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1.1
Frank D. D’Angelo Ed. D.
Vitae
Updated 8/14/17
1.2
Section One. BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIALS
Institution Degree Awarded Major Award of Degree
Northcentral University Ed. D. Educational Leadership May 2006
Immaculata University Superintendent’s
Certification
Educational Leadership Fall 2002 – December
2005
University of Scranton Elementary and Secondary
Principal Certificates
Educational
Administration
August 1988
Bloomsburg University of
Pennsylvania
Elementary Supervisory
Certificate
June 1988
Bloomsburg University of
Pennsylvania
M.Ed. Elementary Education August 1985
Bloomsburg University of
Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science Elementary Education
(K - 6)
History Concentration
August 1983
B. TEACHING/FACULTY BACKGROUND
Institution Rank Dates Years FT/PT
Bloomsburg University Associate Professor 2013-present 4 FT
Bloomsburg University Assistant Professor 2005-2013 8 FT
University of Scranton Assistant Professor 2006-present 6 PT
East Stroudsburg University Instructor 2005-2006 1 PT
De Sales University Assistant Professor 2002-present 12 PT
Hazleton Area School District Title I N& D Liaison 1998-1999 0.5 FT
Hazleton Area School District Title I Math Teacher 1998-1999 0.5 FT
Hazleton Area School District Mathematics Teacher 1985-1998 13 FT
Saint Joseph’s School Mathematics Teacher 1983-1985 2 FT
C. OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
Institution Position Dates Years FT/PT
Easton Area School District Director of Secondary Education 2004-
2005
1.5 FT
Easton Area School District Mathematic Supervisor 2003-
2004
1.5 FT
Easton Area School District Assistant Principal, Shawnee Middle School 1999-
2003
3 FT
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D.OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS
Section Two. EFFECTIVE TEACHING AND FULFILLMENT OF PROFESSIONAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. NARRATIVE ON TEACHING AND FULFILLMENT OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The cumulative summary of student evaluations (Fall 2005-Fall 2014) indicates that 99.1% of my
students responded that I “Almost Always” showed enthusiasm for teaching. My syllabi were clear and delineated
precise expectations and grading procedures for students. 96.2% of my students reported that I was “Almost
Always” prepared for class, and 83.3% reported that I “Almost Always” or “Usually” used grading procedures as
specified in the course outline.
I believe that a good teacher keeps his or her students actively engaged. 87.2% of my students said that I
“Almost Always” encouraged students to be involved in the learning process, and 80.3% said that I “Almost
Always” facilitated independent thinking and problem solving. Students also need to see the material as significant
to maintain interest; 87.1% of my students said that I “Almost Always” conveyed the significance of the subject
matter. An instructor also must communicate effectively to keep students actively engaged. 93.6% of my students
said that I “Almost Always” or “Usually” made explanations that were clear and to the point. Such effective
teaching earned me the honor of being selected the 2007 TALE Outstanding Teacher. Additionally, I have been
invited to the Student Athlete Luncheon for the past six years and was asked to be a faculty speaker in 2011.
I have also used technology, and technological tools, to aid my instruction. During the Spring 2009
semester I used Waypoint to assist in the evaluation of submitted materials to assist in creating cohesive feedback
that is also helpful in the NCATE Certification process. I have used Blackboard and now BOLT for my courses
along with Respondus to facilitate classroom presentations and evaluations, which had allowed for prompt student
feedback. Additionally, all class notes are placed on Blackboard/ BOLT prior to the semester to better prepare
students for each class. Further, I have used Blackboard/ BOLT to record class discussions for students who have
excused absences so that they do not miss pertinent information.
I have developed the Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem & Easton Area School Districts Practicum to
provide increased opportunities for our pre-service teachers to experience the urban school setting. Through the
writing and obtainment of grants, this program has developed from a small–scale to a large-scale program with 78
pre-service teachers in the summer of 2013. Further, I have partnered with the Millville School District to facilitate
Math Night for the past three years and I have supervised the Bloomsburg University Math Camp the past four
summers. This camp has had an annual enrollment of approximately 150 students per year. As of Fall 2010, I have
additionally partnered with Greenwood Friends School in Millville and St. Joseph School in Danville to start a
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tutoring program. Students in my Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School class were offered the
opportunity to participate in this program. They tutor students grades K-8th
in mathematics each week. This program
has assisted Bloomsburg University students in developing strategies to create effective math instruction. And most
recently, I have begun a mathematics-tutoring program through the YMCA in Bloomsburg and St. Joseph’s School
in Danville, PA in which my students tutor approximately 100 K-8 students.
In my role as advisor, I interact with more than 45 advisees through scheduling classes, writing
recommendations, answering questions, and serving on thesis committees. Other interactions with students include
participating in the mass advisement sessions, the new Freshmen Orientation Picnic, graduation commencements,
and the student-teacher exchange luncheon. These opportunities provide both formal and informal venues to interact
and build relationships with students and colleagues.
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B. BU TEACHING HISTORY
(Next Evaluation to be
completed in Fall 2018.)
FALL 2005 to FALL 2014
2013 Evaluation Period
Spring 2013 Courses
62.340.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 33 enrolled 33 responded
62.340.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 35 enrolled 27 responded
62.343.02 Assessment in Early Childhood Education 35 enrolled 32 responded
62.343.03 Assessment in Early Childhood Education 30 enrolled 23 responded
Fall 2012 Courses
2012 Evaluation Period
62.340.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 25 enrolled 25 responded
62.340.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 30 enrolled 30 responded
62.340.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 34 enrolled 33 responded
62.340.93 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 5 enrolled 4 responded
Spring 2012 Courses
62.312.03 Internship in Education 1 enrolled 0 responded
62.340.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 34 enrolled 28 responded
62.340.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 34 enrolled 33 responded
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 15 enrolled 14 responded
62.431.01 Individualized Instruction – Problem Solving 1 enrolled 0 responded
62.521.01 Elementary Curriculum 11 enrolled 10 responded
2011 Evaluation Period
Fall 2011 Courses
62.340.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 17 enrolled 17 responded
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 35 enrolled 34 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 32 enrolled 30 responded
62.432.02 Honors Independent Study 1 enrolled 1 responded
62.521.01 Elementary Curriculum 1 enrolled 0 responded
62.526.01 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 26 enrolled 23 responded
Summer 2011 Courses
62.398.11 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 36 enrolled 34 responded
79.461.11 Urban Practicum 21 enrolled 19 responded
62.527.21 Methods & Materials in Social Studies 26 enrolled 25 responded
70.522.21 Math Methods for Students w/ Disabilities 23 enrolled 21 responded
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Spring 2011 Courses
62.218.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 37 enrolled 34 responded
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 38 enrolled 38 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 37 enrolled 35 responded
62.521.01 Elementary Curriculum 23 enrolled 18 responded
Fall 2010 Courses
2010 Evaluation Period
