White Bear Lake
4715 Hwy 61 N
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
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.
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.
Peter is a lifelong educator with extensive experience as a teacher, principal, and educational leader. He holds multiple advanced degrees, including a PhD in Educational Leadership from the University of Minnesota, and is a licensed math teacher in Minnesota. At Mathnasium of White Bear Lake, Peter applies his passion for math and education to help students thrive using the proven Mathnasium Method.
Outside the center, he’s a dedicated marathon runner, having completed five marathons, and brings the same persistence and energy to supporting students every day.
Michelle is a practicing architect with over 30 years of experience, using math daily in her profession. She earned a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Minnesota and understands how essential math is for opening future opportunities. Michelle and Peter, her husband of over 40 years, have lived in White Bear Lake for more than three decades.
She's passionate about helping students build confidence through math and is proud to be part of a center where students often improve in both math and overall academics. Mathnasium is her way of making a lasting difference in young lives.
Mary brings more than 30 years of experience teaching high school math, including AP and IB courses. She previously taught in St. Cloud and was inducted into the Minnesota High School Mathematics League Coaches Hall of Fame in 2021.
After retiring from the classroom, she moved to St. Paul to be closer to her children and grandchildren. Mary joined Mathnasium in 2021 and continues to enjoy supporting students’ math journeys. Her experience and passion for teaching make her a valuable part of the Mathnasium team.
Lori has taught junior and senior high math for 30 years in Michigan, New York, and Minnesota. With a BS in Secondary Math Education, she’s taught everything from Algebra to Personal Finance, and she loves helping students connect math to real life.
Lori’s favorite number is 8, and she enjoys sharing math jokes and fun facts, like attending over 20 Broadway shows! She loves the structure Mathnasium provides and the opportunity to see “light bulb” moments as students grow in confidence and skill with each visit.
Grant is a Master’s student at the University of Minnesota with a BA in Mathematics. He joined Mathnasium in 2023 and enjoys helping students make sense of math in an approachable and encouraging way. Grant plans to continue working in education and values the opportunity to make a positive impact through tutoring.
When he’s not teaching, Grant enjoys reading, writing, crocheting, and watching movies. His calm demeanor and love for learning make him a great mentor for students at all levels.
Travis has two years of college mathematics teaching experience, and ten years of tutoring experience. His education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Macalester College and a Master of Sciences in Pure Mathematics from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Travis lectured at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee before moving back to Minnesota. He enjoys teaching because he finds it fulfilling to enrich others' lives and futures. When Travis isn't teaching or studying math, he enjoys playing all sorts of games. Travis originally joined Mathnasium of St. Paul in 2018, and joined the staff at White Bear Lake after moving in 2024.
Richa holds a Bachelor's in Mathematics & Statistics and a Master's in Computer Applications. She began her career as a Software Engineer but took a break due to personal reasons. Since then, she has spent several years tutoring elementary through high school students in India, specializing in both programming and mathematics. Her passion for teaching was ignited when she assisted her daughters with their math studies. Both of her daughters initially struggled with math but now count it among their favorite subjects—one is a Software Engineer, and the other is studying Accounting & Finance at the University of Minnesota.
Richa loves working at Mathnasium where she helps students overcome their fear of math and develop a love for the subject. Outside of teaching, she enjoys dancing, gardening, cooking, and spending quality time with her family.
My name is Chloe. I’m a high school student. I love math and helping other students to grow in their math. My favorite part about Mathnasium is being able to help students overcome frustration and confusion and to see them build their confidence in math. Besides loving math, I also enjoy playing sports, particularly basketball and soccer.
Carol has worked in the Greendale and Milwaukee Wisconsin Public Schools as both a math and science teacher. She holds a Masters Degree in Education and an MBA from St. Cloud State University. She has also worked in Computer Operations and IT for various private companies. She is now retired - except for instructing at Mathnasium a few hours a week.
Hey! I’m Shriyan, a student at Mounds View High. I’ve always liked math because it’s one of those subjects that actually feels satisfying once you figure it out. One thing I really like about Mathnasium is helping students understand math; which feels very rewarding. Outside of math, I’m into cars (especially modified ones), table tennis, and watching the NFL. I also like learning how engineering ties into real-world stuff, especially with vehicles and how they’re built.
Hi! I’m Krista, a student at Mounds View High School. I’ve always appreciated math because it teaches you how to think, not just what to memorize. At Mathnasium, I enjoy finding ways to make math feel clear and approachable for every student I work with. Beyond math, I’m passionate about robotics and aerospace engineering. Being on the robotics and Science Olympiad teams lets me see the process of turning ideas into real designs and solutions. Outside of STEM I like to make art and play the violin!
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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