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2023-24 Milken Educators
Photo 47 of 69Riley Gartland (NJ '23)
Teacher, Cinnaminson High School | Cinnaminson, NJ
Riley Gartland sets high standards for her students at Cinnaminson High School, where she teaches 9th, 11th and 12th grade math. She received a Milken Educator Award on October 11, 2023.
Students create board games, make Sierpinksi triangles and use current math technology like Desmos to create art. Gartland develops individualized achievement plans for each student by pre-testing to determine their current level, and incorporates one-on-one meetings to provide tailored support. She serves as the school National Honor Society advisor, planning the induction ceremony and reception, as well as chaperoning the prom and a senior class trip to Disney World. She serves as the freshman class advisor, mentoring students during all four years at Cinnaminson, and plans fundraisers, spirit week and the school blood drive. Gartland leads the Sunshine Committee, dedicated to improving teacher morale and reward colleagues’ commitment to the school. During district professional development, Gartland has been instrumental in training colleagues on new technology and resources.
Gartland received a Bachelor of Arts in education and mathematics from Rowan University in 2016.
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