At the heart of Peg’s practice is a deep commitment to inclusion and identity. Her classroom is intentionally designed to serve as both a mirror and a window—reflecting students’ own cultures and experiences while expanding their view of who can belong in mathematics. By challenging narrow definitions of “being good at math,” she cultivates a broader understanding of intellectual strengths and empowers students to see themselves as capable mathematicians.
Margaret (Peg) Cagle
Reseda, California | Years Taught: 26
Additional Recognition
2019 100K in 10/Beyond 100K Teacher Forum member
2018 NSTA/NCTM STEM Teacher Ambassador
2018 Director, Institute for Advanced Study/Park City Math Institute/Teacher Leadership Program
2017 Master Teacher Fellow, Math for America/Los Angeles
2011 Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow, Dept. of Energy Hill Fellow
2008 LAUSD & LA County Teacher of the Year, LA County Office of Education
2007 USA-Today All USA Teacher Team member
2006 Raytheon Math Hero
2005 Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching
1999 National Board Certified Teacher
Inducted: 2026
State: California