Longchamp
Juliette Longchamp joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Director of Professional Programs at Vermont-NEA and lives in Montpelier, Vermont. Her experience includes:
- 34 years of teaching experience
- 30 years of experience teaching in classrooms
- Ed.D. University of Vermont; M.A. Columbia University; B.S. University of Vermont
- National Board Certified Teacher - Early Adolescent Generalist; Middle School Certification with Endorsements in Math, Science, English Language Arts, Social Studies, K-6 General Elementary, K-8 Special Education
- AMLE, ASCD, NCTM, NEA, NBPTS; Learning Forward
Christina Lutz-Doemling
Christina Lutz-Doemling joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently a Director of Curriculum & Assessment in Catasauqua Area School District and lives in Catasauqua, Pennsylvania. Her experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- 5 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.S. Biology, M.S. Education , Ed.D. Educational Leadership
- Certified Superintendent Letter of Eligibility K-12, Secondary Principal 7-12, Biology 7-12, General Science 7-12
- ASCD, SAP Core Advocate, PASCD
Tammy Macy
Tammy Macy joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Curriculum and Assessment Specialist in Sweetwater County School District and lives in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Her experience includes:
- 21 years of teaching experience
- 21 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education; Masters in Curriculum and Instruction; Ed.S in K-12 Leadership
- Certified in Early Childhood K-12 Leadership
- ASCD, International Literacy Association, ISTE, NCTE, NCTM, NEA, NCSM
- International Reading Association (IRA), State/local curriculum and textbook adoption review committee
Lisa Maglic
Lisa Maglic joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a TSA, Curriculum and Instruction and lives in Fresno, California. Her experience includes:
- 15 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching ELA
- ELD; Reading Intervention; Literacy Specialist; Curriculum Support Provider
- BA English; Single-Subject Teaching Credential
- CLAD; BCLAD
- CTA; FTA; Who's Who Amongst America's Best Educators; Master's Program Cohort FUSD
Kristie Marks
Kristie Marks joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Classroom teacher in Utica Community Schools and lives in Macomb, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 16 years of teaching experience
- 16 years of experience teaching ELA
- Teacher Leader
- Master of Education; Bachelor of Science in Education
- Elementary K-5 all subjects (K-8 All Subjects Self Contained Classroom); English (BA) 6-8
- NEA; MEA; ILA; MRA
Martha Mason
Martha Mason joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a Professional Learning Coach in Shelby County Schools and lives in Bartlett, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 15 years teaching experience
- 15 years experience teaching math
- 2 years as a TN Common Core Math Coach; 3 years as a District Math Trainer; 4 years as Math Curriculum Writer in Shelby County Schools; 1.5 years as a University of Memphis Core Math Coach
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Master of Arts in Educational Administration and Supervision; and Education Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction
- TN 1-6 Elementary 1-6; National Board Certification in Middle Childhood Generalist; FL K-5
- Memphis Association for Teachers of Mathematics; National Educators Association
- 2013 Irreplaceable Teacher Award; 2012 Making the Grade Teacher; 2011 Teacher Effectiveness Initiative "I TEACH" Pioneer Practitioner; 2010-2011 District Model Mathematics Classroom; 2013 MATOM Conference Presenter; 2011 School Seed Award; 2014 Recipient
Tracy Matakas
Tracy Matakas joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MTDTTGY in Peoria Unified School District #11 and lives in Buckeye, Arizona. Her experience includes:
- 17 years of teaching experience
- 17 years of experience teaching math
- Bachelor's in Secondary Math Education, Masters in Curriculum & Instruction for K-14 Mathematics
- AZ 9-12 Math Teaching Cert
- NCTM, NCSM, AZ Math Leaders, ASCD, Mathematics Achievement Award, Curriculum & Instruction Leadership Team, K-12 Math Curriculum Writing Facilitator, K-12 Math Professional Development Facilitator
Alicia Mayers
Alicia Mayers joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Teacher in Washoe County School District and lives in Reno, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 18 years of teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA in Geoscience, MA in TESOL
- NV Teacher License, ELL Endorsement
- SAP Core Advocate
Natalie McCutchen
Natalie McCutchen joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a teacher in Simpson County Schools and lives in Woodburn, Kentucky. Her experience includes:
- 10 years teaching experience
- 10 years experience teaching math
- 3 years as Math Design Collaborative Teacher Leader; Member of District Common Core Implementation Team in Simpson County Schools; Attended PARCC Item Review Boot Camp--February 2014; NEA GPS Network Facilitator for 7th Grade Common Core; Member of Kentuc
- Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Education; Master of Instructional Leadership
- KY Middle Grades Education, Mathematics and Science; National Board Certification in Early Adolescent Mathematics
- Kentucky Education Association; NEA; Kentucky Council of Teachers of Mathematics; NCTM; ASCD; KyASCD; Learning Forward
- Campbellsville University Excellence in Teaching Award 2012; Franklin Simpson Educational Excellence Foundation Excellence Educator 2014; Kentucky Council Teachers of Mathematics Middle School Vice-President
Ronique McDaniel
Ronique McDaniel joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a General Education Classroom Teacher in Prince George's County Public Schools and lives in Laurel, Maryland. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education, Masters in Early Childhood Education
- Certified in Pre-K through middle school
- NEA;Teach Plus
Heather McDonald
