Meet the Team at Mathnasium of Schertz

Jennifer Speer

Jennifer has a unique perspective that allows her to understand your kids and help them.

She is a successful business owner and homeschooling mom of 3! She has the perspective of an educator as well as a busy parent and knows the challenges of both. Jennifer knows how to engage the kids and hold their interest. She keeps them progressing in math in a way they will actually enjoy!

Jennifer has always had a strong grip on Mathematics, earning her B.B.A in Finance at Southwest Texas State University and then owning and operating a successful business for over 10 years in the Brazos Valley alongside her husband James.

After finding Mathnasium and seeing what it can offer kids, they made a tough decision to sell their successful business with its comfortable lifestyle and start all over again. As scary as that sounds, they knew that parents in the Brazos Valley wanted the best for their children at an affordable price. There was already so much available for the many college students in Bryan/College Station, but not for elementary, middle, and high school students. Now, after being open for several years and expanding to multiple locations, we have hundreds of amazing success stories as a result of our passionate instructors, inspiring learning environment, teaching style and curriculum at Mathnasium! Let us help your student! 

Favorite Math Joke: There are 3 kinds of people in this world... Those who can count, and those who can't.

Fun Fact: Graduated college in 3 1/2 years with a 4.0!

I love Mathnasium because: I get to be a part of a great organization that changes kids' lives! Who wouldn't want to be a part of that?!?

Larry Martinek

Larry has spent his entire career finding a better way to teach math. From inner city public schools, to acclaimed magnet schools, to leading private and parochial schools, Larry has served as both a classroom teacher and as an educational consultant. He has designed curriculum, teaching strategies, and teaching materials to help students and teachers learn math more effectively. He has trained teachers in the art and science of boosting students' ability to “do” math, thereby increasing students' math scores and feeling of self-worth. Larry is the developer of Mathnasium’s educational program – one of the most comprehensive and innovative curriculas ever produced for teaching math. While Larry is not an Instructor at our Center, he is a valuable asset we can call on to ask about specific students' scenarios for guidance and advice. This has helped to make visits more productive and enjoyable for many of our students.

Lori Miller

The Team Player Award, Spring 2021 & Fall 2021

Lori graduated from DeVRY Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems. She completed all the coursework for a Master's degree in Computer Science at North Central College while working as a software testing engineer at AT&T Bell Laboratories. Lori changed careers to education after moving to Texas, and worked for Comal ISD as an inclusion aid and Special Education Teacher, with students from preschool through twelfth grade. Her last three years were teaching Algebra I, Geometry, and Math Models at Canyon High School. Lori's hobbies include reading all types of fiction, crocheting and knitting for charities, and volunteering at Cross Lutheran Church. She has two daughters, one attending Princeton University, and one working at Mathnasium of New Braunfels.

Favorite Number: 42, because it was my uniform number in high school, and because it was the "Answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, The Universe, and Everything" in Douglas Adams's The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy series.

In five years, I will be: The mother of two college graduates and the owner of a successful proofreading business.

I love Mathnasium because: We make math fun and understandable!

Lena Sykes

Lena is currently a student at UTSA earning her bachelor's degree in biology. She loves being in the kitchen either cooking or baking and spends most of her free time reading. She also hopes to spend her life making good changes in the world, no matter how small.

Favorite number: 7, because I believe that it holds a significant place in the universe.

Favorite math joke: Why did pi get its driver’s license taken away? Because it didn’t know when to stop!

In five years, I will be: Graduated from university with a degree in biology and hopefully working as a paramedic.

I love Mathnasium because: Math has always been one of my favorite subjects in school, and sometimes it can be hard to grasp new concepts. Here, I can help kids understand these concepts and hopefully give them a brighter outlook on math.

Brandon Bautizta

Brandon is a student at Byron P. Steele High School who hopes to find his passion to pursue after high school. He is an enthusiastic band student who loves math and participating in band activities.

Favorite Number: 7 - it's my lucky number, and it keeps appearing everywhere in my life.

Favorite Math Joke: Not all math jokes are bad, just sum.

In five years, I will be: In or out of college and working towards a career.

I love Mathnasium because: It gives me a chance to help people, which is my end goal in life, and helps kids improve their math skills and their confidence in math.

Meganne Behunin

Meganne is a student at Samuel Clemens High School. She participates in Band, Color guard, and National Honor Society. In her free time she enjoys reading and listening to music.

Favorite number: 5, it's my lucky number!

Favorite math joke: Why was the math book sad? It had a lot of problems!

In five years, I will be: Graduating from college.

I love Mathnasium because: Mathnasium is a great place for everyone to learn at their own pace, and become comfortable in their abilities.

Andrea Miller

Andrea is an avid baker, successful succulent cultivator, novice orchid caretaker, and sci-fi enthusiast. Her favorite party trick is being able to recite pi to 31 places. She plans to resume pursuing her Bachelor's of Landscape Architecture degree from Texas Tech University in the fall of 2020.

Favorite Number: 42, because it's the answer to life, the universe, and everything. The real question is what is the Ultimate Question.

In five years, I will be: A certified landscape architect who owns a lovable dog.

I love Mathnasium because: I enjoy showing others how much fun math can be!

Alex Buchanan-Klepp

Alex is a friendly person. She may take a minute to open up but once she does she’s an open book.

Favorite number: 2 because there are three 2s in my birthdate and 10 is divisible by 2.

Favorite math joke: I can’t talk with pi they’re, irrational.

