Biography: SURESH THANGARAJAN: Born in the state of Tamilnadu, India completed most of his early education in Chennai, India, joined the Good Shepherd family as a Post Graduate trained teacher in Mathematics in 1997. During the tenure at Good Shepherd International school, been serving in the department of Mathematics for over 20 years, Suresh has taught various curricula namely ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary education ),ISC (Indian School Certificate), IGCSE(International General Certificate of Secondary Education), AICE (Advanced International Certificate Examination, both Advanced and Advanced Subsidiary levels) and the IB DP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, both Standard and Higher level).(At present teaching IBDP Math HL for the May 2019 batch.) Served as the Coordinator of the Higher Secondary Section (Grade XI and XII) for 5 years and currently serving as Coordinator, Curriculum and Professional Development & Head of Department of Mathematics. During the tenure as Coordinator, he had held many administrative responsibilities. Suresh has played an active role in the accreditation/review process of the Council of International schools, IBDP and NEASC. He has attended many workshops, conferences, subject specific seminars both in India and abroad. Suresh has participated twice in the IBDP Curriculum Review Meetings for Mathematics held in the Hague recently. He is an examiner and moderator for IBDP Mathematics HL since 2007. He had successfully met the requirements for certification as an independent Lynn Erickson and Lois Lanning Concept based Curriculum & Instruction Presenter and Trainer. Regularly conducts professional development sessions for the members of staff of Good Shepherd International School. Can be contacted through tsgsisindia@gmail.com_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Favorite quote, book, or educational story that explains something about you!  Promoting culture of professional learning