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George Milliken
Global Mathematics Education Consultant, The Milliken Hines Group
Location: Winston-Salem, NC United States
Birthday: Apr 18th
Joined: Oct 20th, 2008

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I am the oldest of four as well as a PK. My wife describes me as a disabled veteran mathematician. I joined the Army as a Forward Observer and was honorably discharged due to injuries received in a nearly fatal accident. While recovering from the injuries, I earned a degree in Architectural Drafting and Design.
I am a proud graduate of Kentucky State University, where I co-majored in Pure Mathematics as well as Education and minored in Computer Science and Business. I sang bass in the Gospel and Concert Choirs as well as being the editor of the campus newspaper. I was also the first male cheerleader since the school didn't have a gymnastics team.
I graduated with distinction from Hofstra University in New York with my master's degree in Mathematics Education. I was one of the professionals who developed the standards-based mathematics assessment model for the state of Kentucky and I was 1 of 2 mathematics staff developers for The Kentucky A.V.I.D. Program. I also developed and implemented teaching strategies that helped students improve at all levels, using a cultural connection. I was assigned to teach the students who were having difficulty learning mathematics and was able to help them improve dramatically in a year. I was appointed to the position of chairperson of the mathematics department at ABGS Middle School in Hempstead, NY where I was able to significantly reverse the downward trend of test scores by implementing strategies designed to improve student thinking, reasoning and understanding of mathematical ideas .

My Interview Question

Are you willing to learn something new today? Why?

Current Whereabouts:

I am currently retired due to disability. My spine is broken in several places and the pain finally became too much to bear and continue to teach. I am the homemaker, cooking, cleaning, homework with our twins, doctor's appointments, etc., and I love it!! I am a huge fan of reading because I believe in lifelong learning. I also mentor African-American males interested in the teaching profession.

Life & Professional Aspirations:

I would like to get my Ph.D in ethnomathematics with an emphasis in teaching and learning. I would also like to write a couple of books, one fiction and one nonfiction. I hope to develop new and lasting friendships from this site.

Education (request update)

Kentucky State University class of 1993

Undergrad Major: Mathematics

Claim To Fame:

Developed the mathematics assessment model for the state of Kentucky and every state that uses the standards-based assessment model. Singing bass in the Concert Choir, University Choir and Gospel Ensemble. Being the first male Cheerleader as well as becoming editor-in-chief of the campus newspaper.

Most Memorable Moment:

Winning almost every award from the Mathematics and Education Departments and Job Fair in my senior year; being appointed to the school's NCATE Committee; traveling across the country with the Concert and Gospel Choirs; working in the surrounding school systems prior to graduation; gaining the respect and admiration of my fellow campus athletes as the first and only male cheerleader. Receiving a standing ovation when they announced my name at graduation.

Hofstra University class of

Grad Major:

High School: Paducah Tillghman High School in Paducah, KY class of 1978

Activities & Accomplishments:

I played tuba in the Marching Band, Concert Band, and Pep Band, Gymnastics Team, artist for school newspaper, Letterman's Club, Basketball, Gifted and Talented Program

Best Memories:

The only African-American recognized as gifted and talented in my graduating class; choreographing the band dance for Homecoming; learning a full twisting back somersault on the floor and a half in half out double back flip on the trampoline; teaching gymnastics on Saturdays for P.P.R.D.;Wednesday night rollerskating

Experience

I currently work with The Milliken Hines Group as Global Mathematics Education Consultant
I have 15 years of experience working in the Teaching / K-12 Education industry.

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