Heather McDonald joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Literacy Consultant and Teacher in Guildford County School District and lives in Kernersville, North Carolina. Her experience includes:
- 17 years of teaching experience
- 17 years of experience teaching ELA
- BS Education; MED and Reading Specialist
- K-12 Reading Specialist and K-12 Literacy Coach; Master Literacy trainer; Helps Literacy trainer; Master trainer with Dibels; trained problem and project based learning coach
- K-8 Math; Science; Social Studies; ELA 9-12
- Member of the International Reading Association; Currently serves on the Help Literacy Advisory Committee
Amy McLaughlin
Amy McLaughlin joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Director of Special Programs at Finley School District and lives in Kennewick, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 22 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching ELA
- ELA Instructional Coach (2 years); PD Provider (2 years); District ELA Committee (3 years)
- Master of Arts in Teaching, Bachelor of Arts in Education
- Residency Administrator, Continuing Teacher, National Board- Middle Childhood Generalist, Consistency Index Scorer
- ASCD, NCTE, NCTM, NEA, NBPTS
Jarita Mitchell
Jarita Mitchell joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Instructional Support Advisor and Literacy Coach at Shelby County Schools and lives in Cordova, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Science in Education; Master of Science in Leadership; Doctorate of Education in Instruction and Curriculum Leadership
- Certifications in all grades 1-8; Special Teacher Reading K-12; Professional Administrator K-12; Superintendent License
- International Literacy Association, NEA, Memphis Education Associate, Tennessee Education Association
Jillian Mitchell
Jillian Mitchell joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in February 2018. She is currently an Elementary ELA Literacy and Intervention Specialist in Brandywine School District and lives in Wilmington, Delaware. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Masters Degree in Reading; currently pursuing Doctorate in Educational Leadership
- Certified Teacher of Elementary Grades K-6; Teacher Middle Level Grades 6-8; Teacher of Middle Level English Language Arts Grades 6-8; Teacher of Middle Level Social Studies Grades 6-8; Reading Specialist; Teacher of Exceptional Children Grades K-12
- International Literacy Association, NEA, DSEA
Becky Mohr
Becky Mohr joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Literacy Coach and District Assessment Coordinator in Brandon Valley School District and lives in Brandon, South Dakota. Her experience includes:
- 32 years of teaching experience
- 29 years of experience teaching ELA
- Master's Degree in Educational Leadership
- Reading Specialist Endorsement
- ASCD; AMLE; SDAMLE; Educational Leadership; 2005 Middle Level Teacher of the Year for South Dakota
- International Literacy Association, ISTE, NCTE
Mary Mooney
Mary Mooney joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a Math Teaching Specialist in Milwaukee Public Schools and lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Her experience includes:
- 17 years teaching experience
- 17 years experience teaching math
- Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Math Education
- WI 400
- NCTM; NCSM
Kristen Moore
Kristen Moore joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently a Mathematics Department Chair at FlexTech High School and lives in Howell, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 5 years of teaching experience
- 5 years of experience teaching mathematics
- B.A. Mathematics, M.A. Teaching and Curriculum
- Project-Based Learning (PBL) Teacher
- NCTM
Jessica Moore
Jessica Moore joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Middle School Language Arts Teacher in Weld County School District and lives in Platteville, Colorado. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA, MA, EdS (in progress)
- America Achieves, SAP Core Advocate, Teach Plus
Angela Motter
Angela Motter joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently a 3rd Grade Classroom Teacher and Learning Strategist at Washoe County School District and lives in Reno, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 19 years of teaching experience
- 18 years of experience teaching math
- Bachelors Degree in Speech Communication and Masters in Elementary Education
- NCTM, Nevada Ready Teacher Ambassador, Student Achievement Partners Core Advocate, WCSD Math Content Leader Team
Diane Neal
Diane Neal joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Language Arts Teacher in Idaho Distance Education Academy and lives in Middleton, Idaho. Her experience includes:
- 31 years of teaching experience
- 31 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.A. Liberal Studies; M.S Educational Technology
- Certified Elementary Principal, Teaching K-8
- ASCD, International Literacy Association, ISTE, NCTE, PBS Digital Innovator, Discovery Den Star
Cynthia Salley Nicholson
Cynthia Salley Nicholson joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Dean and English Education Coordinator at Chowan University and lives in Murfreesboro, North Carolina. Her experience includes:
- 24 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching in classrooms
- PhD - English Education; MA - English; Teaching Certificate; BA - English
- Virginia Department of Education Postgraduate Professional License in English
- International Literacy Association; NCTE
Donald Nicolas
Donald Nicolas joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. He is currently a Teacher in Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary and lives in Pembroke Pines, Florida. His experience includes:
- 13 years of teaching experience
- 13 years of experience teaching ELA
- Masters Degree in Educational Leadership
- Certified in Educational Leadership
- AFT, NEA
Rhonda Niemi
Rhonda Niemi joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Program Director at Jefferson County Public Schools and lives in Louisville, Kentucky. Her experience includes:
- 32 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching in classrooms
- B.S., M.A.T.
