Science Math Teaching Center
College of Education
Sylvia Parker
Retired Director of the Science Math Teaching Center 2023
Education
BA with honors from Colorado State University
MA from Teachers College, Columbia University
Sylvia Parker has worked as a teacher, researcher and advocate providing professional
development and technical assistance to teachers, schools and communities seeking
to create high quality public schools. Her work has primarily focused on rural education,
place-based learning, curriculum, assessment and staff development.
As the Coordinator and acting director for SMTC, Sylvia works with Wyoming schools
and districts to identify needs for professional development for teachers in the areas
of math and science. She then collaborates with UW faculty and others interested in
developing programs and applying for grants to help meet those identified needs.