Authors & Presenters
- Connie Schrock
Connie Schrock, PhD, is a professor of mathematics, computer science, and economics at Emporia State University. She also leads a task force that supports the Common Core State Standards for mathematics.
- Sarah Schuhl
Sarah Schuhl specializes in professional learning communities, mathematics, assessment, school improvement, and RTI. She has been a secondary mathematics teacher, high school instructional coach, and K–12 mathematics specialist.
- Chris Shore
Chris is a dynamic presenter and educator with over three decades of education experience. His vision and guidance have led schools to significant improvements in teacher efficacy and student learning.
- Mignon Smith
Mignon Smith is an Assistant Principal at a middle school in the District of Columbia. Previously, she served as a math instructional specialist (grades K-8), curriculum planner, math department chair, grade level chair and math and physics teacher. She has taught in public, charter and private school environments across elementary, middle, and high school.
- Rea Smith
Rea Smith is a mathematics facilitator in northwest Arkansas. She passionately supports the work of professional learning communities with a focus on common assessments to improve student and teacher learning.
- Mona Toncheff
Mona Toncheff, an educational presenter and author, has over 30 years of experience in public education. Mona works with educators and leaders nationwide to build collaborative teams and ensure all students receive high-quality mathematics instruction.
- Jennifer Wise
Jennifer Wise is an experienced mathematics educator currently serving at the district level as a K–12 mathematics coordinator in South Carolina. Over 15 years of experience have bred a commitment to ensuring all students receive high-quality mathematics instruction.
- Gwendolyn Zimmermann
Gwendolyn Zimmermann, PhD, is director of assessment, research, and evaluation at Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125, a model professional learning community district in Lincolnshire, Illinois.