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 37 enrolled 36 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 37 enrolled 37 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 38 enrolled 38 responded
62.526.01 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 24 enrolled 22 responded
Spring 2010 Courses
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 21 enrolled 21 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 29 enrolled 29 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 33 enrolled 32 responded
62.521.01 Elementary Curriculum 41 enrolled 39 responded
Fall 2009 Courses
2009 Evaluation Period
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 35 enrolled 34 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 32 enrolled 32 responded
62.526.01 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 37 enrolled 36 responded
79.301.91 Teaching, Learning, & Assessment 13 enrolled 13 responded
Summer 2009 Courses
62.398.11 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 18 enrolled 18 responded
79.461.11 Urban Practicum 13 enrolled 13 responded
79.561.11 Urban Practicum 8 enrolled 8 responded
62.526.21 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 1 enrolled 0 responded
70.522.21 Math Methods for Students w/ Disabilities 29 enrolled 23 responded
Spring 2009 Courses
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 20 enrolled 20 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 30 enrolled 28 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 33 enrolled 31 responded
62.431.01 Individualized Instruction – Problem Solving 1 enrolled 0 responded
62.521.01 Elementary Curriculum 31 enrolled 31 responded
62.526.01 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 1 enrolled 1 responded
79.312.02 Internship in Education 2 enrolled 0 responded
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2008 Evaluation Period
Fall 2008 Courses
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 30 enrolled 30 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 36 enrolled 35 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 35 enrolled 34 responded
62.526.01 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 25 enrolled 24 responded
79.301.91 Teaching, Learning, & Assessment 17 enrolled 15 responded
Summer 2008 Courses
62.398.11 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 20 enrolled 19 responded 62.521.11 Elementary School Curriculum 1 enrolled 1 responded
62.526.11 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 1 enrolled 1 responded
70.522.21 Math for Students w/ Special Needs 29 enrolled 28 responded
79.312.22 Internship in Education 5 enrolled 4 responded
79.461.13 Urban Practicum 16 enrolled 15 responded
79.561.11 Urban Practicum 4 enrolled 4 responded
Spring 2008 Courses
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 23 enrolled 23 responded 62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 35 enrolled 33 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 35 enrolled 35 responded
62.431.01 Independent Study/Elementary Education 1 enrolled 1 responded
62.527.01 Social Studies in the Elementary School 2 enrolled 2 responded
62.521.01 Elementary School Curriculum 30 enrolled 28 responded
2007 Evaluation Period
Fall 2007 Courses
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 33 enrolled 33 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 35 enrolled 35 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 36 enrolled 35 responded
62.526.01 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 30 enrolled 26 responded
Summer 2007 Courses
62.496.88 Practicum in ECE/Elementary Education 22 enrolled 22 responded
62.398.41 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 22 enrolled 21 responded
62.526.41 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 1 enrolled 0 responded
62.526.51 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 1 enrolled 0 responded
79.494.31 ESL Strategies & Methods 10 enrolled 10 responded
79.494.51 ESL Strategies & Methods 9 enrolled 9 responded
70.522.21 Math for Students w/ Special Needs 31 enrolled 28 responded
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Spring 2007 Courses
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 34 enrolled 34 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 35 enrolled 33 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 35 enrolled 33 responded
62.398.04 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 35 enrolled 35 responded
62.398.05 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 1 enrolled 1 responded
62.521.91 Elementary School Curriculum 23 enrolled 22 responded
2006 Evaluation Period
Fall 2006 Courses
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 30 enrolled 30 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 31 enrolled 27 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 33 enrolled 33 responded
62.398.04 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 32 enrolled 31 responded
62.526.91 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 23 enrolled 23 responded
Summer 2006 Courses
79.495.88 Urban Center Field Experience 18 enrolled 18 responded
79.595.88 Urban Practicum 4 enrolled 4 responded
62.398.41 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 30 enrolled 30 responded
62.526.31 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 1 enrolled 0 responded
62.526.51 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 2 enrolled 0 responded
Spring 2006 Courses
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 34 enrolled 27 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 33 enrolled 33 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 34 enrolled 34 responded
62.398.04 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 32 enrolled 29 responded
62.521.91 Elementary School Curriculum 29 enrolled 27 responded
2005 Evaluation Period
Fall 2005 Courses
62.398.01 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 25 enrolled 20 responded
62.398.02 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 29 enrolled 27 responded
62.398.03 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 30 enrolled 28 responded
62.398.04 Teaching Math in the Elementary School 34 enrolled 25 responded
62.526.91 Methods & Materials in Math & Science 17 enrolled 17 responded
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C. SUMMARY TABLES OF STUDENT EVALUATIONS
SUMMARY OF STUDENT RESPONSES FALL 2005 – FALL 2014
COURSE TITLE & NUMBER NUMBER OF
SECTIONS
NUMBER
ENROLLED
NUMBER
RESPONDING
Teaching Math in the Elementary School
(62.398)
46
1375
1313
Independent Study – Elementary Education
(62.431) 2 2 1
Teaching Math in PK – K (62.218) 1 37 34
Elementary School Curriculum
(62.521) 11 165 150
Methods & Materials in Math & Science
(62.526) 5 150 145
Language Arts in the Modern Elementary
School
(62.528)
1
2
2
Math for Students w/ Special Needs
(70.522) 3 89 79
Teaching, Learning, & Assessment
(79.301) 2 30 28
Assessment in Early Childhood Education
(62.343) 2 65 55
Practicum in Early Childhood
(62.496) 1 22 22
Internship in Education
(79.312) 2 7 4
ESL Strategies & Methods
(79.494/79.594) 1 19 19
Urban Center Field Experience
(79.495/79.595) 1 23 18
Urban Practicum
(79.461/561) 3 94 93
Total 81 2080 1963
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Faculty and Course Cumulative Evaluation: Fall 2005 – Fall 2014 Responding: 2155
Specify your original motivation or desire
to take this course.
Very
High High Moderate Low Very
Low
No
Response
1. My initial interest in the content of this 1077 761 350 31 12 10 course was… 48.1% 34.0% 15.6% 1.4% 0.5% 0.4%
Specify the frequency with which your instructor
used the following teaching procedures.
Almost
Always Usually Sometimes Almost
Never Never No
Response
2. Showed enthusiasm for teaching. 2103 40 7 0 2 3
97.6% 1.9% 0.3% 0.0% 0.1% 0.1%
3. Was prepared for class 2031 100 14 3 3 4 94.2% 4.6% 0.6% 0.1% 0.1% 0.2%
4. Used grading procedures as specified in 1826 224 65 16 16 8 the course outline. 84.7% 10.4% 3.0% 0.7% 0.7% 0.4%
5. Explained the evaluation of students’ 1597 370 132 32 19 5 performance. 74.1% 17.2% 6.1% 1.5% 0.9% 0.2%
6. Made explanations that were clear and 1818 263 56 10 5 3 to the point. 84.4% 12.2% 2.6% 0.5% 0.2% 0.1%
7. Conveyed the significance of the 1986 139 19 5 3 3 subject matter. 92.2% 6.5% 0.9% 0.2% 0.1% 0.1%
8. Facilitated independent thinking and 1874 228 40 6 3 4 problem solving. 87.0% 10.6% 1.9% 0.3% 0.1% 0.2%
9. Encouraged students to be involved in 1989 133 23 5 3 2 the learning process. 92.3% 6.2% 1.1% 0.2% 0.1% 0.1%
How has this course helped you to
progress in the following areas?