- ASCD, NCTM, NEA, SAP Core Advocate, NBPTS, NCSM
- KCTM, GLCTM, Program committee for NCTM 2000 Annual Meeting; NBCT Mathematics Early Adolescence
Sheila Nugent
Sheila Nugent joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently a Curriculum Specialist in Simsboro High School and lives in Ruston, Louisiana. Her experience includes:
- 23 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelors, Masters in Curriculum and Instruction, Masters in Educational Leadership, Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction
- Certified in Elementary Education, grades 1-8; school librarian; educational leader (principal)
- AFT, NCTM, APEL, NISL, LASE
Alicia Nutall
Alicia Nutall joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Instructional Support Analyst in Shelby County School District and lives in Memphis, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching ELA
- Associate's Degree (Elementary Education) Bachelor's Degree (Elementary Education) Master's Degree (School Leadership) Educational Specialists (School Leadership)
- NEA
Kimberly Osborne
Kimberly Osborne joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2014. She is currently an Assistant Principal in Murfreesboro City Schools and Tennessee Department of Education Leadership Coach and lives in Columbia, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 13 years of teaching experience
- 10 years experience teaching math
- 1 year as a Numeracy Coach in Metro Nashville Public Schools
- Bachelor of Science in Health Education; Master of Science in Health Education; Education Specialst in Administration and Supervision
- TN K-8 all content subjects; TN K-12 Health Education
- ASCD; IRA; NCTM
Kat Overhauser Smith
Kat Overhauser Smith joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Early Literacy Instructor at Washington State University and lives in Cheney, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching ELA
- Reading motivation and picture books
- Masters in Teaching
- National Board Certification in Middle Generalist; K-8 Elementary Education; Washington State Reading Certification
- Washington Core Advocate; Washington Education Association ELA Trainer; Yelm School District Elementary Teacher of the Year 2012-2013; West Plains Teacher of the Year 2014-2015
Jennifer Panczyszyn
Jennifer joined the EdReports Content Review Team in June 2018. She is based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of experience in education
- B.S Biological Science and M.Ed Curriculum and Instruction
- Nevada State Science Teachers Association
Kirsten Parr
Kirsten Parr joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Director of Educational Services in Illini Central District Office and lives in Mason City, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 18 years of teaching experience
- 13 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education, MA in Teaching and Leadership
- Administrative (Type 75) Certification
- ASCD; NEA; State/local curriculum textbook adoption review committee; State/local leadership program; instructional fellow; task force member; teacher leader)
Karen Parrino
Karen Parrino joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Educator in Livingston Parish Public Schools and lives in Denham Springs, Louisiana. Her experience includes:
- 27 years of teaching experience
- 27 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.S., M. Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction
- National Board Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, Teacher Leader Certification
- America Achieves, SAP Core Advocate, NBPTS
- NSTA, LSTA, A+Pel
- Teacher Leader Advisor for the Louisiana State Dept. of Education; America Achieves; SAP Core Advocate
Renee Parsley
Renee Parsley joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a District Math Specialist (5-12), Capital School District, Dover DE and lives in Milford, Delaware. Her experience includes:
- 23 years of teaching experience
- 22 years of experience teaching math
- HS Math, CTE- Math Content Integrated Lessons, Supervision of K-12 Mathematics Programs, Math and Science Partnership Grants, Math Professional Development
- BA Mathematics, MS Physics Education
- NBCT Adolescence and Adulthood Mathematics, Delaware 6-12 Mathematics and Leadership Certificates
- DE Math Coalition, DE STEM Council, NCTM/DCTM, NCSM. Recently awarded over 90K for 2016-17 professional development grants in conjunction with 3 district schools.
Jesse Parsley
Jesse Parsley joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. He is currently a Classroom Teacher and lives in Milford, Delaware. His experience includes:
- 13 years of teaching experience
- 6 years of experience teaching mathematics
- America Achieves National Fellow
Donna Payne
Donna Payne joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Classroom Teacher in Pittsburgh Public Schools and lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Her experience includes:
- 15 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelors in English; Masters in special education; Curriculum and instruction doctoral candidate
- English 7-12; Reading Specialist; Special Education
Suzi Pearson Slaton
Suzi Pearson Slaton joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Classroom teacher in Mead School District and lives in Mead, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 17 years of teaching experience
- 17 years of experience teaching ELA
- 8 years of experience on District Language Arts Team; 5 years of experience as Curriculum Team Facilitator; 6 years of experience as President of Inland Northwest Reading Association
- Bachelor of Business Administration; Juris Doctor; Masters of Law in Taxation; Endorsements in Elementary Education; Reading; English as a Second Language Arts; Marketing Education; and Philosophy
- WA Continuing Certificate; National Board Certification in Middle Childhood; Generalist NBCT
Carla Pesce
Carla Pesce joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Exceptional Children's Teacher K-5 in Bertie County Public School District and lives in Windsor, North Carolina. Her experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 14 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA in Elementary Education; M.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction
- NC Teaching Certifications K-6; Middle Grades ELA 6-9
- ASCD; PENC
Krystal Phauls
Krystal Phauls joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Instructional Lead Teacher in Prince George's County Public School District and lives in Lanham, Maryland. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 7 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Master's of Science in Educational Administration and Master's of Education in Reading Education
- Administration I & II, Reading Specialist, General Education 1-8
- NEA
Shelly Poss
