Staff

David Surdovel has experience in a multitude of educational settings at the elementary, secondary, and collegiate levels in both suburban and urban settings in New York, including positions of mathematics teacher, instructional coach, academic dean, academic liaison, and adjunct graduate lecturer in the New York City Department of Education and The City College of New York.  Mr. Surdovel was recognized for his service to public education in 2007 with the Phi Delta Kappa/Pace University Leo Weitz “Master Teacher” Award. Since moving to Texas, he has held positions of Instructional Specialist of Secondary Mathematics and Social Studies, Coordinator of K-12 Mathematics, Executive Coordinator of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), and currently as the Director of Mathematics and Curriculum Management for Tomball Independent School District.  He has also held the position of Austin Community College Site Supervisor, President of the Austin Area Council of Teachers of Mathematics, and Vice President of the Texas Association of Supervisors of Mathematics (TASM).  In 2010, Mr. Surdovel was recognized for his efforts as the Manor Independent School District “Shining Star” Professional Employee of the Year Award for leading efforts to turn around an underperforming campus. In 2022, Mr. Surdovel was recognized with the TASM Tommy Glover Eads Excellence in Mathematics Leadership Award. Mr. Surdovel received his B.A. (2003) from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York, and his M.S. (2006) and M.Ed. (2007) degrees from Pace University in New York, New York.  He completed his Curriculum Management Audit training through Curriculum Management Systems, Inc. in 2015 and served on audits in Connecticut, Iowa, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, and Washington. Through Mr. Surdovel's leadership over the past seven years, Tomball ISD teachers have been recognized seven times as Houston Astros & Conoco Phillips Math Teachers of the Month (including two Grand Prize Winners) and three times as state finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST).

Rebecca Jones joined the Tomball ISD Curriculum and Instruction Department in 2021.  Rebecca supports the Science Director, Math Director, and Director of Secondary ELA and Advanced Academics.  She graduated from Texas Tech University in 2000 with a degree in Advertising and has worked in various industries through the years.  Currently, Rebecca has two children attending Tomball Memorial High School, a Freshman & a Senior.  When not at work and school, Rebecca's family is involved in Scouting, supporting the TMHS Roarin' Blue Band, and entertaining two rescue dogs.  

Ann Butts is a graduate of Wayne State University in Detroit Michigan, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education.  She completed her Master of Science in Education in Illinois at Olivet Nazarene University in Curriculum and Instruction.  She studied with Dr. Anita Copely, working on a Mathematics Collaborative team while she taught in Houston Independent School District.  She is a member of the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics, Texas Association of Supervisors of Mathematics, and the Texas Council for Teachers of Mathematics.  She has taught in a variety of educational settings in Michigan, Illinois, and Texas. Her love of foundational concepts in mathematics helps her inspire both students and Teachers.  She has served as a classroom teacher for 11 years, as an Elementary Campus Math Specialist at Tomball Elementary for 8 years, and now works with grades PreK - 2nd Mathematics for Tomball ISD Curriculum and Instruction Department.

Haley Galyean, a mathematics education leader in Houston, specializes in curriculum, instruction, and assessment. As a District Math Specialist for grades 3-6 and with prior experience in 7th and 8th-grade classrooms, she champions high-quality math instruction for all students. Currently pursuing a Doctorate of Education in Leadership, Learning, and Organizations at Vanderbilt University, Haley frequently presents professional development sessions within her district and at regional, state, and national mathematics conferences showcasing her commitment to equity and access for all learners. Outside of work and school, Haley loves spending time with her high school sweetheart husband, two kids, and two dogs.

Ashli Shreve serves as the 7th-12th grade math specialist and is a graduate of Sam Houston State University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Master's degree in Educational Administration. She joined Tomball ISD in 2013 and previously worked at Willow Wood Junior High School where she served as the math department chair, teacher, and curriculum writer. Ashli is in her 14th year in education overall, previously working as a math teacher in Cypress Fairbanks ISD. She is a member of the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics, Texas Association of Supervisors of Mathematics, and the Texas Association of School Administrators.