Very
High
High Moderate Low Very
Low
No
Response
10. Comprehension of terminology and 1729 349 51 8 4 14 other factual knowledge. 80.2% 16.2% 2.4% 0.4% 0.2% 0.6%
11. Knowledge of fundamental theories 1647 415 72 9 6 6 and principles. 76.4% 19.3% 3.3% 0.4% 0.3% 0.3%
12. Ability to apply course material to 1759 317 60 10 6 3 improve problem-solving skills. 82.0% 14.7% 2.8% 0.5% 0.3% 0.1%
13. Understanding how to grain new 1689 367 78 12 5 4 knowledge in the field. 78.4% 17.0% 3.6% 0.6% 0.2% 0.2%
14. Enhancement of communication 1572 439 117 15 6 6 skills. 73.0% 20.4% 5.4% 0.7% 0.3% 0.3%
Rate the course and instructor. Excellent Above
Average Average Below
Average Poor No
Response
15. I rate this instructor as… 1800 246 67 17 11 14 83.5% 11.4% 3.1% 0.8% 0.5% 0.6%
16. I rate this course as… 1632 397 98 8 7 13 75.7% 18.4% 4.5% 0.4% 0.3% 0.6%
17. I rate the course materials as… 1423 464 194 32 21 21 66.0% 21.5% 9.0% 1.5% 1.0% 1.0%
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Clinical/Student Cumulative Evaluation Summer 2006 – Summer 2011 Responding: 86
Specify the frequency with which the following
processes were used by the faculty.
Almost
Always
Usually Sometimes Almost
Never
Never No
Response
1. Facilitated independent thinking 83 2 1 0 0 0 and problem solving. 96.5% 2.3% 1.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
2. Explanations/Suggestions were 73 12 0 1 0 0 clear and to the point. 84.9% 14.0% 0.0% 1.2% 0.0% 0.0%
3. Discussed my strengths and 60 16 8 2 0 0 weaknesses. 69.8% 18.6% 9.3% 2.3% 0.0% 0.0%
4. Provided suggestions for 67 14 3 2 0 0 improvement. 77.9% 16.3% 3.5% 2.3% 0.0% 0.0%
5. Encouraged me to try different 76 5 3 2 0 0
strategies in student 88.4% 5.8% 3.5% 2.3% 0.0% 0.0% teaching/clinical experience.
6. Was available to discuss 80 4 0 2 0 0 problems/questions. 93.0% 4.7% 0.0% 2.3% 0.0% 0.0%
7. Provided clear instructions 75 7 1 2 0 1
concerning the expectations for 87.2% 8.1% 1.2% 2.3% 0.0% 1.2% this experience.
8. Maintained a positive attitude in 83 1 1 1 0 0
helping me develop as a 96.5% 1.2% 1.2% 1.2% 0.0% 0.0% professional.
Rate the course and instructor Excellent Above
Average Average Below
Average Poor No
Response
1. I rate this instructor as… 79 4 3 0 0 0 91.9% 4.7% 3.5% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
2. I rate this experience as… 80 4 2 0 0 0 93.0% 4.7% 2.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%
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1. Publications
Book Publication – Accepted
D’Angelo, F. (2009). Differentiated Instruction: Effects on reading comprehension
in the urban elementary school setting. Saarbruecken, Germany:VDM – Verlag.
(ISBN: 978-3-639-16137-3)
This text, drawn from my dissertation, provides prescriptive means for adapting the
educational environment of urban middle school classrooms to enhance students’
academic performance in the literacy area. Grouping and differentiating techniques
are the focus.
Refereed Publications – Accepted
Marnella, M.H., D’Angelo, F D., Roth, T., & Everret, I. (2015). Pre-service teachers'
changing perceptions of diversity following an intensive urban teaching practicum.
Teacher Education & Practice. Fall 2015. 28(4). 561-582.
This article uses quantitative and qualitative data that has been collected for six years
during an urban teaching practicum at Bloomsburg University. It looks at the pre-service
teachers’ changed perceptions about teaching in an urban environment.
D’Angelo, F. D. & Iliev, N. (2014). The theory and practice of using multicultural
literature in teaching mathematics. Teaching Children Mathematics 20(7), 452- 457.
This article discusses the theoretical grounding and support for the use of
multicultural literature in the practical teaching of mathematics to young children.
It explores the inclusion of culture and integration of subject areas.
Mason, M., Feldhaus, H., Marnella, M. &D'Angelo, F. (2011). Unexpected
relationships, great results! An innovative research project. LILLY Conference
Proceedings, Bethesda, MD, 34-35.
This provides a synthesis of the cross-departmental work of three Bloomsburg
University Departments in developing practices and strategies to enhance the
Bethlehem/Easton Urban Practicum Experience.
D'Angelo, F. D., & Zemanick, R. (2009). The Twilight Academy - An Alternative
Education Program that Works. Preventing School Failure, 54(4), 211-218.
This article provides guidelines utilized for the development of an alternative
educational facility based on models that incorporate community awareness,
vocational opportunities, and alternative educational choices.
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Sosar, D., &D'Angelo, F. D. (2008). Funding Pennsylvania’s Schools. Intellectbase
International Consortium. 4(14), 56-59.
This article incorporates discusses the financing of public education in
Pennsylvania schools and the impact of funding on curricular initiatives. It
examines the role of the educational leader in the decision making process.
Sosar, D., & D’Angelo, F.D. (2008, Winter). Pennsylvania’s Act 1. National Social
Science Journal, 30(2), 139-144.
This article discusses the impact Act 1 on the financing of public education and the
potential long-range consequences of the legislation. Research is placed on the
history of legislation as it applies to Pennsylvania’s funding process. Trends in
spending are examined.
D'Angelo, F. D., & Zemanick, R. (2007, Spring). An Alternative Education
Program that Works. National Social Science Journal, 28(2), 49-54.
This article deals with differentiated school environments that are designed to
impact student behaviors and increase student achievement.
D'Angelo, F. D. (2006, Spring). A coaching model that works. National Social
Science Journal, 26(1), 22-26.
This article discusses the systemic professional development model that is on- going
and systemic utilizing existing personnel. Focus is placed on the role and the
authorities of the coach and how this impacts the effectiveness of the role on teacher
improvement and student achievement.
Refereed Publications – Under Submission
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Marnella, M.H., D’Angelo, F D., Momenzath, J. & Haskell, E., (20157, Under
Review). The Quest for a Calm Classroom: Preservice Teachers' Perceptions of
Classroom Management and Self-Efficacy in an Urban Practicum Experience.
Pennsylvania Educational Leadership Journal.
Preservice teachers historically struggle with questions of classroom management
(Putman, 2009; Stoughton, 2007). Good classroom management means a lack of
student disturbances, ideally showing an increased growth in student learning transfer
and mastery of material (Christofferson & Sullivan, 2015; Reupert & Woodcock,
2010). The researchers had 75 preservice teachers from a rural university in central
Pennsylvania complete a survey before and after a two-week intensive urban
practicum experience in two southeastern Pennsylvania school districts. The
qualitative data showed distinct patterns in how preservice teachers view their self-
efficacy regarding effective classroom management practices. The quantitative data
supports the theories drawn when looking at comfort in an urban classroom. The
researchers discuss further implications for how education training programs can
better prepare preservice teachers for the classroom
Other Publications – NONE
2. Papers Presented
International Presentations (Refereed)
2012 “Data for Education Decision to be presented at the Lilly Annual Conference,
Bethesda, MD. (Co-presented with Dr. Molly Marnella and Dr. Heather Feldhaus)
This presentation discusses methods of using cross-disciplinary expertise to
generate data and information to effectively impact teaching practices across
various disciplines and then use that data to make education decisions.
