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ASSM Board of DirectorsThe Executive Board consists of the President, the President-Elect or the Past President, the Secretary, the Vice President for Membership, Vice President for Professional Learning, and the Vice President for Leadership. The Financial Officer and other Board appointees serve in an advisory capacity to the Executive Board.  |
PresidentThe President of the Association of State Supervisors of Mathematics (ASSM) serves as the lead visionary helping to support the vision of ASSM through its members. They preside over all meetings of the Executive Board and the association as a whole. This leader is responsible for ensuring that the association fulfills its mission, appointing necessary committees, and representing the organization in matters of policy and professional engagement. |
Past PresidentAfter completing a two-year term as President, the Past-President continues to serve the association in an advisory capacity. Drawing on their experience, they support the Executive Board, ensuring leadership continuity and offering historical insights that inform decision-making. The Past-President serves a one-year term, completing their leadership cycle following their tenure as President. |
Elected in 2025 | President-ElectThe President-Elect serves as an apprentice leader, preparing to assume the full responsibilities of the presidency. During this transitional year, the President-Elect becomes deeply familiar with the concerns and initiatives of the association, ensuring a seamless leadership transition. They assist with association activities and support the President in executing strategic plans. This position is elected in odd-numbered years and serves one year as President-Elect before assuming the role of President for two years. |
SecretaryThe Secretary is the official record-keeper of the association, ensuring that all proceedings are documented and preserved for future reference. This role involves taking detailed minutes of all meetings, maintaining association records, and distributing essential documents to members. The Secretary plays a key role in ensuring transparency and continuity in ASSM’s governance. This position is elected in even-numbered years and serves a two-year term, assuming office immediately after the annual meeting. |
Vice President for MembershipA vital link between the association and its members, the Vice-President for Membership is responsible for maintaining accurate membership records and fostering a sense of community within the organization. This leader ensures that all members receive the necessary documentation, including the association’s constitution and membership listings. Additionally, they oversee the recognition of retiring members and the orientation of new members at the annual meeting, helping to maintain a strong and engaged membership base. The Vice-President for Membership is elected in odd-numbered years and serves a two-year term, beginning at the conclusion of the annual meeting. |
Vice President for Professional LearningAs a champion of continuous development, the Vice-President for Professional Learning is responsible for leading the professional learning initiatives of the association. They chair the Annual Meeting Program Committee, ensuring that the annual conference provides high-quality, engaging content for members. Additionally, this leader coordinates ongoing professional learning opportunities, including webinars, workshops, and networking events, ensuring that state mathematics supervisors remain at the forefront of instructional best practices. This position is elected in even-numbered years and serves a two-year term, beginning at the conclusion of the annual meeting. |
Vice President for LeadershipThe Vice-President for Leadership plays a crucial role in fostering leadership development among members of the association. This individual coordinates opportunities to enhance leadership capacity, guides the Special Interest Groups within ASSM, and serves on the Annual Meeting Program Committee. Additionally, under the direction of the President, they take the lead in coordinating the association’s response to emerging issues in mathematics education. Through their work, they help members become stronger advocates within their respective state agencies and elevate the association’s national presence by fostering collaborations with other organizations. Elected in odd-numbered years, the Vice-President for Leadership serves a two-year term, beginning immediately after the annual meeting. |
Appointed PositionsThe President, with approval from the Executive Board, may appoint members to serve in specialized roles essential to the organization's operations. Appointed members provide advisory support to the board but do not have voting privileges. These appointed positions are reviewed annually by the Executive Board, ensuring their continued alignment with the association’s goals. |
Financial OfficerThe Financial Officer is responsible for managing the financial health of the association. This individual collects membership dues, maintains financial records, and provides financial reports at the annual meeting. They also oversee audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations. The Financial Officer is appointed annually by the Executive Board and serves in a non-voting advisory capacity. |
PAEMST CoordinatorThe PAEMST (Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching) Coordinator provides guidance and oversight on PAEMST-related initiatives within the association. They assist with the nomination and recognition process, promote the program to state education leaders, and ensure alignment with national mathematics education priorities. This advisor serves as a key liaison between the association and PAEMST program administrators. This position is reviewed annually by the Executive Board (non-voting role). |
Coordinator of SponsorsThe Coordinator of Sponsors is responsible for securing and managing sponsorships for the association. This includes identifying potential sponsors, maintaining relationships with existing sponsors, and ensuring sponsorship agreements align with the association’s mission and events. The Coordinator of Sponsors works closely with the Executive Board to support funding initiatives and enhance professional learning opportunities through sponsorship collaborations. This position is reviewed annually by the Executive Board (non-voting role). |
