Meet the Team

  • Shaundranetta Wood

    FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

    Shaundranetta has been a lifelong learner and mathematics educator in urban education for over 13 years. Her passion and love for mathematics stem from how mathematics has served her life and inspired her to start Math Speaks. Shaundra is a Mathematics Education Doctoral student at Morgan State University. When Shaundra is not working with Math Speaks, she enjoys supporting and spending time with her husband and two sons.

  • Ariel Eakin

    BOARD CHAIR

    Ariel is a veteran educator with over 22 years of experience in urban education. She possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, and a Master of Arts in Education, and is pursuing a Doctorate in Science Education at Morgan State University. She is deeply committed to the purpose of exposure and success of young students in STEM. Ariel resides in Florida and loves to travel and cook.

  • Larry Carroll, Sr.

    BOARD MEMBER

    Larry is a native Washingtonian and local entrepreneur. He is currently the owner of Larry’s World Fitness, KAAOS Fitness Center. He has over 25 years of experience in the health and fitness field. He has won numerous awards as a state, regional, national, and world powerlifter. Larry’s passion and dedication to fitness, as well as his focus on individuals’ needs, has created extreme loyalty among his clients. Larry is excited to bring his marketing and advertising experience to Math Speaks!

  • Ashli Wilson

    INTERIM TREASURER

    Ashli is an experienced social justice educator who has taught in DC for 17 years. She graduated from Spelman College and Tufts University but is originally from Prince George’s County, MD. Ashli’s core values are equity, creativity, and legacy; she has lived them out through many years as a Special Education teacher and now as a School Administrator. When she is not doing important work in schools, Ashli enjoys leading with her husband as a Children’s Pastor and mentor. She also enjoys time outdoors with her daughter and son.

  • Cecilia Rubiera

    INTERIM BOARD SECRETARY

    Cecilia Rubiera is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Approved Supervisor in the State of Maryland. She is currently working in a telehealth role but has work experience in a diverse set of roles and environments. She has been working with children/teens most of her life in different capacities. Cecilia is excited to bring networking, fundraising, and community outreach skills to the team and strengthen existing skills!

Join our Board of Directors

Math Speaks seeks Board members who are mission-driven, energetic, and ready for a rewarding position. This is an exciting time of growth and development as we continue to scale our impact through our after-school and weekend programs and organizational capacity-building work.  Board members must be motivated people with a passion for furthering the impact of Math Speaks.

You will leverage your connections, networks, or experience in philanthropy to increase the number of black and brown students exposed to STEM-based education and professions.  Your passion for sustaining the work of Math Speaks with your board colleagues in a collaborative team environment contributes to the mission and vision of Math Speaks. Your communication ability helps you foster connections with board members and build relationships with community stakeholders.

If this sounds like you, apply to become a Math Speaks Board member today. 


Overview of Service

Board member terms are for three years. Working with the Executive Director, Board members attend meetings (via online conference or in-person) bi-monthly. Board members will have opportunities to enhance their understanding of and involvement in Math Speaks through participating on Standing or Ad Hoc Committees.

We seek people with:

  • Dedication to act as the governing and fiduciary body of Math Speaks

  • Professional or personal experience working with diverse communities

  • Willingness to commit 6 - 8 hours per month, outside of board and committee meetings, towards moving the organization forward

  • ​​Willingness to actively participate in all meetings (virtual and/or in person)

  • Strategic thinker with a steadfast work ethic, a sense of purpose, and a sense of humor

  • Strong communication skills (verbal & written) and ability to build consensus amongst stakeholders, donors, and future supporters of Math Speaks 

  • Ability to inspire others to support Math Speaks’ mission, goals, and economic growth

  • Contribute ideas, content, and coordination for events. Math Speaks

  • Has the desire to support after-school/weekend STEM programming

    Accepting applications now!