2011 “Strange Partners; Great Results,” presented at the Lilly Annual Conference,
Bethesda, MD. (Co-presented with Dr. Moly Marnella and Dr. Heather Feldhaus)
This presentation discusses methods of using cross-disciplinary expertise to
generate data and information to effectively impact teaching practices across
various disciplines.
2010 “Standards-Based Literacy and Math Integration for Early Learners,” presented at the
NAEYC Annual Conference, Anaheim, CA. (Co-presented with Dr. Lisa J. Lucas,
Assistant Professor, West Chester University.)
This presentation discusses methods of incorporating play and activities into the
daily mathematics and literacy curriculum to enhance student activity while
continuing to deliver the curricular concept in a meaningful and enjoyable manner.
Focus on alignment with the Pennsylvania SAS System is discussed.
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2010 "Engaging the Community in the College Classroom," presented at the 10th Annual
Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching, Traverse City, MI. (Co-
presented with Dr. Lisa Lucas, Assistant Professor, West Chester University.)
This presentation discusses the ancillary learning benefits of providing a small
learning community setting to enhance the field experience opportunity. Students,
through a combination of qualitative and quantitative data, indicate that their
learning is enhanced as a result of experiencing a small learning community setting
as part of their practicum experience.
2010 “Play and the Curriculum” to be presented at The Association for the Study of Play
25th
Annual Conference, Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia. (Co- presented
with Dr. Molly Marnella, Assistant Professor, Bloomsburg University.)
This presentation discusses methods of incorporating play and activities into the
daily mathematics and literacy curriculum to enhance student activity while
continuing to deliver the curricular concept in a meaningful and enjoyable manner.
Focus will be on the use appropriate children’s literature pieces.
2009 “Standards-Based Literacy and Math Integration for Early Learners,” presented at
the NAEYC Annual Conference, Washington, DC. (Co-presented with Dr. Lisa J.
Lucas, Assistant Professor, West Chester University.)
This presentation discusses methods of incorporating play and activities into the
daily mathematics and literacy curriculum to enhance student activity while
continuing to deliver the curricular concept in a meaningful and enjoyable manner.
2009 "The Urban Experience: Benefits of the Learning Community," presented at the 9th
Annual Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching, Traverse City, MI.
(Co-presented with Dr. Molly Marnella, Assistant Professor, Bloomsburg
University.)
This presentation discusses the ancillary learning benefits of providing a small
learning community setting to enhance the field experience opportunity. Students,
through a combination of qualitative and quantitative data, indicate that their
learning is enhanced as a result of experiencing a small learning community setting
as part of their practicum experience.
2008 "The Urban Experience – ‘Hands-on’ for Future Educators,” presented at the 8th
Annual Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching, Traverse City, MI.
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(Co-presented with Dr. Molly Marnella, Assistant Professor, Bloomsburg University.)
This presentation discusses presenting pre-service teachers parameters and
opportunities to integrate with students of diverse cultures and backgrounds. It
focuses on boundaries in the experience to obtain a positive learning outcome.
National Presentations (Refereed)
2017 “The Art of Communication,”at the PIAA Officials’ Convention at the Hilton
Harrisburg. An educator’s view of their role in high school athletics in an
effort to curb the growing trend in unsporting behaviors in scholastic athletics
through the use of artful communication techniques. Presented on August 4,
2017.
2017 “How WE Make it Work,”at the PIAA DXI Symposium at Northwestern
Lehigh High School. An educator’s view of their role in high school athletics
in an effort to curb the growing trend in unsporting behaviors in scholastic
athletics. Presented July 25, 2017 at Northwestern Lehigh Middle School.
2016 Attitude and Intention Changes following an Urban Practicum Experience,
Dr. Jeffrey D. Leitzel & Carly Bellas, presented at the Annual Meeting of the Eastern
Psychological Association, March 4, 2016 with the support of Drs. Frank D’Angelo &
Molly Marnella.
A poster presentation looking at implementing urban practicum experiences
or similar programs, though on a smaller scale, in human service agencies in
urban areas, which would have at least two distinct benefits for the field, first,
providing significant experience working with individuals from diverse groups
toward common goals, which the literature clearly indicates is one of the
reliable ways of reducing stereotyping and bias as well two as providing
agencies in low SES areas with important human resources that they may
otherwise lack.
2014 “Dealing with Diversity in a Homogeneous Setting,” Dealing with both a
faculty and a student body that is predominantly homogeneous, the focus of
our pre-student teaching experience – the practicum – is designed to provide
experiences to our student body in a diverse school setting with a goal of
providing life long personal and academic experiences to better prepare our
future teachers. Presented at 2014 PASSHE Summit, Millersville University,
Millersville, PA, November 13, 2014 with Drs. Molly Marnella and Cherie
Roberts
2013 “Pre-service teachers’ changing perceptions of diversity following an intensive
urban teaching practicum” to be presented at the 44th
Annual Northeastern
Educational Research Association on Fairness, Rocky Hill, CT. (Co-presented with
Dr. Molly Marnella, Assistant Professor, Bloomsburg University.)
This presentation analyzes the longitudinal data of pre-service teachers
participating in an intensive urban teaching practicum. Following the field
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experience, participants achieved growth in psychosocial, personal, and cultural
understandings regarding diversity.
2011 “Play and Children’s Literature?,”to be presented at the University Of Wisconsin-
Stout Early Childhood Conference, Menomonie, WI. (Co-presented with Dr.
Cherie Roberts, Assistant Professor, Bloomsburg University.)
This presentation discusses methods of incorporating play, in conjunction with
children’s literature, into the daily curriculum to enhance student activity while
continuing to deliver the curricular concept in a meaningful and enjoyable manner.
Attendees were actively engaged in motor activities that delivered a specific
curricular outcome. INVITED PRESENTATION.
2010 “You Can be the Difference” to be presented at the 2010 Family Involvement
Conference, Keynote Speaker, Split Rock Resort, Lake Harmony, PA, October 25,
2010.
This presentation is a motivational presentation to parents encouraging them to be
active participants in the schooling of their children. It is the keynote address for the
Family Involvement Conference. INVITED PRESENTATION.
2010 “Play and Children’s Literature?,” presented at the University Of Wisconsin-
Stout Early Childhood Conference, Menomonie, WI. (Co-presented with Dr.
Cherie Roberts, Assistant Professor, Bloomsburg University.)
This presentation discusses methods of incorporating play, in conjunction with
children’s literature, into the daily curriculum to enhance student activity while
continuing to deliver the curricular concept in a meaningful and enjoyable manner.
Attendees were actively engaged in motor activities that delivered a specific
curricular outcome.
2009 “Math Homework Hints for Parents” presented at the 2010 Family Involvement
Conference, Keynote Speaker, Split Rock Resort, Lake Harmony, PA, October 24,
2009.
