Our staff is built to teach each student individually, to develop the skills they need to thrive in mathematics, and to foster a love of learning.

Keagan Kress

Instructor

Keagan is a senior at Roosevelt High School and plans to attend Colorado State University to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. A lover of animals and math, Keagan finds joy in seeing students succeed each day at Mathnasium. 

When not working, Keagan enjoys playing trombone, spending time at the lake, and hanging out with friends and family. With four dogs and five outdoor cats at home, Keagan knows a thing or two about being busy.

Laine Mannes

Instructor

Laine is a student at Lincoln High School involved in many activities, including marching band, track, and co-founding the school's knitting club. She enjoys reading, yoga, and spending time with her dog. 

Her favorite part of Mathnasium is the rewarding moment when students understand a concept they've been working on. Laine appreciates being part of a team where both students and instructors make learning fun.

Lauren Meyer

Instructor

Lauren is a student at O'Gorman High School who loves math and enjoys being both a student and an instructor at Mathnasium. She has four brothers and a dog, and enjoys music, running, reading, and time with friends. 

Lauren values the connections she makes with students, especially while helping them work through difficult problems. She finds joy in their stories and successes and believes in the power of learning through positive interactions.

Mike Paul

Lead Instructor

Mike brings a unique background as a former geodesist in the U.S. Air Force and an experienced artist. He holds degrees in mathematics, art history, and fine arts, as well as a master’s in geodesy. 

When he's not teaching, Mike enjoys hiking, biking, painting, and traveling with his wife. He finds great satisfaction in helping students go from struggling with math to building confidence and becoming proficient problem solvers.

Rebekah Warmbrand

Instructor
I was homeschooled K-12 and then earned my Bachelors of Early Childhood Education and Development. I currently work at Sioux Falls Christian as a Middle School Education Assistant and have prior experience teaching. I have always enjoyed working with kids and helping them learn and grow. When I am not teaching, I enjoy hanging out with my friends and family, reading, doing puzzles, and cooking and baking. I enjoy solving math problems because its like solving a puzzle! Favorite Number: 271 Favorite Math Joke: There are 3 kinds of people - those who can count and those who can't. Fun Fact About Me: I lived overseas for a year. I love Mathnasium because...I enjoy making relationships with the kids while helping them to see what they are capable of!

Ricky Thakkar

Instructor
I am a Junior at Lincoln High School and am the captain of the Lincoln soccer team. I am in student council and NHS and play the viola for our school's orchestra. Favorite Number: 13 Favorite Math Joke: I got in trouble the other day for doing my math homework and drinking my soda. My teacher told me "no drinking and deriving!" Fun Fact About Me: I am a vegetarian and have never tried any meat in my entire life. I love Mathnasium because...I love working with children. It lets me feel like I am still in Elementary school!

Our Mathnasium Mission

Teach children math so they understand it, master it, and love it. Math can change their lives, and they can change the world.

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What I love about Mathnasium is the ability to teach problem-solving skills and make math make sense, while also making a student smile.
Amber W., Mathnasium Instructor

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