Tammy Baumann, PhD, is mathematics content connections director at NWEA and focuses on content quality and alignment initiatives in mathematics. She has over 20 years of experience in K–12 education and served as a teacher, instructional coach, building administrator, and curriculum director. Much of her career has focused on supporting instruction and assessment practices in the math classroom. As a consultant, she has had the opportunity to serve at the local, state, and national levels as a committee member, panelist, or chairman for organizations including the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, the US Department of Education, NAEP, Achieve, and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.