This presentation discussed the helpful hints that parents can utilize when assisting
their children at home with mathematics homework.
2009 “Play and the Curriculum?,” presented at the University Of Wisconsin-Stout Early
Childhood Conference, Menomonie, WI. (Co-presented with Dr. Cherie Roberts,
Assistant Professor, Bloomsburg University.)
This presentation discusses methods of incorporating play and activities into the daily
curriculum to enhance student activity while continuing to deliver the curricular
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concept in a meaningful and enjoyable manner. Attendees were actively engaged in
motor activities that delivered a specific curricular outcome.
2008 “Effective Math Coaching Models,” presented at National Council Teachers of
Mathematics Regional Conference and Exhibition, Reno, NV.
This presentation discussed the systemic professional development model that is on-
going and systemic utilizing existing personnel with high levels of mathematics
experiences. Focus is placed on the role and the authorities of the coach in the math
classroom and how this impacts the effectiveness of the role on teacher improvement
and student achievement.
2008 “Is there Enough Play in Schools Today?,” presented at the University Of
Wisconsin-Stout Early Childhood Conference, Menomonie, WI. (Co-presented
with Dr. Molly Marnella, Assistant Professor, Bloomsburg University.)
The focus of this presentation was to discuss guidelines and time frames for the
integration of play components in the classroom environment. Ideas were shared to
allow for elements of play to be integrated in curricular concepts.
2008 “Data’s Impact on Education Decisions,” presented at the National Social Science
Association Spring Conference, Las Vegas, NV (Co-presented with Mr. Robert
Zemanick, Assistant Principal, Nazareth Area School District.)
Given the importance of data driving instruction decisions in the classroom, this
presentation discussed how classroom teachers need training in dissection data
from various sources and then utilize it effectively in order to meet individual
student needs. There was a focus on the “high stakes” tests used by various states.
2007 “Act 1’s Impact on Curriculum in Pennsylvania,” presented at the National
Social Science Association Spring Conference, Las Vegas, NV.
The presentation discussed the impact Act 1 on the financing of public education
and the potential long-range consequences of the legislation. Discussion was
focused on the history of legislation as it applies to Pennsylvania’s funding process.
Trends in spending are examined.
2006 “An Alternative Education Program that Works,” presented at the National Social
Science Association Spring Conference, Las Vegas, NV. (Co-presented with Mr.
Robert Zemanick, Assistant Principal, Nazareth Area School District.)
This presentation dealt w i t h differentiated school environments that are designed
to impact student behaviors and increase student achievement. Further discussion
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dealt with breaking traditional modes used in alternative education settings.
2006
“NCLB’s Impact on Elementary School Curriculum,” presented at the National
Social Science Association Fall Conference, San Francisco, CA.
This presentation discussed the positive impacts on NCLB Legislation. Given the
backlash at the law, the related benefits were often unnoticed. This presentation
accented those elements of this law.
2005 2005 “A Math Coaching Model that Works,” presented at the National Social Science
Association Fall Conference, Seattle, WA.
This presentation focus on the “teacher leader’ model of coaching and dealt with
comment elements of the math curriculum that were enhances by this form of
professional development.
3. Research Papers/Creative Projects:
I have submitted four IRB proposals over the past academic years, and they have been approved. The
first proposal (fall 2007) involved attitudinal shifts of students towards teaching in an urban school
environment as result of practicum experiences. The longitudinal study gathers pre-and post-data
using a Leikert Scale and a self-designed and IRB approved inventory. Three years of data have been
collected to this point. In conjunction with the Bethlehem Area School District, once we have five
years’ worth of data, recommendations will be made to the Human Resources department to assist in
the hiring process. The second two proposals (Spring 2013 and Spring 2014) were accepted to
conduct the Husky Game ( PBIS driven), a behavioral management system at the Bethlehem/Easton
Practicum. In Spring 2014, I co-submitted a proposal dealing with Technology Integration with an
undergraduate student working on her Honors Project. In 2016 I co-submitted with Caroline Burleigh who
is working on her dissertation and focusing her studies on attitudes of pre-service teachers as they apply to
teaching mathematics. Additionally, I am the lead investigator with Professor Ingrid Everitt as it applies
to the effectiveness of student teaching placements and the relationship on classroom effectiveness.
4. Exhibits/Shows: None
5. Creative Works: None
6. Consultancies:
Houghton Mifflin: As a member of this publisher’s Van de Walle Textbook Advisory Board, I
am asked to complete surveys regarding components of future editions and supplementary
materials.
Bloomsburg University STEM Program: Presented numerous sessions on study skills and
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engaging successfully in the collegiate atmosphere.
7. Awards:
Nominated, Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers (Spring, 2005)
Nominated, Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers (Spring, 2006)
Nominated, Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers (Spring, 2007)
Nominated, Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers (Spring, 2007)
2007 Teaching and Learning Enhancement (TALE) Outstanding Teacher of 2007
2007 Outstanding Professor as selected by the Bloomsburg University Chapter of ACEI
2008 Outstanding Professor as selected by the Bloomsburg University Chapter of ACEI
8. Grants Acquired
“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban Community Service
Day” Special Initiative Grant of $1,200.00
(Summer 2017)
The proposal was accepted at the University level. The funds will assist in acquiring and
dispersing materials and instructional support to Bloomsburg University students during the
teaching field experience as part of their Community service day.
“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban Community Service
Day” Special Initiative Grant of $1,200.00
(Summer 2016)
The proposal was accepted at the University level. The funds will assist in acquiring and
dispersing materials and instructional support to Bloomsburg University students during the
teaching field experience as part of their Community service day.
“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban Community Service
Day” Special Initiative Grant of $1,200.00
(Summer 2015)
The proposal was accepted at the University level. The funds will assist in acquiring and
dispersing materials and instructional support to Bloomsburg University students during the
teaching field experience as part of their Community service day.
“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban Community Service
Day” Special Initiative Grant of $1,200.00
(Summer 2014)
The proposal was accepted at the University level. The funds will assist in acquiring and
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dispersing materials and instructional support to Bloomsburg University students during the
teaching field experience as part of their Community service day.
“Husky Game for Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban
Initiative Project” Special Initiative Grant of $1,000.00
(Summer 2014)
The proposal was accepted at the University level. The funds will assist in acquiring and
dispersing Husky Game materials and instructional support to Bloomsburg University
students during the teaching field experience. The Husky Game is collaboratively initiated
with the Psychology Department at Bloomsburg University to promote positive behavioral
reinforcement in the classroom setting during the BU/BASD Urban Practicum.
“Husky Game for Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban
Initiative Project” Special Initiative Grant of $1,000.00
(Summer 2013)
The proposal was accepted at the University level. The funds will assist in acquiring and
dispersing Husky Game materials and instructional support to Bloomsburg University
students during the teaching field experience. The Husky Game is collaboratively initiated
with the Psychology Department at Bloomsburg University to promote positive behavioral
reinforcement in the classroom setting during the Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area
School District Urban Practicum.
