Sheri Boura, a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience, including nine years teaching online at Highpoint Virtual Academy of Michigan, is bringing her passion for learning to Chesterfield Township. Alongside her husband, Clay, Sheri recently opened Mathnasium of Anchor Bay, a tutoring center designed to build students’ confidence in math using the innovative “Mathnasium Method.” The center offers personalized learning plans and a fun reward system to make math engaging for K-12 students. Committed to supporting their community, the Bouras aim to inspire a love for math and give back through their new venture.
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