Dr. Tashana Howse

Dr. Tashana D. Howse is the Director of Educational Services for the Stellar Achievement Center (Stellar). She has a passion for providing youth with experiences that maximize their potential as a learner and as a citizen. Dr. Howse’s background comprises over 20 years of leadership in mathematics education. She has experience ranging from classroom public education to developing teachers of tomorrow through preservice teacher education courses. As the co-founder of Stellar, Dr. Howse provides opportunities for supporting students of color in mastering 21st-century skills. Additionally, she provides these students with exposure to STEM opportunities with a focus on developing students' interest in pursuing STEM careers. 

Dr. Howse is also an associate professor of mathematics education at Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). She teaches mathematics content courses and supervises student teachers. She has coached many student teachers into the teaching profession. Her research interests include culturally responsive teaching, student engagement in mathematical practices, the use of technology to enhance learning, and teacher content knowledge. Prior to joining GGC, Dr. Howse taught high school for several years; she has also taught at Daytona State College and Bethune-Cookman University.

To improve efforts in advancing the field of mathematics education, Dr. Howse conducts professional development for mathematics teachers throughout the United States. In addition to consulting for Stellar, she consults for Dixon Nolan Adams Mathematics and Solution Tree. Dr. Howse provides professional development ranging from establishing and maintaining professional learning communities to making use of effective mathematics teaching strategies. She has presented teaching ideas at local, state, and national conferences. 

Dr. Howse received both a bachelor's and master's of science degree in mathematics education from Florida State University. She completed her doctor of philosophy degree in mathematics education from the University of Central Florida.