AMLA

Dear members,

As we approach spring, I think of how everything is fresh and new. Just as spring has a season, we have a season with our roles in our professional/personal lives. The season for my current role with AMLA began in a hotel on the campus of the University of Alabama. Sheila Holt, Lisa McDonough, and I sat in the lobby planning the start of the Alabama Mathematics Leadership Alliance. My season for being president of this wonderful organization began.

What a season it has been! This organization quickly became one of the largest NCSM state affiliates due to the passion of mathematics leaders across the state. Many events were attended by our members. Some events were attended by national leaders and state representatives. This organization was starting to bloom and grow very quickly. Just as with everything else, the pandemic brought things to a stop. Within this season, we faced and overcame many challenges because of passionate mathematics leaders. As my season of presidency continued, we saw a different set of needs of mathematics leaders across the state.

It is time for a new season with AMLA. With a new season comes new leadership and new ideas. I cannot tell you how much each and everyone of you mean to me and this organization. We have grown together and most importantly created relationships that will continue to impact mathematics teaching and learning.

It has been an honor and privilege to be the president of this organization. As we move forward to a new season, I will work closely with the new president of AMLA. I know great things are planned for the organization and its members.

Sincerely,

Le Shell Smith

Former President

Beth is a K-2 Math Specialist for AMSTI-UAH. Her diverse professional background includes Marketing/Graphic Design, Elementary Education, as well as Instructional Design and Technology. Beth is an ISTE Certified Educator and has supported teachers in developing pedagogical practices that support the effective integration of technology in K-12 classrooms. As an elementary classroom teacher, she was awarded the John Frank Parker Making a Difference Award for the Hartselle City Schools system. She is a member of the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics, Alabama Mathematics Leadership Alliance, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, and the International Society for Technology in Education.

According to the by-laws of AMLA, the deadline to nominate will be May 10, 2022. Elections will be held no later than June 10.

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