South Christian Elementary Teacher Completes Prestigious EPIC Numeracy Alliance Program

South Christian Elementary teacher Jennifer Gallagher has successfully completed the EPIC Numeracy Alliance, a rigorous two-year professional learning program designed to strengthen mathematics instruction and improve student outcomes across Kentucky.

Funded by the Kentucky Department of Education through House Bill 162, the EPIC Numeracy Alliance provides educators with extensive professional development opportunities focused on deepening mathematics content knowledge and implementing research-based instructional practices.

During the two-year program, Gallagher participated in a variety of learning experiences, including Carnegie Learning’s Patterns courses, monthly asynchronous learning modules, virtual communities of practice, individual coaching sessions with EPIC mathematics coaches, and in-person professional learning events culminating in a graduation celebration.

The program emphasizes effective mathematics teaching practices, the Standards for Mathematical Practice, productive struggle, meaningful student discourse, and the use of high-quality instructional resources to support student learning.

Gallagher’s completion of the EPIC Numeracy Alliance reflects a commitment to continuous professional growth and instructional excellence. The knowledge and strategies gained through the program will help support student achievement in mathematics at South Christian Elementary for years to come.

Christian County Public Schools congratulates Jennifer Gallagher on this significant professional accomplishment and celebrates her dedication to providing high-quality educational experiences for students.

Crystal Richards
Crystal Richardshttp://ccpsstudentlife.com
For as long as I can remember, I've been a teacher. My first students were fellow middle school musicians learning to play the flute, and my professional journey officially began at just nineteen years old, balancing engineering classes during the day with teaching preschool in the afternoons. Over the years, I've had the privilege of teaching students from preschool through adults in a wide variety of subjects, including Algebra to web design to English as second language. Those experiences taught me that great teaching isn't about a single subject—it's about meeting students where they are, helping them discover their strengths, and inspiring them to keep learning. Today, I teach 7th grade Social Studies at Hopkinsville Middle School, where I strive to bring history to life and help students see how the past shapes the world around them and that everyone is connected. Outside the classroom, I'm a proud mom of four who loves traveling, writing, creating art, and telling the stories that make our schools and community special. Through CCPS Student Life, I enjoy celebrating the incredible accomplishments of our students, educators, and programs. Every story is an opportunity to showcase the talent, perseverance, and heart that make Christian County Public Schools such a special place.

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