Shelly Poss joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a RTI/Literacy specialist and lives in Las Vegas, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 14 years teaching experience
- 14 years experience teaching math
- 1 year as Math Common Core Teacher Leader in Clark County Schools
- Master of Education Curriculum and Instruction, Master of Education Educational Leadership
- District Curriculum Specialist for 5 years
- NV K-5 Elementary Education; National Board Certification in Early/Middle Childhood Literacy; TESOL certification; Educational Technology certification; High Stakes Testing in a Diverse Classroom certification
- Presidential Award For Excellence in Mathematics Teaching, Board Member for the Southern Nevada Chapter of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Rick Powels
Rick Powels joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. He is currently a teacher in Los Angeles Unified School District and lives in Northridge, California. His experience includes:
- 25 years teaching experience
- 25 years experience teaching math
- 25 years experience teaching ELA
- 4 years as Presenter of Professional Development in Los Angeles Unified School District
- Bachelors of Arts
- CA Elementary, Multiple Subject Credential; National Board Certification in Middle Childhood, Generalist; Google App Certified
- NCTM; National Board of Professional Teaching Standards
- School leadership team member for both National Blue Ribbon School and California Distinguished School;Member of the National Council of Teachers of English
Jessica Prayer
Jessica Prayer joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a National Board Certified teacher in Elizabeth City Pasquotank Public Schools and lives in Camden, North Carolina. Her experience includes:
- 11 years of teaching experience
- 11 years of experience teaching ELA
- Positive Behavior Interventions and Support Coach
- Literacy Content Advisory Reviewer for National Board Professional Teaching Standards
- Master of Arts in Childhood Education from New York University; Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Elizabeth City State University
- Early and Middle Childhood/Literacy: Reading Language Arts NBPTS Certification Academically/Intellectually Gifted Certification
- International Reading Association Member; Governor’s Teachers Network Award; NEA Student Achievement Award; Promoting Innovations in Science and Mathematics Award; Bright Ideas Education Grant Recipient; Donorschoose.org grant recipient; Featured in EdWe
Kathy Prummer
Kathy Prummer joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently a Teacher at Lake Pend Oreille School District and lives in Sandpoint, Idaho. Her experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 10 years of experience teaching math
- Participant in National Science Foundation grant project Making Math Reasoning Explicit (2011-present), Co-Facilitator of District Math Adoption (2015-16), Co-Facilitator of District Math Leadership Team (2013-15), Now through the NSF grant for Making Mat
- B.S from University of Oregon, M.Ed from University of Idaho
- K/8, Reading Endorsement K/12, Health Endorsement 6/12
- Working with Regional Math Leadership Team Region I Idaho, member of NCTM, recently published "Persevering with Prisms" in NCTM's April 2016 Math Teaching in the Middle School, Idaho State Finalist Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Tea
Amanda Raupp
Amanda Raupp joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently an Educator at Hartland Consolidated Schools and lives in Hartland, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 4 years of teaching experience
- 4 years of experience teaching math
- BS Mathematics at the University of Michigan - Dearborn; MA in Teaching & Curriculum at Michigan State University
- MI Secondary Education 6-12 Mathematics and MI Secondary Education 6-12 Psychology
- NCTM
Anni Reinking
Anni Reinking joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Director of Mathematics at Southern Illinois University and lives in Peoria, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 11 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- Doctorate (including ABD)
- Teach For America, Division of Early Childhood (DEC); NCTE
- IL Certified Teacher, IN Certified Teacher
Kathi Rhodus
Kathi Rhodus joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Illinois State Board of Education ELA Content Specialist and lives in Carlinville, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 25 years of teaching experience
- 25 years of experience teaching ELA
- 15 years of experience in ELA Professional Development
- Statewide Training of ELA Initiatives for 15 years
- Bachelor of Science in Education (K-9); Specialty in Reading; Masters of Teaching and Learning
- Gifted Certification
- Member of the Illinois Reading Council and the nternational Literacy Association
Allison Rivenbark
Allison Rivenbark joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Classroom teacher in Fulton County Schools and lives in Roswell, Georgia. Her experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 14 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.S. of Education in Middle Grades from the University of Georgia; M.Ed. in English Education from Kennesaw State University
- PK-8 in elementary education, social science, reading and language arts
- Master Teacher in Georgia; Professional Learning Facilitator
Michael Roach
Michael Roach joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. He is currently a Professor at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis and lives in Greenwood, Indiana. His experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching math
- BA and MS, Ball State University
Andrea Rodrigue
Andrea Rodrigue joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently an elementary school principal in Terrebonne Parish School District and lives in Houma, Louisiana. Her experience includes:
- 12 years in the classroom, 4 years as a Lead Teacher/ District Support, 3 years as a school administrator
- 6 years of experience teaching math, 8 years leading ELA teachers and literacy initiatives
- BA in Psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio; M. Ed. in Educational Technology Leadership from Northwestern State University
- NBCT Early Childhood Generalist, Elementary Certified PreK-8, Education Leader Level 2, Education Technology Leader, Teacher Leader
- Member of Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana, Louisiana Association of School Executives, Terrebonne Principals' Association, Treasurer, and Louisiana Association of Computer Using Educators, Author, co-author, and winner of numerous grant awa
Rachel Rosales
Rachel Rosales joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a Lead Math Teacher at Apollo High School and lives in Owensboro, Kentucky. Her experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching math
- Bachelor's in Education; Master's in Education; Ed.D.
