She has a bachelor of arts in mathematics from St. Mary-of-the-Woods College and a doctorate in curriculum and instruction from Indiana State University. She taught mathematics to children in grades 5-8 for 28 years and currently prepares elementary pre-service teachers in mathematics methods. Leinenbach is a National Board Certified Teacher, the recipient of the Disney American Teacher Award in Mathematics, is a 2012 recipient of the Caleb Mills Distinguished Teaching Award and has presented at numerous national, regional, and state workshops for teachers. She has been active in local schools for many years, is well versed in mathematics curricula, and has a vast knowledge of mathematics teaching methods. She can be reached at 812-237-2847 or by e-mail at marylin.leinenbach@indstate.edu