“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban
Initiative Project” Margins of Excellence Grant of $6,150.00 (Summer
2009)
The proposal was accepted at the University level. The funds will assist in supplementing
student costs that will be incurred for housing, transportation, meals, and activities associated
with the Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban Practicum. Data
gathered from this practicum will be used by the district to assist in future hiring practices.
“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban Initiative
Project” PASSHE Equity and Diversity Grant of $12,860.00 (Summer 2007)
The proposal was selected to be sent to PASSHE, and was selected to be funded at that level.
The funds supplemented student costs incurred for housing, transportation, meals, and
activities associated with the Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban
Practicum. Data gathered from this practicum will be used by the district to assist in future
hiring practices.
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“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban Initiative
Project” PASSHE Equity and Diversity Grant of $7,680.00 (Summer 2006)
The proposal was selected to be sent to PASSHE, and was selected to be funded at that level.
The funds supplemented student costs incurred for housing, transportation, meals, and
activities associated with the Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban
Practicum. Data gathered from this practicum will be used by the district to assist in future
hiring practices.
Grants (Unfunded):
“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban Initiative Project”
Research & Development Grant of $10,000.00
(Summer 2010 - unfunded)
The proposal was accepted at the University level. The funds will assist in supplementing
student costs that will be incurred for housing, transportation, meals, and activities associated
with the Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban Practicum. Data
gathered from this practicum will be used by the district to assist in future hiring practices.
“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban
Initiative Project” Margins of Excellence Grant of $14,860.00 (Summer
2010- unfunded)
The proposal was accepted at the University level. The funds will assist in supplementing
student costs that will be incurred for housing, transportation, meals, and activities associated
with the Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban Practicum. Data
gathered from this practicum will be used by the district to assist in future hiring practices.
“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban
Initiative Project” Special Projects in Academic Affairs Grant of $7,000.00(Summer
2008 - unfunded)
This proposal was not selected for funding at the University level. The funds would have
supplemented student costs incurred for housing, transportation, meals, and activities
associated with the Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban
Practicum. Data gathered from this practicum will be used by the district to assist in future
hiring practices.
“Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban
Initiative Project” Margins of Excellence Grant of $7,000.00 (Summer
2008 - unfunded)
This proposal was not selected for funding at the University level. The funds would have
supplemented student costs incurred for housing, transportation, meals, and activities
associated with the Bloomsburg University/Bethlehem Area School District Urban
Practicum. Data gathered from this practicum will be used by the district to assist in future
hiring practices.
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9. Offices Held
2006 – 2009
National Social Science Board of Directors - As a member of this board, I review
manuscripts being considered for publication with the National Social Science Journal,
which focuses on higher education pedagogy across diverse content areas.
10. Sessions Chaired: None
11. Memberships
2006 - 2010 Board of Directors, National Social Science Association
2005 - Present Member of the National Social Science Association
2003 - Present National Association of Social Studies
2003 - Present Member of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
2002 - Present Pennsylvania Science Teachers Association (PSTA)
1999 - Present National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
1999 - 2005 Associate member of the Pennsylvania School Boards Association
1999 - 2005 Member of the National Association of Secondary School Principals
12. Graduate Work: None
13. Other Contributions to Scholarly Growth
Manuscript Review
2014 Math Module, Fraction Number Sense, Elementary and Middle School
Mathematics: Teaching Developmentally, 9/e by Van de Walle, Karp and Bay-
Wilson, ISBN: 0133768937.
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2012 "Which One of These Things Doesn't Belong?" (working title) [Paper #12-04-
038-3H], National Council Teachers of Mathematics.
2011 (2011) Modules set for Elementary Mathematics. Upper Saddle River, NJ:
Pearson.
2011 (2011) Integrating Math and Science in Early Childhood Classrooms through Big
Ideas: A Constructivist Approach. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
2009 Charlesworth, R. (2005) Experiences in Mathematics for young children (5th
ed.).
Clifton Park, NY: Thompson.
2009 Harlan, J. D., & Rivkin, M. S. (2009) Science experiences for the early childhood
years (9th
ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
2009 Van de Walle, J. A. (2007). Elementary and middle school mathematics:
Teaching developmentally (7th ed.). Boston: Allyn& Bacon.
2009 Bahr, D. (2009). Elementary mathematics is
anything but elementary (1st ed.). Boston: Houghton-Mifflin.
2009 Van de Walle, J. A. (2008). Elementary and middle school mathematics:
Teaching developmentally, 7/e (7th ed.). Boston: Allyn& Bacon.
2008 Columba, L., Kim, C. Y., & Moe, J. A. (Anticipated 2009) The power of picture
books in teaching math and science (2nd ed.) Scottsdale: Holcomb Hathaway.
Conferences Attended
2014 PASSHE Summit on Diversity – Millersville University, Millersville, PA, October 2014
Co-presented the following session – Finding Diversity in a Homogeneous Setting
2013 NERA – Rocky Hill, CT, October 2013.
2011 Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching – Washington, DC June
2011
2011 University Of Wisconsin-Stout Early Childhood Conference, Menomonie, WI.
April 2011
2010 NAEYC Annual Conference, Anaheim, CA.
November 2010
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2010 Family Involvement Conference, Lake Harmony, PA
October 2010
2010 10th Annual Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching – Traverse
City, Michigan
September 2010
2010 University Of Wisconsin-Stout Early Childhood Conference, Menomonie, WI.
April 2010
2010 The Association for the Study of Play 25th
Annual Conferences, Georgia State
University, Atlanta, Georgia, March 2010.
2009 NAEYC Annual Conference, Washington, DC.
November 2009
2009 Family Involvement Conference, Lake Harmony, PA
October 2009
2009 9th Annual Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching – Traverse
City, Michigan
September 2009
2009 University Of Wisconsin-Stout Early Childhood Conference, Menomonie, WI.
April 2009
2008 National Council Teachers of Mathematics Regional Conference and Exhibition,
Reno, NV.
November 2008
2008 9th Annual Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching – Traverse
City, Michigan
September 2008
2008 University Of Wisconsin-Stout Early Childhood Conference, Menomonie, WI.
April 2008
2008 National Social Science Association Spring Conference, Las Vegas, NV March
2008
2007 National Social Science Association Spring Conference, Las Vegas, NV.
April 2007
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2006 National Social Science Association Spring Conference, Las Vegas, NV.
April 2006
2006 National Social Science Association Spring Conference, San Francisco, CA.
October 2006
2005 National Social Science Association Fall Conference, Seattle, WA.
October 2005
Workshops Attended
2009: Waypoint Training – Individualized Workshop by Regina Bobak and Julie Wolfe
April, 2009
2007: Active Shooter workshop by Paul Mendofik, September, 2007
2006: What’s New in Blackboard 7by Regina Bobak, August, 2006.
Grant Writing Guidelines by Dr. Jerrold Harris, October, 2006.