- National Board Certification; NCTM; NEA; NBPTS
Michael Russom
Michael Russom joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2014. He is currently a Math Specialist at Yes Prep Public Schools Memphis and lives in Cordova, Tennessee. His experience includes:
- 4 years teaching experience
- 4 years experience teaching math
- 1 year as Course Leader at Achievement School District
- Bachelor of Science in Communications; Master of Arts in Teaching
- TN K-8 Mathematics
- Tennessee Common Core State Trainer; Nashville Teaching Fellows
Teresa Ryan
Teresa Ryan joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a K-12 District Math Specialist at Napa Valley Unified and lives in Vacaville, California. Her experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 11 years of experience teaching math
- District Math Specialist
- ADN, BS Mathematics, M.Ed. Math Education
- Cognitive Coaching
- ASCD, NCTM, SAP Core Advocate, NCSM, CMC
Jenny Sagrillo
Jenny Sagrillo joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently an I am on leave of absence from Milwaukee Public Schools working as a graduate research assistant at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee (where I am now a full-time graduate student) and lives in Milwakee, Wisconsin. Her experience includes:
- 21 years of teaching experience
- 21 years of experience teaching math
- BS in Education, math major; MS in Curriculum and Instruction
- Secondary mathematics, National Board Certified Teacher in Adolescent and Young Adult Mathematics
- NCTM, Wisconsin Mathematics Council (WMC). Currently working at UWM on an NSF-funded Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program grant at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee.
Joshua Sawyer
Joshua Sawyer joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. He is currently a Teacher at Northeastern High School and lives in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. His experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 14 years of experience teaching math
- BSPH - Biostatistics, MAEd - Curriculum and Instruction
- 2007 - National Board certification (AYA/Math)
- NEA, NBPTS
Morgan Saxby
Morgan Saxby joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2014. He is currently a teacher in Chesterfield County Public Schools and lives in North Chesterfield, Virginia. His experience includes:
- 7 years teaching experience
- 7 years experience teaching math
- Bachelor of Arts in English and American Studies; Master of Arts in Teaching
- Worked on standards and assessment development/review
- VA K-6 Middle School Mathematics; History/Social Science; and English
- NEA, NCTM, Illustrative Mathematics
Cheryl Schafer
Cheryl Schafer joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a retired educator and lives in Staten Island, New York. Her experience includes:
- 30 years teaching experience
- 29 years experience teaching math
- 10 years as a Math Coach in NYC districts 1, 2 and 31, 2.5 years as NYC Common Core Math Fellow, 2 years as Math for America Leadership Fellow, 7 years as Content Specialist and Trainer for scoring state exams, 1 year as Lead Teacher, 2 years Inquiry Team
- Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Psychology; Master of Science in Education
- NYS 7-12 Math; NYC JHS/DHS Mathematics; NJ Teacher of Mathematics; NYS Common Branch; NYS SAS
Tammy Schales
Tammy Schales joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently a Classroom Teacher and lives in Ruston, Louisiana. Her experience includes:
- 25 years of teaching experience
- 25 years of experience teaching ELA
- Master's Degree
- Lower elementary education certified
- SAP Core Advocate
Anne Schmidt
Anne Schmidt joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently a Teacher in Bremerton School District and lives in Poulsbo, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching ELA
- Master's Degree
- Certified K-12 Physical Education, 4-12 Health, 4-12 English, National Board Certified Teacher - Adolescent ELA
- NEA, NBPTS
Cynthia Schoonover
Cynthia Schoonover joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in August 2015. She is currently an Academic Coach in Milwaukee Public Schools and lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Her experience includes:
- 8 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching mathematics
- Bachelor of Art in Secondary Education, Masters of Education in Teaching, Learning, and Leadership, and Masters of Educational Leadership
- Member of WI DPI Coaching Network, Wisconsin Math Council, and National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics.
