What is algebra?

What counts as meaningful algebra? Who is supported to learn algebra meaningfully? I’m excited to share a compilation of research and practice through the visual strategy of sketchnotes in a forthcoming book. Please reach out for inquiries about workshops and events. Fonger, N. L. (2024). Making algebra meaningful: A visual approach to math literacy forContinue reading “What is algebra?”

Data Warriors Safe Communities Event

Join us! All are welcome at this free, family friendly event on Saturday Dec. 2 from 2:30-4:30 pm at SALT Space 103 Wyoming St. Syracuse. Highlights: free food, a dj, giveaways, guest speakers, interactive displays by high school studentsĀ and teachers and SU students and faculty Signup here: https://bit.ly/DataWarriorsDec2 The Data Warriors focus on education andContinue reading “Data Warriors Safe Communities Event”

Syracuse Truth Seekers June 10 2023 Lead Poisoning Prevention Event

Join us at the Nottingham H.S. Courtyard (3100 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY) on June 10, 2023 from Noon-2PM for a Youth-Centered Education and Advocacy Event focused on Lead Poisoning Prevention in Syracuse. What? We will have free food, music, and hands-on activities! Youth, teachers, students, and professors will showcase educational posters, maps, hands-on activities,Continue reading “Syracuse Truth Seekers June 10 2023 Lead Poisoning Prevention Event”

The Antiracist Algebra Coalition.

In this post I answer 5 key questions: 1. What was the initial process of forming the Antiracist Algebra Coalition like? 2. How did my ideas become reality? 3. Did you receive support from any of your colleagues or the university? 4. What sparked your interest in starting “The Antiracist Algebra Coalition”? 5. What areContinue reading “The Antiracist Algebra Coalition.”

Learning to listen.

Learning to listen. To a calling, deep inside. Turning inward to notice. No longer hidden– A desire to connect. With higher purpose. Through expression. Through teaching. Through silence. Through sleep. My dreams bring visions of translations of Sanskrit verses Yet here I am–awakened to the sounds of babes Crying, whining, cajoling me back to awareness.Continue reading “Learning to listen.”

Rx. Breathe, nature, self-care.

Each of us has a story, has been stuck, has suffered affliction of one form or another. Our challenge then, remains an opportunity. See one another.Ā Hold space for one another. Be. When you are in that place in you, and I am in that place in me, we are one.