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Shakiyya Bland, EdD, is the Founder of the community-based not-for-profit Center for Universal STEM and Humanities and the LRM Foundation’s Director of Education. She is also the Director of Educational Partnerships at a national math equity policy institute and a director on the board of TODOS: Mathematics for ALL. As a 2020-22 Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow, Dr. Bland contributed her expertise to both the U.S.

Valentina Gonzalez is a former teacher who has served over 25 years in education in her own classroom, as a district facilitator for English learners, a professional development specialist for Multilingual Learners, and an educational consultant. Her work’s primary focus has been on literacy, culture, and language.

Paige Bergin is a 22-year educator with experience as a teacher, instructional coach, and adjunct professor. She is currently serving Union Public Schools in Tulsa, Oklahoma as an instructional coach for PK-5th grade.

Terri Myers is a dedicated and passionate educator with over 30 years of experience in public education as a Teacher, Instructional Coach, School Improvement Grant Administrator, and Principal. Her educational reach has spanned three countries, numerous states, and multiple grade levels. As a skilled Turn-Around and Instructional Leader, she has supported and led the efforts in three secondary schools.

Alisa Barrett is in her 19th year in education, and is currently in her seventh year as the Director of Instruction for Greenfield Exempted Village Schools. She has taught kindergarten, first, and third grade in Tennessee and Ohio. Greenfield Exempted Village Schools was recognized as the first district to receive the Visible Learning Certified+ award in July of 2023.

Dr. Rhonda J. Finding is an experienced educator with over 25 years in the field. She currently works as an MTSS Coach with the Pinellas County School District. Additionally, Dr.

Carolyn Wood, EdD, currently serves as a Field Supervisor of Graduate Interns for the Teacher Education Program at DeSales University in Bethlehem, PA. Prior to this role, she had a forty-year career as an educator and administrator, including being a principal of an elementary school where she initiated PLC teams, developed learning support and enrichment programs.

Jacob Hampson is a math teacher at Health Sciences High and Middle College (HSHMC) in San Diego, California. His experience includes teaching middle and high school mathematics, supervising teacher candidates, and advising HSHMC’s student government. He holds a Masters of Arts in Education with an emphasis in Social and Emotional Learning, and is working towards earning a Master of Art in Mathematics.

Bethany LeMoyne is an accomplished educator who has been supporting educators and students for over two decades. She brings with her a wealth of experience in fostering effective teaching and learning practices and in leading for school improvement through strategic planning and implementation.

Tari Sexton, currently an Assistant Principal at St. Lucie Public Schools in Port St. Lucie, FL, has a long history of experience in education. Before her current role, she worked as an elementary teacher, math coach, and instructional coach on a specialized school-turnaround team. Tari graduated from the University of South Florida, Grand Canyon University, and American College of Education, where she developed her love for learning.

Dr. Julitha Rials’ path to the classroom began in Corporate America, where she spent over 15 years in management after earning a Bachelor’s degree in Personnel Administration and an MBA. While she found success in the business world, she felt a deeper calling to make a difference in education. Dr. Rials has spent the past 22 years in education, with a strong focus on mathematics and supporting students with special needs.