Tiffany LeGrand

Your favorite math teacher's favorite math teacher. The Mary Poppins of Middle School Math.

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

I met Dr. Nivens at a Teacher Jobfair at CAU, he left such an impression on me I moved from GA to teach in TX. He was my first principal and I learned so much from him. I have no doubt that I would be the educator I am now without his guidance. Congratulations @Dr_RNivens !!!

[Education Week @educationweek]

Roosevelt Nivens, the 2026 national superintendent of the year, says his guiding principle as a district leader is simple: No children in his schools should feel as hopeless as he did growing up.

Nivens, superintendent of the 49,000-student Lamar Consolidated district in Texas, struggled academically and didn’t feel like many of his teachers cared about him as a person. Now, as a district leader, Nivens, often while wearing a “free hugs” t-shirt, makes a point of regularly visiting schools and connecting with students to make sure they know somebody cares about them.

“I feel like when I do those things, I could be that person to help fill the void for any child,” Nivens said. “When I do those things, I always feel like I’m helping somebody see the goodness and kindness in somebody in my position. … I don’t want to be that guy who sits in an office and hands down rules and regulations. I want to be human.”

Nivens was named the 2026 National Superintendent of the Year this month by @AASAHQ Education Week spoke with Nivens about the award, his inspiration, his support system, and his favorite part of the workday.

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

@mansfieldisd This is wonderful news!!! @mansfieldisd Made the right choice!!! Dr. Spencer is such an amazing and inspirational leader. I look forward to seeing the impact of her leadership. So happy my kiddos are in MISD🎉🎉🎉

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

A definite NEED TO READ!!! Most Students Say They’re Not ‘Math People,’ RAND Survey Finds @The74 https://t.co/ZRpfjJ6Tiw

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

Do you teach Math? Do you coach Math teachers? Register for this event! I'm going, let's continue to learn together ❤️
Helping Students Succeed in Math https://t.co/Xy2jkiHQOE

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

@DuncanvilleISD @PVAMU @UTArlington @Daniel_Intermed @Smith_Elem @KennemerMS Congratulations!!!

[Kyle Niemis @KyleNiemis]

It's official! @Desmos Studio & @Quizizz have partnered up! 🎉🎉🎉

Students get all the amazingness of interactive Desmos graphs & all the auto-grading & instant feedback from Quizizz. 😎

Yes it's free & you'll see from the video that it's wildly easy to bring them together! 😀

#edtech #youcanwithquizizz #quizizzformath #mathteachers #teachers #teachertwitter #math #desmos #desmosstudio

[Howie Hua @howie_hua]

Did you know percentages are reversible?

[edutopia @edutopia]

Executive function remains one of the most reliable predictors of success in academics—and in life. Here's the research on what it is, and how to cultivate it. ✈️

[edutopia @edutopia]

—@TheJoseVilson

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

Don't over plan. Lesson plans are made to address student needs, give yourself space to make changes. Love this article!

[MindShift @MindShiftKQED]

Longevity in teaching requires “making some choices about what you need to do versus what you want to do.” -@MirPloMCPS @TeachBacon

Tips for Reclaiming Your Time as a First-Year Teacher
https://t.co/XoOCl3X1mE

[edutopia @edutopia]

This 5-minute check-in provides students an alternative way to show what they know—especially helpful for those who struggle on tests. 🌟

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

Algebra Tiles!!! They make factoring so easy!
https://t.co/hO8BdnXtXl

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

A great read for new teachers! https://t.co/3jnag1woo8

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

https://t.co/CWcrhbyUAb

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

Manipulatives, visuals, vocabulary, student discourse. These strategies are good for all learners! I love everything about this!!!

[edutopia @edutopia]

This school has a large population of #ELLs who start kindergarten with little or no English. How did they get kids reaching proficiency by 3rd or 4th grade?

Watch to learn the strategies they used! 💫

[Tiffany LeGrand @Mrs_LeGrand25]

https://t.co/WiGA96DK9V

[edutopia @edutopia]

Math teachers: Try giving small groups of students a single dry-erase marker, a nonpermanent vertical surface, and a rich math task, and watch the magic unfold. 💫

[edutopia @edutopia]

Want to lighten students’ cognitive load? 🧠 📦 Explore these research-backed adjustments to your learning environment and materials: https://t.co/QhbFzU5BH6

[edutopia @edutopia]

Encourage math students to think independently with these strategies from @mrs_frommert. 🧮 💯 https://t.co/LRmtfHtCQb