Area Science Teachers to be Honored at February 24 Ceremony
WACO, TEXAS--An “Honoring the Teachers” breakfast and ceremony recognizing 35 area science teachers will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Tuesday at ESC Region 12 in Waco. This special event is sponsored by the Texas Regional Collaborative (TRC) for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching, the AT&T Foundation and the Education Service Center (ESC) Region 12.
“Participating with the ESC Region 12 Texas Regional Science Collaborative benefits science teachers with high-quality professional development, technology training and networking opportunities,” said Laura Calhoun, ESC Region 12 Science Collaborative project director.
The recognized science teachers have mentored a minimum of three other teachers and obtained 105 hours of training in the last year about the latest methods and techniques to engage students in science learning experiences. These mentors return to their schools and districts to assist other teachers in incorporating the methods and techniques into their curriculum.
Mike Baldree, Blooming Grove ISD Superintendent, will deliver the keynote. Teachers will be presented with a certificate of achievement and award plaque.
Recognized Science Teacher
Blooming Grove ISD
Pam Baldree
Tammy Beard
JoLynn Fisher
Mary Ann Haden
Shari Harris
Bruceville-Eddy ISD
Hollie Moffett
China Spring ISD
Shana Kaase
Connally ISD
Chris Kuykendall
Corsicana ISD
Julleen Bottoms
Fairfield ISD
Tracie Wetzel
Kerens ISD
Peggy Anderson
Martha Dodson
Jason McQuerry
Sue Wernecke
Killeen ISD
Christine Davis
Stacy Stoll
Beverly Tucker
Bridget Williams
Christina Wilson
La Vega ISD
Linda Hewgley
Marlin ISD
Mary Tate
McGregor ISD
Heather Alls
Mexia ISD
David Hayes
Midway ISD
Natalie Gutierrez
Dana McMahan
Robinson ISD
Kim Berry
Temple ISD
Jennifer Davies
Kenny Westmoreland
Troy ISD
Prisscilla Fricke
University Charter School
Angela Hammond
Waco ISD
Don Densmore
Lori Nixon
Sharon Orcutt
Westphalia ISD
Kristy Decker
Whitney ISD
Mary Jeanes
The event will also recognize the Science Mentors of the Year for 2007-08 and the Science Teachers of the Year for 2007-08.
Science Mentors of the Year for 2007-08 |
Science Teachers of the Year for 2007-2008 |
Blooming Grove ISD
Shari Harris |
Bruceville-Eddy ISD
Hollie Moffett |
Killeen ISD
Christina Wilson |
Waco ISD
Lori Nixon |
Waco ISD
Sharon Orcutt
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Kerens ISD
Peggy Anderson
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About TRC
The mission of the TRC is to provide Texas science teachers with support systems of scientifically researched, sustained and high intensity professional development and mentoring to assist them in the implementation of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). The programs equip teachers with the knowledge and skills to engage students in meaningful science learning experiences that are designed to improve students' scientific, mathematical and technological literacy, and inspire them to pursue science and engineering related careers.
About ESC Region 12
One of 20 centers throughout Texas, the Education Service Center (ESC) Region 12 provides professional training and technical assistance for the purpose of improving student performance for all students. Based in Waco, with offices in Corsicana, Hamilton, Nolanville, and Teague, the ESC Region 12’s service area includes Bell, Bosque, Coryell, Falls, Freestone, Hamilton, Hill, Lampasas, Limestone, Mills, McLennan and Navarro counties.
For more information, contact Laura Calhoun at 254.297.1133 or lcalhoun@esc12.net.
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