Board Members
The Math Learning Center is fortunate to have a dedicated team of volunteer board members that together bring deep experience in education and in particular the teaching and learning of mathematics.
Daniel E. Gossack, ChairA graduate of the University of Oregon with a BA in Mathematics Mr. Gossack taught high school mathematics for 5 years in the Salem School District. During this time he was involved in Oregon Mathematics Education Program and was an early adopter of Math in the Mind's Eye techniques. He is a founder and President of TimeMark Incorporated, a manufacturer of traffic data collection equipment.
Dr. Darrell Clukey
A former elementary school teacher, math resource teacher, and school principal, Dr. Clukey joined MLC in 1988 as director of the professional development office, retiring in 2003. Throughout his career he has been dedicated to providing for the support of teachers, serving as a mentor for pre-service and in-service teachers, president of a local education association, president of a state-wide federation of independent schools, and as a member of several state and local educational advisory committees.
Starla Manchester
Starla Manchester learned about MLC over 15 years ago while working on her education degree and mathematics endorsement. Passionate about the teaching and learning of math she went on to earn a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. She currently mentors middle school teachers and manages the mentor teacher program for Vancouver School District in Washington. A long-time advocate for math, Starla has also led MLC workshops and recently served on a state committee to develop guidelines for math mentors / coaches.
Dr. David Moursund
A founding MLC board member, Dr. Moursund has a doctorate degree in math and taught at the University of Oregon in the Department of Mathematics, the Department of Computer and Information Science, and the College of Education. He founded the International Society of Technology in Education (ISTE) and held the position of Chief Executive Officer from 1979 to 1998. He is currently focused on writing books for pre-service and in-service teachers which he makes available free on his Web site.
Dan Raguse
As president of MLC, Mr. Raguse has been an ex-officio, voting member of the board since 1999. Mr. Raguse has worked for the organization since 1990 and has served in a variety of roles including video and media producer, technology manager, production manager, and executive vice-president. Mr. Raguse earned a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction and prior to his employment with MLC was an elementary and middle school teacher for 10 years.
Dr. Julie Rowland
Dr. Rowland has been at Concordia University since 1979 where she teaches math content and methodology courses for teachers as well as general education math courses. She recently completed her doctoral program at Portland State University where her dissertation focused on ways teachers can influence self-efficacy for adult learners of mathematics.
Michael Wong
Michael Wong was on the Math Advisory Committee for the North Clackamas School District where he taught for 30 years and helped found the district's first charter school. He has a master’s degree in curriculum and supervision and has been a professional development workshop instructor for Math Learning Center since 1986.