Debbie Lum's Founding Story For Mathnasium of Denville

Jul 26, 2022 | Denville

Mathnasium of Denville wants to introduce you to our Owner, Debbie Lum.


Q: Why did you choose to own a Mathnasium center? A: I worked as an Instructor for a couple of years and saw first hand how the Mathnasium Method boosted confidence. After my kids all left for college, helping kids overcome their fear of math gave me a new sense of purpose. When the opportunity arose to buy the Center I was working in, I jumped at the chance.

Q: What do you like about the city your Mathnasium center is located in? A: Denville is a vibrant township filled with unique shops and excellent schools. The townspeople are very supportive of locally owned businesses. The surrounding towns are also wonderful.

Q: Can you think of any way that your center has positively impacted the community that it’s located in? A: Yes - definitely. People definitely know that math help is available to kids of all ages in a fun environment.

Q: Did you like math when you were in grade school? A: Yes, always.

Q: What do you think you would have liked most about Mathnasium if you had attended when you were in grade school? A: The fun Instructional Staff and the simplification of seemingly difficult concepts.

Q: One last question, what’s something fun you enjoy doing in Denville? A: Gift shops - Dash of Thyme, Sisters, Flowers by Candlelight, Restaurants - The Pasta Shop, Sergios, Thatcher McGhee's, Mancino's, Specialty Foods - Bubbles in Paradise, Sweet Expressions, Denville Dairy, Playa Bowls... Walk around Parks Lake"