Area of Focus: Primary (Grades K – 2) Mathematics
Former Theatre Geek, Maria Frey held many positions before falling on her true calling as a Second Grade teacher and Math Leader with East Irondequoit Central School District. In 2023, she completed the five-year, Noyce Master Teacher Fellowship, through which she earned certificates of Advanced Study in K-12 Digitally Rich Teaching and Learning and Teacher Leadership from the Warner School of Education at the University of Rochester. Maria has been responsible for writing curriculum for the district, embedding computer science standards, reformed based and culturally responsive practices for math, literacy, science, and social studies. In addition, she has acted as a new teacher mentor, content-focused coaching for grades Pre-K through 2nd grade, and provided job embedded professional learning in areas of digital literacy and mathematical discourse.
Maria Frey forms relationships with her students and their families breaking boundaries to communication, giving voice to her students through individual or group discourse and including them in goal setting and reflection. She believes in providing opportunities for students to authentically apply their knowledge and skills. She encourages students to be resourceful and independent learners through careful scaffolding and inquiry into their own methods for learning.