Authors & Presenters

Janet Nuzzie is a published author with over 28 years of experience in mathematics education, including curriculum and leadership roles at the district, regional, and state level. She specializes in supporting campus leaders and teachers in the implementation of professional learning communities and has facilitated her district’s implementation of a multitiered system of supports for mathematics intervention.

Jackie Palmquist is a national presenter and educational consultant with over 30 years of high school classroom mathematics teaching and leading experience. Her leadership emphasizes and supports collaborative planning and current research-informed best instructional practices.

Randy Pippen, a consultant, has more than 40 years of experience teaching at the K–12 and college levels. Specializing in mathematics, he provides training on the PLC at Work™ process and CCSS.

Sue Pippen, a consultant, has more than 40 years of experience teaching at the K–12 and college levels. Specializing in mathematics, she provides training on the PLC at Work™ process and CCSS.

Sharon Rendon is director of professional learning for the CPM Educational Program, a nonprofit organization, where she specializes in designing and delivering professional learning for secondary math teachers.

B. Michelle Rinehart is an assistant superintendent, mathematics specialist, and instructional coach. As a former high school mathematics and science teacher, she is passionate about helping educators leverage high-impact teaching practices.

Georgina Rivera is an elementary school principal with over 20 years of experience in public education. She works with educators and leaders to build collaborative teams and ensure all students receive high-quality mathematics instruction.

George J. Roy, PhD, is an associate professor of mathematics education at the University of South Carolina. He teaches mathematics methods courses in the Department of Instruction and Teacher Education.

Chepina Rumsey, PhD, is an associate professor of mathematics education at the University of Northern Iowa (UNI). In addition to teaching, Chepina leads professional development initiatives and contributes as a consultant for curriculum development companies.

Farshid Safi, PhD, is an assistant professor of mathematics education at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando. Dr. Safi focuses on developing prospective teachers’ conceptual understanding of elementary and secondary mathematics, as well as connecting mathematical topics through the use of technology and dynamic software.