Sara Schwerdtfeger
Sara Schwerdtfeger joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a Professor at Emporia State University and lives in Emporia, Kansas. Her experience includes:
- 19 years teaching experience
- 19 years experience teaching math
- BSE in Elementary Education, MSE in Elementary Education, Ph.D in Curriculum and Instruction with Mathematics Education
- ESL endorsement K-12, Building Administration K-12
- National Supervisor of Teachers of Mathematics; Math and Science Programs, National Association of Professional Development Schools; Kansas National Teachers Association
- Hopkins Star Educator Award 2013
Vanessa Shelburne
Vanessa Shelburne joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently a Science Specialist in Southwest Arkansas Education Cooperative and lives in Hope, Arkansas. Her experience includes:
- 18 years of teaching experience
- 17 years of experience teaching Science
- BSE, Biology/MST Biology
- Certified in 7-12 All Sciences, 4-12 Business Technology, 7-12 Computer Science
- NEA, NBPTS, NSTA, Arkansas Science Teachers Association
Jeanine Sheppard
Jeanine Sheppard joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a Classroom Teacher in West Washington County Community Unit District #10 and lives in Saint Libory, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 8 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching math
- MAEd McKendree University, BS Veterinary Science
- Recently became a Math Content Specialist for Illinois State Board of Education
Tara Shepson
Tara Shepson joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in April 2018. She is currently a Reading Specialist in Fife School District and lives in Milton, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 16 years of teaching experience
- 11 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Education, Master of Educational Leadership
- National Board Certification: Early & Middle Childhood Literacy
- NBPTS
Char Shyrock
Char Shyrock joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2018. She is currently a Director of Curriculum and Instruction in Bay Village City Schools and lives in Bay Village, Ohio. Her experience includes:
- 30 years of teaching experience
- 22 years of experience teaching math
- BS, MAEd
- Certified in Gr 7-12 ELA, Biology, Gen. Science, Gr 4-12 Principal, Superintendent
- ASCD, NCTE, NCTM, NEA, SAP Core Advocate
- NSTA, Collaborative for Student Success Teacher Champion, Achieve (Student Work Protocol), Center Point Education Advisory Board
Toni Siedel-Dutton
Toni Siedel-Dutton joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an English Teacher in Lincoln Public Schools and lives in Lincoln, Nebraska. Her experience includes:
- 28 years of teaching experience
- 28 years of experience teaching ELA
- BS in Education with endorsements in English and history; MA in Curriculum and Instruction
- NCTE
Beth Simpson
Beth Simpson joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Project Specialist for Puyallup School District and lives in Puyallup, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 16 years of teaching experience
- 16 years of experience teaching ELA
- ELA Assessment Specialist
- Bachelor in Elementary Education with reading focus; Master's in Literacy
- Administrative Credentials
- Washington Educational Research Assoctiation
Denise Sizemore
Denise Sizemore joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Teacher in Columbus City Schools and lives in Columbus, Ohio. Her experience includes:
- 20 years of teaching experience
- 20 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor's Degree/M.Ed
- Certified in OH Elementary 1-8
- AMLE, NEA, OEA
Shelby Skaanes
Shelby Skaanes joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an Education Consultant in SJS Educational Consulting and lives in Fox Island, Washington. Her experience includes:
- 25 years of teaching experience
- 11 years of experience teaching ELA
- BAE, Masters in Education with a focus on Technology
- Certified Reading K-8 teacher
- Teach Plus
Scott Slechta
Scott Slechta joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. He is currently a Teacher, Academy Director and Adjunct Professor in Des Moines Area Community College and Simpson College and lives in Des Moines, Iowa. His experience includes:
- 37 years of teaching experience
- 36 years of teaching experience
- 35 years of experience teaching in classrooms
- B. A., M.A., doctoral candidate
- National Board of Professional Teaching Standards Certified
- NCTE, NEA, NNSTOY, NBPTS
- NCTE; NEA; NNSTOY
- Educational Theatre Association / Iowa Thespian Association, Iowa High School Speech Association, Iowa State Education Association
- Iowa High School Speech Association, Iowa Thespians; Iowa Council of Teachers of English; Authentic Intellectual Work coach; 2016 Iowa Teacher of the Year
- 2016 Iowa Teacher of the Year
Kathleen Smith
Kathleen Smith joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently a Mathematics Instructor and lives in Champaign, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 46 years of teaching experience
- 44 years of teaching experience
- 46 years of experience teaching mathematics
- 43 years of experience teaching mathematics
- BS Mathematics, BS Mathematics Education, Masters of ED
- BS Mathematics BS Mathematics Education MS Curriculum and Instruction
- Board Certification for Adolescent and Young Adult Mathematics
- CPAM, ICTM (Illinois), IMTE (Illinois), NCTM, Presidential Awardee, Toyota TIME Grant, I work with the Regional Office of Education doing PD related to STEM, AFT, NCTM.
- CPAM, ICTM (Illinois), IMTE (Illinois), NCTM, Presidential Awardee, Toyota TIME Grant, I work with the Regional Office of Education doing PD related to STEM.
