Region 4 Director Ballot 2020

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Connie McTavish

Current Position:

Pre-Algebra, Geometry, Coding and FACS Teacher

Minnesota Virtual Schools

Minnesota Transition Charter School

Education:

  • Master of Business Administration, Clothing and Textile in Business, Family and Consumer Science Education at Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • University of Minnesota Middle School Mathematics Licensure
  • License by Portfolio High School Mathematics License.

Goals as MCTM Region Director:

My goal is to listen to members and continue the traditions of making improvements to meet members’ suggestions. As a delegate for many years, I have contributed to the process by providing suggestions. It is great to see what prior members have accomplished. I enjoy listening to ideas and exploring possible solutions. My strong technical background can help as we look at other options to meet future needs.

Professional Affiliations:

Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Involvement with MCTM and Mathematics Education:

I have attended the conference for around 15 years. This includes presenting, helping with technology and being a delegate. My experiences include teaching at a variety of schools, this includes classroom and online. I was able to be part of the evaluating process for the state teacher licensing test. As a student, I have earned my license through traditional classrooms and through the License by Portfolio. Currently, I am involved with the SciGirls program through TPT facilitating our PLC. In my current position, I am working with technology all of the time.

Rachel Baker

Current Position:

Math Teacher and Co-lead of Math Department at Humboldt High School, Saint Paul Public Schools

Education:

  • Bachelors of Arts in Mathematics, University of Minnesota
  • Masters of Math Education, University of Minnesota

Goals as MCTM Region Director:

I want to continue to help build a math educator community where teachers can network and grow professionally. I have attended MCTM every year since I was a pre-service teacher. I love to be around other math teachers that are passionate about math but understand how complex teaching and learning can be. MCTM is a conference where it feels like everyone is there to learn, reflect, and grow. I want to be a part of helping MCTM learn, reflect, and grow!

Professional Affiliations:

Minnesota Council of Teachers of Mathematics

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Hollyhock Fellowship

Involvement in MCTM and Mathematics Education:

I have facilitated learning sessions and MCTM, my school, my district, and through the Hollyhock Fellowship about written assessments, engagement strategies, and discourse. I will be presenting at NCTM in April about written assessments (math essays). I try to volunteer at Math-on-a-Stick every year and have been leading our Algebra 2 district curriculum writing team. Finally, I have successfully implemented a math carnival at our school that has consistently brought in 800+ students, families, and community members every year!