Krystal Jones (formerly Carter), National Board Certified in early adolescent mathematics, has taught math in Silicon Valley for over 20 years. She is interested in empowering those who have been marginalized and building students’ appreciation of mathematics as a language for social awareness, particularly through global problem-based learning experiences. She recently spoke on STEM & Social Consciousness in September at the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2024 Annual Meeting & Exposition in Chicago and published an article on the topic last year in their practitioner journal Mathematics Teacher: Learning & Teaching.