- Mathematics teacher at middle school, high school and university level
Davida Smith-Keita
Davida Smith-Keita joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Instructional Coach at GRAD Academy and lives in Cordova, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 13 years of teaching experience
- 13 years of experience teaching ELA
- M.A. in English
- National Board Certification
- NCTE, NBPTS
Kasey Spencer
Kasey Spencer joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently a Senior Vice President of Product Development at Oxford Academy and lives in Lakewood, California. Her experience includes:
- 24 years of teaching experience
- 24 years of experience teaching ELA
- BA in Literature; MA in Literacy and Composition
- National Writing Project; 2016 Anaheim Union High School District Teacher of the Year; iNACOL; NEA
- Professional Clear Secondary Education
Cassandra Squires
Cassandra Squires joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Coordinator of Teaching and Learning at Lakewood City Schools and lives in Lakewood, Ohio. Her experience includes:
- 7 years of teaching experience
- 4 years of experience teaching math
- BSE in Mathematics
- ASCD, NCTM
Kim Stout
Kim Stout joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Fourth Grade Teacher at Four Georgians Elementary School and lives in Helena, Montana. Her experience includes:
- 17 years of teaching experience
- 17 years of experience teaching in the classroom
- BA: Elementary Education MA: Curriculum and Instruction
- Certified in NBCT, Literacy, Reading and Language Arts TLI Graduate: 2016
- NEA
Paul Struska
Paul Struska joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. He is currently an Assistant Principal in Volusia County Schools and lives in Daytona Beach, Florida. His experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 5 years of experience teaching in ELA and Math
- BS - Music Education; M.Ed. - Ed. Leadership
- Certified in Music K-12, Spanish K-12, Elementary Education K-6, Educational Leadership - All Levels
- NCTM, Volusia Association of School Administrators (VASA)
Adrianne Sublett
Adrianne Sublett joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Instructional Literacy Advisor in Shelby County School District and lives in Bartlett, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 14 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.S. Elementary Education; M.S. Curriculum and Instruction; Ed.S. Administration and Supervision
- Elementary Education K-8 and Administration PreK-12
- ASCD; International Literacy Association; NEA; SAP Core Advocate
Carolyn Taylor
Carolyn Taylor joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an Education Specialist in The UCAP School and lives in Warwick, Rhode Island. Her experience includes:
- 15 years of teaching experience
- 5 years of experience teaching ELA
- Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study, Masters in Special Education Administration, Multicultural Urban Education
- Certified Principal, Special Education Administration, English Language Learner Coordinator, Secondary Social Studies and Special Education
- ARIASE - Association of Rhode Island Administrators of Special Education, RIASP - Rhode Island Association of School Principals, CEC- Council for Exceptional Children, ASCD- Association for Curriculum Development, RITELL - Rhode Island Teachers of English
- Rhode Island Learning Champion, Rhode Island Ambassador for the Common Core, Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Career (PARCC) Educator Leaders Cadre, EQuip Achieve the Core Consultant/model lesson reviewer, Rhode Island Education Spe
- Rhode Island Society of Technology Educators (RISTE), NAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress) Assessment Administrator, OSHEAN, Adv
Jianna Taylor
Jianna Taylor joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently an ELA, MTSS, & School Improvement Coordinator in West Bloomfield School District and lives in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor's and Master's
- NCTE, NEA
Betsy Tonniges
Betsy Tonniges joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently a Principal in Lincoln Public Schools and lives in Lincoln, Nebraska. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- 8 years of experience in administration and teaching
- BA, MA, Ed. D.
- NBPTS Certified
- ASCD, International Literacy Association, NCTM, NBPTS
Heidi Towne
Heidi Towne joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2014. She is currently an Education Associate at CT3 and lives in Detroit, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 12 years teaching experience
- 5 years experience teaching math
- 1 year as an Assistant Principal ; 1 year as a Director of New Teacher Development at KIPP New Orleans
- Bachelor of Arts in Women’s Studies and Psychology; Master of Special Education and Early Childhood Education
- NCTE, NCTM, NCSM
- Teach For America, KIPP, Accelerate Institute
Takashia Turner
Takashia Turner joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an Education Advisor in Shelby County Schools and lives in Memphis, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 18 years of teaching experience
- 7 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.S., Master's of Arts in Teaching, and Education Specialist
- ASCD, International Literacy Association, TEA, NEA, National Association of Elementary School Principals.
Minna Turrell
Minna Turrell joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2018. She is currently a Secondary Science Consultant at St. Clair County Regional Educational Service agency and lives in St. Clair, Michigan. Her experience includes:
- 12 years of teaching experience
- BA - Secondary Education and Teaching, M.A. - Educational Leadership and Administration
- MSTA, MSELA, AMTA
Joann Vaccariello
Joann Vaccariello joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in March 2018. She is currently a Learning Strategist in Clark County School District and lives in Las Vegas, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 23 years of teaching experience
- 19 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor’s and Master’s
- Certified in Secondary (7-12) English Education; Curriculum and Instruction
- ASCD, NCTE
Rachelle Vasko
Rachelle Vasko joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a 2nd Grade Teacher in Crest Ridge Elementary School and lives in Centerview, Missouri. Her experience includes:
- 23 years of teaching experience
- 22 years of teaching experience
- 23 years of experience teaching ELA
- 22 years of experience teaching ELA
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Masters in Teaching
- Certified in Elementary 1-8, Middle School 4-8 ELA, Math, Social Studies
- Elementary Education Grades 1-8, Middle School Language Arts, Math, and Social Studies Grades 4-8
- NCTE; MSTA; Student Achievement Partners
