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Welcome to BrayJZImagination!
Your Trusted Instructional Leader - Sharri Zachary
Sharri is the Founder and Lead of BrayJZImagination, LLC, an experienced principal, and a former high school mathematics teacher, math assessment writer, published educational researcher, and seasoned instructional coach. Through her organization, she supports teacher development in mathematics content, research-based instructional practices, and certification preparation. Sharri holds a B.S. in Mathematics Education and an M.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies. Currently, she serves as a Research Project Manager at Southern Methodist University (SMU), where she plays an integral role in project planning and implementation across multiple research initiatives, including assessment design, curriculum implementation, and teacher development.
Forever A Teacher...
Sharri and her team are committed to inspiring current and aspiring teachers with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to meet the demands of classrooms close the achievement gaps, particularly in high-needs schools, and reduce teacher attrition and improving student outcomes.
Qualifications
Mathematics learning progressions and assessment items for local and state entities, grades K-8
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Principal Certification, TX
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Mathematics 4-8 Certification, TX
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Mathematics 9-12 Certification, TX
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National Institute for STEM Education Certification
Core Values
At BrayJZImagination, we believe in the power of classroom transformation. Every student possesses the strength to grow academically when learning experiences are relevant and meaningful.
Inspiring Trust.
Teaching Excellence.
Transforming Lives.
Our Work
Before founding BrayJZImagination, LLC, our founder, Sharri, led and contributed to numerous impactful education initiatives as an independent consultant, project manager, and curriculum writer. These projects laid the foundation for the work we continue today:
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Promoting Algebra Readiness (PAR), University of Oregon
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Math Curriculum and Assessment Writer, Texas Web Tutor
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Teacher Created Materials (TCM)
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The National Literacy Institute
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For Oak Cliff (FOC), Black Teaching Excellence
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SMU TIER Item Writers, Mathematics, Grades 5-6
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United to Learn Womens’ Forum, 2024: Healthy Learners: The Intersection of Education and Healthcare -Panelist
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And More!
'House System' helping build elementary friendships, competition, and future leaders
Aired September 2022
Sharing more content of why we do what we do:
In 2022, the school where Sharri served as principal was featured in the news after moving from an F rated campus to a B rated campus with four distinctions. Eventually, in 2025, her school earned an A rating with five distinctions. That growth did not happen because of an isolated program or a quick fix. It happened because the teaching staff focused on strong routines, clear instruction, and creating spaces where students genuinely wanted to learn. Joy and structure mattered.
Now, when Sharri looks into math classrooms, she sees that same opportunity to support schools with stronger routines, meaningful engagement, and math that feels connected to real thinking. She is working to create the same kind of impact, but this time in math classrooms on a larger scale. The BrayJZImagination team is committed to bringing fun and engagement back into schools.