Laleh Ghotbi, a 4th grade teacher at Mountain View Elementary, received the Karl Jones Award at the UCTM conference. This award is given to exemplary math teachers who encourage student achievement by providing activities that enhance understanding of math concepts. Laleh says teaching has always been a passion for her, and seeing her students grow in their confidence and love for math is the greatest reward. 

Laleh was also named the 2025 Utah Coalition for Educational Technology Salt Lake City School District Teacher of the Year. We’re so proud of you, Laleh!