Tanya Vest
Tanya Vest joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently an Education Consultant in EduOptimus and lives in Reeds Spring, Missouri. Her experience includes:
- 31 years of teaching experience
- 9 years of experience teaching ELA
- Doctorate degree
- Certified in Grades 7-12 Social Studies, Principal, Superintendent
- AASA, ASCD, NCTE, SAP Core Advocate
Carolyn Viss
Carolyn Viss joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2015. She is currently a Mathematics Project Coordinator at the Stanislaus County Office of Education and lives in Waterford, California. Her experience includes:
- 21 years of teaching experience
- 21 years of experience teaching math
- Three years teaching math in Wasolo, Democratic Republic of Congo, 15 years teaching in CA public high schools including 5 years instructional coach, 3 years K-12 administration, 3 years county office of education content specialist
- MA Education Technology
- 2007 High School Teacher of the Year, Stanislaus County
- NCTM; NCSM; ACSA
Susan Volbrecht
Susan Volbrecht joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Academic Interventionist in UNO Charter School Network and lives in Chicago, Illinois. Her experience includes:
- 11 years of teaching experience
- 11 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.A. in Telecommunications; M.F.A. in Creative Writing
- Illinois Standard Certification
- Currently active with ChiACTS union; Teach Plus (Policy Fellowship Alumnus; active in the Research Advisory Board); Catalyst Chicago; AFT; ASCD
Lane Walker
Lane Walker joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a math teacher at Francis Howell School District and lives in St. Charles, Missouri. Her experience includes:
- 16 years of teaching experience
- 16 years of experience teaching math
- E.D High School Math, Ed.D STEM
- National Board certified, HS math certified
- NCTM, NEA, NBPTS
- PAEMST 2013 MO State Finalist
Pua White
Pua White joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Response To Intervention Teacher at Hawaii DOE and lives in Ewa Beach, Hawaii. Her experience includes:
- 10 years of teaching experience
- 6 years of experience teaching in classrooms
- Master of Arts Teaching
- NEA
Peter Whitmore
Peter Whitmore joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. He is currently an Implementation Manager and lives in Murrieta, California. His experience includes:
- 17 years of teaching experience
- 17 years of experience teaching ELA
- Instructional Coach; Site Administrator; Curriculum Coordinator
- BA in English; MA in Educational Administration
- Clear Single Subject English Credential; CLAD; Clear Administrative Services Credential
- Teacher of the Year; SBAC Digital Library - State Network of Educators
Mary Williams
Mary Williams joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in October 2014. She is currently a K-12 Curriculum Coordinator, Eagle County Schools and lives in Eagle, Colorado. Her experience includes:
- 13 years teaching experience
- 10 years experience teaching math
- Bachelor of Arts in Middle School Mathematics Education; Master of Education in Mathematics Curriculum & Instruction
- CO 6-12 Math; 6-12 Science
- NCTM; Colorado Council of Teachers of Mathematics, NSTA
Jennifer Wilson
Jennifer Wilson joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2014. She is currently a HS Math Teacher and a District Curriculum Specialist in Rankin County School District and lives in Jackson, Mississippi. Her experience includes:
- 23 years teaching experience
- 23 years experience teaching math
- 2 years as a Distict Curriculum Specialst
- Bachelor of Science in Mathematics; Master of Science in Mathematics
- MS 7-12 Mathematics; AP Calculus certified; National Board Certification in Mathematics, Adolescent and Young Adult
- Presidential Award (PAEMST) Math, 2011; T3 Leadership Award, 2014
- PAEMST 2011, NCTM, NCSM, T3 (Teachers Teaching with Technology), Illustrative Mathematics, MDC (Mathematics Design Collaborative)
Casie Wise
Casie Wise joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in December 2015. She is currently an Educational Consultant with Cutting EDGEducation and lives in Cordoba, Tennessee. Her experience includes:
- 16 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of teaching experience
- 12 years of experience teaching ELA
- B.S.E, M.A., ABD
- Bachelor's in Secondary English Education; Master's in Teaching English as a Second Language; Doctorate in Instruction and Curriculum Leadership (ABD)
- NCTE, NEA, SAP Core Advocate, Teach Plus
- NCTE;NEA;SAP Core Advocate;Teach Plus
Donna Wood
Donna Wood joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2015. She is currently a Classroom teacher in Washoe County School District and lives in Reno, Nevada. Her experience includes:
- 15 years of teaching experience
- 15 years of experience teaching math
- Washoe County District Math Team Member
- B.A. Education and M.Ed. Literacy
- National Board Certification Candidate
- Nevada Core Advocate Captain, Nevada Ready Ambassador, Nevada Teaching Corps. Coach
Taresa Wright-Fraser
Taresa Wright-Fraser joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2017. She is currently an Instructional Leadership Officer in Saint Louis Public Schools and lives in Saint Charles, Missouri. Her experience includes:
- 21 years of teaching experience
- 21 years of experience teaching math
- Ph.D.
- Middle School Math and science, Superintendent pending
- NEA, American Federation of Teachers (AFT),National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM),National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics (NCSM), Math Educators of Greater St. Louis
Amy Youngblood
Amy Youngblood joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in June 2014. She is currently a Founder and Executive Director of EduOptimus and lives in Nixa, Missouri. Her experience includes:
- 16 years teaching experience
- 16 years experience teaching math
- 10 years as a state of Missouri Curriculum Consultant
- Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education; Master of Elementary Education
- MO Early Childhood
- ASCD, NCTM Teams: EQuIP Peer Review Panel, Fordham Assessment Review Team, Student Achievement Partners Core Advocate
- Grants awarded: 4 Missouri Preschool Grants (2 different districts), Department of Transportation Grant for Project Based Learning, SuccessLink Professional Development State Grant (5 times)
Yvonne de St. Croix
Yvonne de St. Croix joined the EdReports.org Content Review Team in July 2016. She is currently a Talented and Gifted Enrichment Educator in New MIlford Public Schools and lives in New Milford, Connecticut. Her experience includes:
- 16 years of teaching experience
- 11 years of experience teaching in classrooms
- Master's Degree
- AMLE, ASCD, Hope Street, International Literacy Association, ISTE, NCTE, NCTM, NEA, NBPTS, NCSM
- CAG, NAGT, WCGTC