2005: Horizon Wimba Live Classroom by Regina Bobak, October 2005
Turnitin by Regina Bobak, August, 2005
Respondus by Regina Bobak, August, 2005
Blackboard by Regina Bobak, August, 2005
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B. COMMITTEE SERVICE
Committee Type Elect/Appt/Volume Office
Held
Date
Committee member, TALE Outstanding
Teacher Award Committee
University Appointed None 2007-
2010
Committee Member, Bloomsburg University
Search Committee for the Executive Director
of Planning and Assessment
University Elected None 2008
Committee Member, Academic Grievances
Committee
University Appointed None Fall 2009-Fall
2015
Education Dean Search Committee, Early
Childhood & Adolescent Education, Member
University Elected None Fall 2011
STEM Magnet Committee University Appointed None Fall 2013
University Tenure Committee University Elected None 2012 -
Currentrly
University Promotion Committee University Elected None Fall 2013
Committee Member, APSCUF Search
Committee for an Instructional Support
Specialist
College Appointed None 2007-
2008
Committee Member, College of Education,
Faculty Mentoring Committee
College Appointed None 2009-
Present
Committee Member, School of Professional
Studies, Assessment Committee
College Appointed None 2007-
2014
Committee Member, School of Professional
Studies, Student Teaching and Field
Experiences Handbook Committee
College Appointed None 2006-
2007
Committee Member, Portfolio Committee,
Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Department
Department Elected None 2005-
2008
Curriculum Committee, Early Childhood and
Elementary Education Department Department Elected Chair 2006 -
Present
Professional Development Committee Department Elected Chairperson
2011, 2015,
2016
Fall 2010-
Present
Promotion Committee, Early Childhood and
Elementary Education Department
Department Elected None 2007-
2008
Search and Screen Committee, Early
Childhood and Elementary Education
Department
Department Elected Co-Chair 2006-
2007
Search and Screen Committee, Early
Childhood and Elementary Education
Department
Department Elected Chair 2006-
2008
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Tenure Committee Department Elected Chairperson
Spring
2011
Fall 2010-
2015
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C. ADVISEMENT TO STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
2012-Present Faculty Advisor – Softball Club
Since 2012, I have served as the faculty advisor of
Bloomsburg University’s Softball Club. I am responsible for
overseeing all facets of the club operations. I also assist in
facilitating the flow of academic achievement in conjunction
with athletic activities.
2008-Present Academic Mentor – Varsity Baseball
Since 2008, I have served as the academic advisor of
Bloomsburg University’s Baseball Team. This team, made
up of all academic majors. As the academic advisor, I am
responsible for assisting team members in their academic
scheduling and developing work study strategies to assist in
facilitation of academic achievement in conjunction with
their athletic activities.
D. OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE UNIVERSITY
Faculty Mentor
During the 2006-07 academic year, I mentored a new full-time temporary faculty
member who became a tenure-track faculty member in August 2006. During the
2007-08 academic year I was assigned to be the mentor of a new tenure-track
faculty member during that academic year. I met with my mentee regularly and
also invited her to various academic and social events.
Bethlehem Area School District Urban Initiative Project
During the summer semesters of 2006 - 2017I have facilitated the Bethlehem Area
School District Urban Initiative Project, which is an innovative learning experience
that provides academic insight to Bloomsburg students while allowing students the
opportunity to give back to the community in which they are teaching. The diversity
of this district allows Bloomsburg University education majors opportunities to
engage in techniques and methods which will foster curricular and instructional
improvement. %01 students have participated through May, 2016.
NCATE & PDE Activities
Prior to and during the College of Professional Studies most recent accreditation
visit from PDE and NCATE, I participated in many activities on a variety of levels
to assist my department chair and dean as they pieced together their individual
reports. During the actual site visit, I served as a NCATE/PDE Poster Session
leader, which showcased the math activities performed in my classroom.
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Math Camp Facilitator
During the summer semesters of 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011, I have facilitated
the Bloomsburg University Math Camp, which has provided supplemental
mathematics instruction for elementary school students. This program has grown
from approximately 160 students to 300 students in the last 5 years. This camp, in
conjunction with the Department of Exceptionalities, assists students with academic
regression during the summer months and assists parents in the preparation of the
upcoming school year.
Millville Math Night
During the fall and spring semesters of 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011, I have
facilitated the Bloomsburg University/Millville Elementary Math, which provided
supplemental mathematics instruction for elementary students. This program has
grown from approximately 100 students to 170 students in the last 5 years. This
evening, in conjunction with the Millville School District, assists students with
academic progress based on conceptual areas identified by classroom teachers.
Additionally, it provides Bloomsburg University student’s actual experiences with
elementary aged students.
Migrant Camp
During the summer of 2007, I facilitated the Bloomsburg University/CSIU Migrant
Camp, which provided supplemental language instruction for approximately 135
students. This camp, in conjunction with the Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit,
assisted ELL students with academic support during the summer months and
provided Bloomsburg University student’s actual experiences with ELL students.
Greenwood Friends Tutoring Program
Starting in the fall of 2010, 30 students are assigned throughout the semester to
provide math tutorial assistance to students at the Greenwood Friends School.
This program is designed to assist Bloomsburg University students in developing
strategies to create effective math instruction.
Saint Joseph’s Memorial School Tutoring Program
Starting in the fall of 2010, 20 students are assigned throughout the semester to
provide math tutorial assistance to students at the St. Joseph’s Memorial School.
This program is designed to assist Bloomsburg University students in developing
strategies to create effective math instruction.
East Lycoming School District Math Day
On April 8, 2011, 22 students are assigned in all classrooms in the Picture Rocks
Elementary School to present and develop enjoyable mathematics activities. This
program is designed to assist Bloomsburg University students in developing
strategies to create effective math instruction.
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YMCA Tutoring Program and Bloomsburg High School
Starting in the fall of 2011, students are assigned to provide math tutorial assistance
to students afterschool and on Saturdays at the YMCA in Bloomsburg. This
program is designed to assist Bloomsburg University students in developing
strategies to create effective math instruction.
Bloomsburg University students tutor approximately 100 students ranging from grades
K-8. The 2016 format changes as we partnered with Bloomsburg school District.
Presentations
2012 “Current Topics in Education,” presented at the Gamma Beta Chapter of Kappa
Delta Phi’s Program, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, PA.
2011 “Every Question You Wanted to Ask About Teaching But Were Afraid To!”
presented at the Student Council for Exceptional Children November 29, 2011
meeting, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, PA.
2011 “Incorporating Play into the Literacy Curriculum,” presented at the 47th
Annual
Bloomsburg University Reading, Literacy and Learning Conference, Bloomsburg,
PA.
2010 “Strange Relationships,” co-presented at Bloomsburg University TALE Seminar
with Drs. Molly Marnella, Heather Feldhaus and Marion Mason, Bloomsburg,
PA.
2010 “Interviewing Techniques,” presented at the Gamma Beta Chapter of Kappa Delta
Phi’s Program, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, PA.
2010 “Making A Difference,” presented at the 2010 Secretarial Symposium,
Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, PA.
2009 “Using Waypoint in the Classroom,” co-presented at Bloomsburg University
TALE Seminar with Dr. Regina Bobak, Bloomsburg, PA.
2009 “Helping Parents with Math Homework,” to be presented at the 35th
Annual
Family Involvement Conference, Lake Harmony, PA.
2009 “The Successful Interview,” presented at the Bloomsburg University Chapter of
Phi Delta Kappan Meeting, Bloomsburg, PA
2009 “Embracing the Community in Field Studies Activities,” presented at
Bloomsburg University TALE Seminar, Bloomsburg, PA
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2009 “The Successful Interview,” presented at the Bloomsburg University Student
Association for Childhood Education International Meeting, Bloomsburg,
PA
2008 “The Value of the Practicum,” presented at the Bloomsburg University Student
Association for Curriculum Development Meeting, Bloomsburg, PA.
