Our Mission

The mission of the University of Maryland Terrapin Teachers program is to engage science and
mathematics students in the teaching and learning process so that they are prepared by the end of their four undergraduate years to be highly skilled middle and secondary science and mathematics school teachers who can go on to teach and inspire their students, and enable them to not only know about science and math, but to use these disciplines in their everyday lives.

Terrapin Teacher Partners

Our local school district partners are so important and are an integral part of the success of the program.

Montgomery County Public Schools

• Northwood High School

Prince George's County Public Schools

• Adelphi Elementary School

• Berwyn Heights Elementary School

• College Park Academy 

• Cool Spring Elementary School

• Hyattsville Elementary School

• Hyattsville Middle School

• Lamont Elementary School

• Lewisdale Elementary School

• Paint Branch Elementary School

• Springhill Lake Elementary School

Future Mathematics Teachers’ Council at UMCP

The Future Mathematics Teachers’ Council at UMCP (FMTC) is a student-run organization designed to give aspiring math educators the opportunity to connect and support one another as they prepare for future careers in teaching. FMTC hosts one community-building event each month–often a game or craft night–and provides opportunities to attend and present at local conferences. One proud accomplishment of FMTC is the Game On project, a Do Good-funded program aiming to improve K-12 students’ math proficiency through board games.

2025-26 Board Members

President - Zoe Chabria

Vice President - Chloe Mentz

Secretary - Rhea Ovungal

Treasurer - Rowan Weiss

Co-community Liaison - Ada Mutch & Jillian Cline

Faculty Advisor - Dr. Dana Grosser-Clarkson

TERRAPIN TEACHERS' STUDENT AMBASSADORS

The Terrapin Teachers Student Ambassador Program is a yearlong internship, which offers students the opportunity to become more involved in the recruiting and marketing efforts of the program. Ambassadors are expected to represent Terrapin Teachers at outreach events (First Look Fair, Maryland Day, orientations, etc.), assist with the logistical details for recruitment events, provide support for social media sites, distribute flyers and other promotional materials and serve as a positive leader and role model for new TT students.