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Motivation Drives Math Success for Every Student
Tuesday, November 4, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST
Presented by Lisa Tanner, Director of Curriculum & Instruction, North Adams Public Schools (MA); Dr. Ashley Mellies, Math Coach & Testing Coordinator, Monroe County Public Schools (FL); Mitchell Augenstein, Classroom Teacher, Marysville Schools (OH); and Ryan LeClaire, M.Ed., Manager, District Partnerships, Prodigy Education
Sponsored by Prodigy Education
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Motivation is the key that unlocks math success—but it doesn’t happen by chance. In this edLeader Panel, we go beyond the “why” of motivation to focus on the “how,” offering a clear roadmap for district administrators to build and sustain a culture of math success.
Join district leaders and advocates as they share the systems and strategies they’ve used to ignite student curiosity and drive persistence in mathematics. Viewers learn how to implement actionable approaches that motivate diverse student populations, from those who struggle to those who are already excelling. The discussion also highlights how fostering motivation supports your district’s equity goals, ensuring every student is engaged, empowered, and positioned for achievement.
Whether you’re exploring new initiatives or strengthening existing programs, this edLeader Panel provides you with the insights and tools to create a lasting impact on your students’ math journeys.
Key Takeaways
By viewing this edLeader Panel, participants learn how to:
- Implement district-wide strategies that foster a growth mindset and a culture of persistence in math.
- Create systems of motivation that are effective across different grade levels and student populations.
- Drive stronger academic outcomes by using motivation as a core lever for student engagement and achievement.
- Promote equity by ensuring every student, regardless of their starting point, has the opportunity to succeed in math.
- Empower your educators with the tools and insights needed to keep students motivated and on track.
This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.
About the Presenters
Lisa M. Tanner is an accomplished education leader with over 24 years of experience in teaching, coaching, and curriculum innovation for Math & Science. For the past two years, she has served as the District Director of Curriculum & Instruction for Mathematics, K-8, where she has coordinated instructional practices across schools and guided professional learning for educators. In this role, she successfully led the districtwide implementation of the new HQIM math program, Eureka Math², ensuring alignment with state standards, fostering teacher collaboration, and supporting improved student learning outcomes. A passionate advocate for student success and teacher growth, Lisa specializes in designing effective curriculum, dynamic professional development sessions, mentoring educators, and implementing innovative practices to enhance learning across diverse classrooms.
Dr. Ashley Mellies is the Math Coach at an elementary school in Key West, Florida. She taught 4th grade for almost 10 years prior to moving into her current role as Math Coach. When she’s not helping her school grow their math skills, you can find her on her boat with her family.
Mitch Augenstein has been a 5th grade teacher for over 10 years in Ohio, teaching math and social studies. As a Prodigy educator since 2017, Mitch has engaged with Prodigy and implemented its vast tools with many years of students. As a Lead Teacher since 2021, Mitch has had the opportunity to share his passion and knowledge of the platform at the Ohio Education Technology Conference in Columbus, as well as at the 2025 International Society for Technology in Education Conference.
Ryan LeClaire is a career-long educator. He started in elementary classrooms as a teacher, has served as a district and state education agency-level administrator, and for the past 18 years has been helping organizations meet the needs of educators, students, and families in various leadership capacities. He currently serves as the Manager of District Partnerships for Prodigy Education.
Ryan holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary mathematics from Eastern Washington University and a master’s degree in educator professional development from Heritage University on the Yakima Indian Reservation in Washington State.
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Prodigy Education is a global leader in digital game-based learning. Our mission is to help every student in the world love learning, motivating millions worldwide via fun, secure, and accessible standards-aligned gameplay experiences. At Prodigy Education, we believe maximizing student motivation helps develop a lifetime love of learning. Prodigy’s approach to fun, game-based learning means kids no longer have to choose between homework and playtime.
