Make Math Happen

Dear Educators, I see you. I see the dedication, the energy, and the passion you bring to your students each day. But I also see the weight of the work—the challenge of balancing instruction, engagement, and student growth while making sense of the data that tells their stories. In this episode of PD for the Soul , we’re diving deep into the power of data—not as a burden, but as a tool for transfo...

Go Straight to Part 2 ! In this episode, we’re diving into two powerful formative assessment strategies from The Formative 5 by Francis (Skip) Fennell, Beth McCord Kobett, and Jonathan Wray: observations and interviews . These tools go beyond simply gathering data—they allow us to truly understand how our students think and process math. Whether it’s recognizing proportional relationships or uncov...

Dear Educator, If you’ve ever felt the tension between where your students are and where they need to be, you’re not alone. Teaching grade-level content to students who aren’t quite there yet is one of the greatest challenges we face as educators. But here’s the truth: it’s possible. And not only is it possible—it’s necessary. Closing foundational gaps while moving students forward requires a mind...

Join the Math Collective ! In this episode, I introduce myself and share a bit about my journey as an educator, coach, and lifelong learner. You’ll hear about my work experience, my passion for math education, and why I’m so excited to create this space to discuss what’s really happening in classrooms. I’ll also share what you can expect from this podcast, including weekly episodes every Sunday at...

Join the Math Collective ! In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking research of Inside the Black Box by Black and William (1998) and explore why improving formative assessments can lead to significant and substantial student growth. As a math coach, I see firsthand how formative assessment opportunities often go unseized—not out of neglect, but due to the challenges teachers face with time...