In five years, I will be: Living in my own house.

I love Mathnasium because: I enjoy helping people understand math better.

Lucy Davis

Lucy is a graduate of Texas State University. She enjoys reading, sewing, board games, and video games.

Favorite number: 7, it reminds me of my large family.

Favorite math joke: I had a hen who could count her own eggs. She was a mathemachicken.

In five years, I will be: Living happily and making a difference in the world, little by little.

I love Mathnasium because: We help students grow in their math abilities and as people.

Ronald Suggs lll

Ronald is currently a student at Byron P. Steele High School. He currently is a Sophomore as of the writing of this. He loves STEM fields, particularly Math and Science (maybe that's why he really likes Physics) and hopes to be an Astrophysicist when he's older.

Favorite number: 70 mainly because it's so intricately linked to humanity if you think about it. 7 is often the first number people think of when they think of one. 10 is the base counting number humanity has defaulted to. I petition to name it "the human number".

Favorite math joke: If you get to the square root of 64, does that make you relEIGHTable?

In five years, I will be: Hopefully at a prestigious university studying astrophysics as a junior.

I love Mathnasium because: It allows me to teach and help kids despite not planning on going into a career focused on children, as I have always wanted to help better the development of children in some way.

Mark Petersen

Mark received his undergraduate degree in chemistry from the University of the Incarnate Word and recently completed his M.B.A. from Bowling Green State University. He’s been a private instructor in the S.T.E.M. field for more than 7 years working with K­12 and college students alike.

Favorite number: 3. As odd as it sounds, I like the symmetry this number brings. As an avid consumer of literature, the concept of the three ­act story or trilogy of work has always spoken to me as the perfect balance between logic and creativity.

Favorite math joke: I saw my math teacher with some graph paper yesterday. I think she’s plotting something.

In five years, I will be: Hopefully on a book tour for the novel I’m working on. Since its initial inception in 2012, it has grown like a seed into a bustling story ready to bloom off the page.

I love Mathnasium because: It offers a targeted and scientific approach to a subject that has frightened, stressed, overwhelmed, or otherwise traumatized multitudes of students!

Alyson Price

Alyson is a senior at Steele High School. She participates in orchestra and academic UIL and walks dogs. A few of her favorite classes are Physics, Spanish, and Statistics. She appreciates math because of the power it gives humanity to interact with the world and understand the universe.

Favorite number: 333–it’s an angel number associated with optimism and growth.

Favorite math joke: What’s the funniest number? 101 *lol*

In five years, I will be: 22 years old. I plan to have a bachelor’s degree by then, and I may pursue a master’s or PhD, depending on job prospects and/or my exposure to different fields in college.

I love Mathnasium because: It’s based on rewards and individual progression, which helps create enjoyable experiences with math and foster growth. Its teaching methods are ingenious and useful for all levels of learning.

Evan Stafford

Evan is a student at Steele High School. He likes to have fun with friends and family. He also likes participating in his school’s events and clubs.

Favorite number: 11, because it rhymes with my name.

Favorite math joke: Why did the obtuse angle go to the beach? Because it was over 90 degrees!

In five years, I will be: Working toward a degree that will allow me to get a job that I’ll enjoy and help me change the world for the better.

I love Mathnasium because: It allows students to become more comfortable with math and shows them that learning can be fun. Through Mathnasium, I can positivity impact the lives of attending children and help them through their struggles.

Angela Botello

Angela is currently a student at Steele High School. She is passionate about music and STEM subjects. She hopes to study engineering after high school.

Favorite number: 9 because it’s a perfect square, it follows a pattern when multiplied, and it creates a pattern when a number is divided by it.

Favorite math joke: “Why have you not been showing your work?” “Because I’m using imaginary numbers!”

In five years, I will be: Graduating college and moving to a big city.

I love Mathnasium because: It helps students grow their knowledge and gain confidence in their math skills.

Delanie Clow

Delanie is a high school student attending Judson Early College Academy. She is a part of her school's National Honor Society, Science UIL team, Key Club, Health Professions Club, and formerly played for the Veterans Memorial Women's soccer team.

Favorite number: 10. It's the base counting number. Plus, it was my jersey number.

Favorite math joke: Why was seven afraid of nine? Because seven eight nine.

In five years, I will be: Hopefully attending pharmacy school at the University of the Incarnate Word.

I love Mathnasium because: Mathnasium is a fun way to engage all kinds of people in math!

Victoria Delgado

Victoria is a senior in high school at Great Hearts Northern Oaks. She aspires to go to college for aerospace engineering at UTSA.

Favorite number: My favorite number is 23 because not only is it a prime number but its made up of the prime numbers 2 and 3. I also just seem to see it everywhere.

Favorite math joke: How do you count cows? With a cow­culator duhh!

In five years, I will be: A rocket scientist working at NASA helping explore outer space.

I love Mathnasium because: It gets us interacting with math outside of school in a fun and interesting setting. Allowing for you to get curious and excited about math instead, like how I was when I was younger.

Sadie Dusbabek

Sadie is a senior at Samuel Clemens High School. She is captain of her color guard team. In her free time she enjoys going on walks and listening to music.

Favorite number: 3, it’s my favorite F1 drivers racing number!

Favorite math joke: Do you know why 7 ate 9? Because you need 3 squared meals a day!

In five years, I will be: Graduating from college.

I love Mathnasium because: I love being able to help people grow and learn, and accomplish things they didn’t think that they could do.