I became an NCSM member over ten years ago when my district content specialist (and NCSM board member) asked me to present with another teacher around the work we were doing in our school district. I have been a member ever since! I found that I enjoyed learning and exploring my thinking of mathematics education from a leadership lens. I had found the people who shared my ideas, beliefs and encouraged me to continue advocating for the best possible mathematics for all students! I love being an NCSM member and value all the opportunities I have to learn from each other and network.