Expert Areas
Strategies for highly effective teaching and learning practices, effective questioning strategies, and student engagement
Professional Career
Tolene has 36 years of experience in education, including teaching grades K-6 and serving as an elementary principal in Madison County. After retiring, she presented at conferences with the Kentucky Center for Mathematics and the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, providing professional learning opportunities for educators across Kentucky. She also worked as a Pearson Education Specialist, where she delivered professional development on formative and summative assessments in multiple states.
Degrees
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education Grades K-8, Eastern Kentucky University
Master of Arts in Elementary Education, Eastern Kentucky University
Rank I Endorsement for Supervision of Instruction and Director of Pupil Personnel, Eastern Kentucky University
Associations and Awards
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Member
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Recognized for outstanding participation as a member of Kentucky Leadership Academy