Department members Dr. Martha Makowski and Dr. Erin Watley are co-PIs of the NSF funded project “Cultivating Elementary Mathematics Specialists” (CEMS; NSF # 2447955). This project aims to serve the national need for improved mathematics teaching and learning in elementary schools by preparing and supporting a cadre of Elementary Mathematics Specialists (EMSs) who are highly effective mathematics teachers and teacher leaders. Over 5 years, 18 participating elementary teachers will engage in sust