Becky (Gates) Zumback

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I began my career at Kennett HS in Conway, NH, where I stayed for 4 years. I then took the opportunity to help open Bedford HS in Bedford, NH and was there for three years. I left Bedford for my job at Gilford High School when I met my husband. I was in Gilford for 6 years teaching mostly Geometry classes. I was also the varsity girls’ soccer coach there for 4 years.

Since graduating from Saint Michael’s, I have earned a Master of Science for Teachers in Mathematics from UNH in 2008. It was a challenging but great experience. My background at Saint Michael’s prepared me very well for this program. In 2015, I earned a CAGS in Educational Leadership from Plymouth State University. My concentration was in Athletic Administration, and my plan was to change careers.

After completing my CAGS, I left Gilford High School to become Athletic Director at Winnisquam Regional High and Middle School in Tilton, NH. I stayed there just one year, as having a young family was not conducive to this career. I was missing too much time with my then 1 year old twin boys and 3 year old son. I also found I missed having students of my own in the classroom, and having daily interactions with them. I returned to teaching math the following Fall of 2016 at Interlakes High School in Meredith, NH, and I have remained there since.

My Saint Michael’s education prepared me very well to teach math and also to be a graduate student in the field of mathematics and beyond. From a teacher’s perspective, when I think about my experience at Saint Michael’s, the dedication, professionalism and knowledge of my professors there is admirable and life-changing.