2008 “Getting that First Job,” presented at the Bloomsburg University Student
Association for Curriculum Development Meeting, Bloomsburg, PA.
2008 "Making Math Night Work at Your School", presented at the Second Annual
Bucknell-CSIU Mathematics Teacher Conference, Lewisburg, PA. (Co-presented
with Mrs. Karey Killian, Math Specialist, Millville School District.)
2008 “Managing an Effective Classroom,” presented at the Southern Columbia School
District, Catawissa, PA.
2008 “The Successful Interview,” presented at the Bloomsburg University Student
Association for Curriculum Development Meeting, Bloomsburg, PA
2007 “Professionalism,” presented at the Bloomsburg University Student
Pennsylvania State Education Association Meeting, Bloomsburg, PA
2006 “Empowering Students in the Grading Process,” presented at
Bloomsburg University TALE Seminar, Bloomsburg, PA
2005 “Keeping the Momentum Going,” presented at the Pennsylvania
Association of Federal Coordinators Conference, Pittsburgh, PA
2005 “A Math Coaching Model that Works,” presented at the
Pennsylvania Association of Federal Coordinators Conference,
Pittsburgh, PA
2004 “Successful Math Strategies on the Grade 3 PSSA,” presented at the
Pennsylvania Association of Federal Coordinators Conference, Seven Spring,
PA
2000 “Solving Words Problems Without Pain,” presented at the 4th
annual Bloomsburg University Education Conference,
Bloomsburg, PA
Meetings and Events
Participant, Graduate Commencement, May & December 2006 - 2016
Participant, Undergraduate Commencement, December 2005, and May & December, 2006 - 2010
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(Served as Marshall in May 2006, December 2007, December 2009, December 2010, Spring 2011
and 2014 – Spring 2016 and Reader in Winter 2014.)
Participant, Professional Studies Awards Ceremony, April 19, 2009 and May 2013.
Presenter, Department of Early Childhood & Elementary Education Open House, April 16,
2011
Presenter, Department of Early Childhood & Elementary Education Open House, April 24,
2010
Presenter, Department of Early Childhood & Elementary Education Open House, April 25,
2009
Presenter, Department of Early Childhood & Elementary Education Open House, April 24,
2008
Participant, Majors Fair, October 20, 2010
Participant, Majors Fair, October 21, 2009
Participant, Majors Fair, October 23, 2008
Participant, Majors Fair, October 24, 2007
Participant, Majors Fair, March 22, 2006
Attended, 2009 TALE Seminar Series, “Getting Organized for Tenure and Promotion,” September 16,
2009
Participant, Assessment and Evaluation Task Force Workshop, Bloomsburg University, September
2006. Participant, Freshman Orientation Activities, (2006, 2007, 2008)
Faculty Presenter, Athletic Awards Banquet (2011, 2014)
Participant, Athletic Awards Banquet (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014)
Participant, Academic Convocation (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008)
Participant, College of Professional Studies Awards Assembly (2009, 2010, 2011, 2013)
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Participant, Transition to Teaching Career Conference, March 17, 2006
Facilitator, summer reading assignment discussion group (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009)
Participant, Department of Early Childhood & Elementary Education freshman orientation
luncheon (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009)
Attended, “Safeguarding Self and Others,” Sept. 11, 2007.
Participant, “President’s Conversation on Diversity,” November 17, 2005
Participant, Praxis Task Force, November 10, 2005
Participant, Freshman Orientation Activities August 25, 2005
E. COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTIONS
Offices Held: NONE
Meetings and Events
Committee Member Representing Dean Ann Lee, Dean of Professional Studies
Representative, Parkland School District Consortium on Effective Teaching, 2006 -2008.
Speaker, Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association, Annual Officials Conference,
August 2006-2011.
Liaison, Geisinger Medical Center, March 2008.
Attended, Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Commissioning Ceremony, May 12, 2007.
Instructor, Little League Baseball International for one week each June/July, Umpire Clinic,
2000- 2006
Additional Contributions
Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA), Presented “Philosophy of Sports Officiating”
at the largest interscholastic sports’ officials convention in nation, August 12, 2011.
Eastern Collegiate Football Officials Association (ECFOA), Shared time and expertise n the 2010
ECFOA Football Clinic, August 12, 2010.
Who’s Who Among Students and Universities Nominations, 2005/2006, 2006/2007.
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Conducted Football Clinic Seminars, State Correctional Institution, Mahanoy, PA, 2005- 2006.
Registered PIAA Sports’ Official in Baseball, Basketball, and Football, 1980-Present.
Section Three. APPENDIX PAGES
YEARLY, TENURE, AND/OR FIVE YEAR EVALUATIONS
CLASSROOM OBSERVATIONS BY DEPARTMENTAL EVALUATION COMMITTEE
Class Observer
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Gary Doby
Date
9/7/05
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Frank Misiti 9/23/05
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Gary Doby 4/7/06
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Frank Misiti 6/7/06
Methods & Materials in Math & Science Dr. Gary Doby 9/7/06
Methods & Materials in Math & Science Dr. Frank Misiti 9/15/06
Elementary School Curriculum Dr. Gary Doby 1/22/07
Methods & Materials in Math & Science Dr. Frank Misiti 2/12/07
Elementary School Curriculum Dr. Gary Doby 1/22/07
Methods & Materials in Math & Science Dr. Frank Misiti 2/12/07
Methods & Materials in Math & Science Dr. Frank Misiti 9/19/07
Methods & Materials in Math & Science Dr. Robert Clarke 9/19/07
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Bonnie Williams 10/2/07
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Michael Patte 9/11/08
Elementary School Curriculum Dr. Ruth Kennedy 9/17/08
Elementary School Curriculum Dr. Gary Doby 1/30/08
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Bonita Franks 3/6/08
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Caryn Terwilliger 1/27/09
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Frank Misiti 2/3/09
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Michael Patte 9/1/09
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Frank Misiti 9/15/09
CLASSROOM OBSERVATIONS BY CHAIRPERSON
Class Observer
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Charles Starkey
Date
9/8/09
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Charles Starkey 9/9/08
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Charles Starkey 9/26/07
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Bonnie Williams 9/6/06
Methods & Materials in Elementary Mathematics Dr. Bonnie Williams 12/5/05
EVALUATION COMMITTEE PERFORMANCE REVIEW AND EVALUATIONS
Performance Review and Evaluation October 1, 2009
Department Evaluation Committee October 28, 2008
October 16, 2007
October 18, 2006
January 26, 2006
ANNUAL EVALUATIONS BY THE CHAIRPERSON
Performance Review and Evaluation November 30, 2009
October 21, 2008
October 16. 2007
Not Submitted
February 7, 2006
ANNUAL EVALUATIONS BY THE DEAN
Performance Review and Evaluation November 19, 2009
November 21, 2008
November 19, 2007
November 21, 2006
February 14, 2006
Tenure Granted, September 2011
Promoted to Associate Professor, September 2013