2023
Joan
Ferrini-Mundy
Joan Ferrini-Mundy's service to the mathematics education community span multiple levels, state, regional, national, and international and go well beyond the responsibilities of her jobs. From the beginning of her career as a faculty member at the University of New Hampshire, her commitment
Elizabeth (Betty)
Phillips
The career of Elizabeth (Betty) Phillips has spanned over 65 years from her first year as a teacher of mathematics and science in Wisconsin in 1958 to her continuing leadership of the Connected Mathematics Project (CMP) at Michigan State University. Supported by research and c
2022
Carolyn
Maher
For more than forty years, Carolyn Maher has spearheaded the use of research on student learning and reasoning to inform the practice of classroom mathematics teachers. She has been a role model for teachers in engaging students through problem solving, communication, and collaboration and has wo
2021
Marta
Civil
Dr. Marta Civil received a BS degree in mathematics from the University of Barcelona in Spain in 1981. Continuing her education, she received an MS degree in teaching mathematics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985 and a PhD in education in the field of mathematics education
Elizabeth
Fennema
Dr. Elizabeth Fennema completed a BS degree in psychology from Kansas State College in 1950, her MA degree in education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1952, and a PhD, also from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, in education with an emphasis in mathematics education. She worke
Steven
Leinwand
Steven Leinwand began his mathematics career receiving a BA degree from Wesleyan University in economics in 1971 and an MS degree from Central Connecticut State University in educational supervision and administration in 1976. After teaching for seven years at Middletown (Connecticut) High Sch
2020
Karen
Karp
Karen Karp has dedicated her life to not only mathematics but also the intersection of mathematics education and special education. One of her colleagues said, “At her core, Dr. Karp is a teacher's teacher.” Another said, “Dr. Karen Karp has the unique gift and ability to profoundly impact teachers
Rita
Janes
Rita Janes has been exemplary as a teacher at all levels, a mathematics coordinator, a university instructor, a researcher, a writer of mathematics materials and assessments, a moving force in curriculum work, a leader in professional development, and a conference planner and speaker.
2019
Dr. Stiff previously served as NCTM President, as well as representing the North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics as President and Vice President. As a member and participant of various committees and associations, Stiff has been a clear leader and has been able to share his expertise with students and educators all over.
Dr. Margaret (Peg) Smith has had a career thoroughly
dedicated to mathematics and furthering the knowledge of other educators. Dr.
Smith has authored and co-authored nearly one hundred books and articles,
impacting students and teachers of all levels.
Dr. Johnny Lott has dedicated his life to mathematics and the
education community. He has on numerous
boards and panels during a career spanning nearly 50 years. A tireless
educator, advocate, and supporter of mathematics education, Lott has impacted
the lives of many, and continues to do so to this day.
2018
William Renwick
Speer
Dr. William Speer has spent most of his life working to improve mathematics education in more than fifteen different roles over the years at institutions across the country. He is known for his tireless efforts and contributions to advancements within the field. He received two Fulbright
Carole E.
Greenes
Throughout her distinguished career, Dr. Carole Greenes has dedicated herself to excellence in mathematics education. Known for her generous, creative, and encouraging approach, she has made a long-lasting impact on the field.
“Teachers and leaders throughout Arizona's K-12 system benefit
2017
J. Michael
Shaughnessy
Michael Shaughnessy's dedication and significant contributions to mathematics education span over forty years. His passion for teaching and learning; his classroom research; his many publications and hundreds of presentations; his leadership, integrity, humor, and ability to engage and i
Margaret J. (Peg)
Kenney
For more than six decades, the national and international mathematics education community has felt the strong presence of Margaret J. (Peg) Kenney. She was an outstanding teacher, a strong leader for many professional organizations, a mentor for hundreds of classroom teachers, and an a
2016
Edwin
Dickey
Ed Dickey is a professor of mathematics, associate department chair of instruction and teacher education, and a director of the Office of Educational Outreach at the University of South Carolina. In addition to his significant contributions at USC, he has also taught at Columbia College and Richla
Barbara J.
Reys
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2016
2015
The Mathematics Education Trust (MET) Board of Trustees has selected M. Kathleen (Kathy) Heid as one of the recipients of the NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award in 2015.
The Mathematics Education Trust (MET) Board of Trustees has selected Bert K. Waits (posthumously) as one of the recipients of the NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award in 2015.
The Mathematics Education Trust (MET) Board of Trustees has selected Franklin D. Demana as one of the recipients of the NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award in 2015.
2014
2014 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Christian R. Hirsch
2014 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Miriam A. Leiva
2013
James M.
Rubillo
Jim Rubillo has been an inspirational leader, communicator, and advocate for mathematics education for more than 45 years. He has made numerous contributions to the mathematics education community, with a special emphasis on technology and teaching mathematics at the community college and high
2013 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Carol E. Malloy.
2012
2012 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Francis (Skip) Fennell
Gail F.
Burrill
More than probability played a role in getting Gail Burrill where she is today. Burrill is an indefatigable advocate for more statistics in the classroom. This drive for statistics-and for mathematics in general-has carried her to numerous roles in her career, from high school math teacher to
2011
2011 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Eugene A. Klotz
2011 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Stephen Krulik
2010
2010 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Henry O. Pollak
2010 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Harry B. Tunis
2009
2009 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Edward A. Silver
2009 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Evan M. Maletsky
2008
2008 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Frank K. Lester, Jr.
2008 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Robert E. Reys.
2007
2007 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Judith E. Jacobs
2007 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Douglas A. Grouws
2006
2006 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, L. Carey Bolster.
2006 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Gary G. Bitter.
2005
2005 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Peggy A. House.
2005 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, James T. Fey.
2004
2004 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Glenda T. Lappan.
2004 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Thomas P. Carpenter.
2003
2003 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Jack Price.
2003 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Jeremy Kilpatrick.
2002
2002 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Shirley M. Frye
2002 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Donald J. Dessart.
2001
2001 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Zalman Usiskin
2001 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, James W. Wilson
2000
2000 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Judith T. Sowder
2000 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Mary M. Lindquist
1999
1999 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Genevieve M. Knight
1999 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, F. Joe Crosswhite
1998
1998 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Max A. Sobel
1998 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, James D. Gates
1998 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Marilyn N. Suydam
1997
1997 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Thomas A. Romberg
1997 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Iris M. Carl
1997 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, John C. Egsgard
1996
1996 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Gerlena R. Clark
1996 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Izaak Wirszup
1996 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, John A. Dossey
1995
1995 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Stanley J. Bezuszka, S.J.
1995 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Stephen S. Willoughby
1995 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Lola J. May
1994
1994 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Eugene P. Smith
1994 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Shirley A. Hill
1994 NCTM Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, Edgar L. Edwards, Jr.