Tag: Mason

Eden Middleton Recognized with the 2026 VACMS First Timers Grant

Post author By Carolyn Clarke
Post date October 7, 2026

Eden Middleton is a graduate student in George Mason University’s Mathematics Specialists Leadership Program. She was recently recognized by the 2026 Virginia Council of Mathematics Specialists with the First Timers Grant, which provides $500 in travel funds to support attendance at the VACMS Annual Conference for educators who have never attended before.

Tags CEHD, GMU, Mason, Math Specialist Leadership

Jennifer Connell Recognized with the 2026 Virginia Mathematics Leadership Award

Post author By Carolyn Clarke
Post date October 7, 2026

Jennifer Connell is a graduate student in George Mason University’s Mathematics Specialists Leadership Program. She was recently recognized by the 2026 Virginia Council of Mathematics Specialists for the Virginia Mathematics Leadership Award. This award recognizes innovative leaders who drive instructional change and champion high-quality mathematics instruction, advocate for the role of math specialists, and elevate the professionalism of mathematics educators.

Tags CEHD, GMU, Mason, Math Specialist Leadership

2026 March Mathness

Post author By Brianna Alford
Post date May 12, 2026

Kristen Smith is a graduate student in George Mason University’s Mathematics Specialist Leadership Program. She was recently recognized by Roanoke County Schools and IXL as an Outstanding Participant in the 2026 March Mathness competition. March Mathness is a district-wide initiative designed to support SOL review in an engaging and motivating way, using the IXL platform to reinforce math skills through consistent practice. Keep reading to learn more about her experience and for advice she has for prospective and current students.

Tags CEHD, Graduate, Mason, Math Specialist Leadership, Student highlight

2025 CEHD Outstanding Student Award Winners

Post author By Anna Ondieki
Post date May 16, 2025

Each spring, faculty in the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) come together to select an outstanding student in their program to receive the honor of being named as their program award winner at the CEHD Degree Celebration. Graduating students selected for this award embody the very best of their program: they excel in their studies; they demonstrate leadership in classes and internships; and they have a genuine and tenacious passion for their discipline.