Type Of Business:
Public High School
Expertise:
Ms. DeMayo's expertise is in algebra and geometry education.
Major Product/SVS:
Education
Favorite Business Publication:
NCTM Mathematics Teacher; NCTM News Bulletin; Journal for Research in Mathematics Education; Time; Consumer Reports; Reader's Digest
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling, Playing Bridge, Reading, Going to the Movies, Spending Time with Friends and Family, Baseball, Solving Sudoku Puzzles, Music, Playing Cards, Broadway Musicals
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Mathematics, Central Connecticut State University; Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics; Coursework, University of Connecticut; Coursework, Quinnipiac College
Affiliations Awards:
North Haven Teacher of the Year Award (1999); Ulbrich Fellowship Award (1994); Delio Rotondo Teacher of the Year Award (1988)
Place of Birth:
Concord, NH
Industry:
High School Mathematics Instruction
Country of Origin:
New Hampshire
Children's Names:
Gary, Robin, Kristen
Date of Distinction:
10/22/2007
Work History:
Mathematics Teacher; Sunday School Teacher; Camp Counselor
Career Achievements:
Distance Learning Program, North Haven High School
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms DeMayo's appreciation for learning in all of its various forms and styles, her belief that she makes a difference and her commitment to her students, community and profession are what separates her from her peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. DeMayo's greatest career achievements were being voted as the Delio Rotondo Teacher of the Year, because that was selected by the students, and being named North Haven Teacher of the Year.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
I would like to be thought of as someone who listened, who shared, and who enjoyed the time spent with them. I have always had an "open door" policy. My students know they can walk through the door either for help or to vent and be listened to. I think my colleagues feel the same way. I feel strongly that teachers must enhance the profession as well as foster lifelong learners.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
I would like to make every child feel loved and wanted. I have seen so many kids blossom with just a little encouragement. I am amazed by the resiliency of the human spirit and the strides that can come with a bit of attention.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
My dad. My dad was a civil engineer who made the Navy his career. We moved every other year as his postings changed, so we spent many summers traveling across the country. He died when I was 12; we were stationed in San Francisco at the time. I would like him to know that still I follow the lessons he taught me when I was little. I would like him to meet my wonderful family and see his grandchildren. I would like to show him that I turned out okay.
Expanded Biography:
Ms. DeMayo feels that any award or honor she has received must be shared by the man who has supported, encouraged, and mentored her throughout these last several decades, her husband, Bob. She was lucky enough to find and marry her soul mate, who just happens to be her best friend. He has allowed her to grow personally and professionally. Her husband is a teacher of Psychology, and the baseball coach at her high school. He is an extraordinary teacher and a gifted coach. He has the record for the most wins in the State of Connecticut, has been named national coach of the year in baseball, and has been inducted into the National High School Coaches Hall of Fame. He has these same honors at the state level and has been inducted into the North Haven Hall of Fame. Ms. DeMayo is a familiar figure on the bleachers in the spring, she misses very few games. She is very proud of her husband and thankful to have been a part of his life.
Highlight of career?:
The highlight of her career were having a former student become a teacher because of her. The most gratifying aspect of her career is being able to make a difference in someone's life.
Charity:
Literacy Volunteer; Volunteer, Board of Christian Outreach, Board of Christian Education, Local Church
Number Of Years In Profession:
37
Number Of Years In Current Position:
37
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to never giving up on her students never letting them give up on themselves, the support she receives from her family, maintaining high standards and expecting her students to give 100% to whatever they do. I also try to catch the imagination and sprouting genius of every student in my class.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession because all she ever wanted to do was teach. She was also inspired by her own experiences in school.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Teaching Algebra and Geometry, Training Students in Peer Counseling, Organizing Graduation and Awards Night Ceremonies, Creating and Facilitating Certificates of Employability, Producing Two School Plays, Piloting the Distance Learning Program
Education Certifications:
Mathematical Association of America; National Council of Teachers of Mathematics; North Haven Education Association; Connecticut Education Association; National Education Association; Who's Who Among American Teachers