Sara Lenhart

Sara Lenhart is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics at Christopher Newport University (CNU). She teaches foundational mathematics courses and specializes in math education, focusing on pedagogical content knowledge, technology integration, and addressing disparities in mathematics participation among minority groups.

• EdD in Teaching and Learning, Liberty University
• MEd in Interdisciplinary Studies, Cambridge College
• BS in Mathematics, Longwood University

Her research emphasizes innovative teaching methods, equitable practices in mathematics education, and leveraging technology to enhance classroom learning. Lenhart has contributed to NSF-funded initiatives aimed at preparing STEM educators and promoting student-centered instruction.

She is actively involved in sponsored research projects, including:

• Neville Fogarty, Brian Bradie, James Kelly, Sara Lenhart. "A No-Cost, All-Inclusive Statistics Course." Sponsored by Virtual Library of Virginia.
• Jean Filetti, George Kuster, Sara Lenhart, Lisa Webb. "Recruiting, Preparing, and Producing STEM Teacher-Scholars: The Christopher Newport University Noyce Scholarship Program." Sponsored by National Science Foundation.
• Sara Lenhart, George Kuster, Lisa Webb, Jean Filetti. "Preparing Highly-Qualified STEM Teachers: Supporting Student-Centered Instruction." Sponsored by National Science Foundation.