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The 2009 MAST Fall Conference- A Voyage of Discovery
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Congratulations to Evelyn Sinnin and Michael Romano-
Recipients of the 2009 Elaine Adams Professional Development Award for Science Educators
During the May 21, 2009 MAST Board meeting, Evelyn Sinni and Michael Romano were named the recipients of the 2009 Elaine Adams Professional Development Award.
Evelyn is kindergarten teacher at Eastford Road School in Southbridge, MA. She has been a teacher for over 25 years and coordinated the Family Math and Science Nights at her school for the past 10 years. Evelyn has written several grants to secure materials for science education, including a grant for a pond habitat in her school’s courtyard. Evelyn’s goal is to develop activities for her students that will incorporate hands-on activities and through the use of technology develop learning activities that incorporate the use of websites, interactive games, and PowerPoint slideshows that link science to literacy. It is her hope that the children will develop an interest in the area of science that will carry on throughout their education. Evelyn will be awarded a check for $1000 dollars to continue her venture.
Michael Romano is a biology teacher at Acton-Boxborough Regional High School in Acton, MA. He is interested in pursuing a professional development program for high school biology teachers. Michael plans to attend the “Biodiversity Academy” of the Smithsonian Science Education Academy for Teachers in Washington, DC. During the week-long program he will work with other teachers and scientists to develop inquiry-based labs and lessons that integrate the larger themes of evolution and biodiversity within the individual kingdoms studied in biology units. Michael will be award a check for $500 dollars to continue his venture.
Evelyn and Michael will be presented with their official awards during the MAST/MSELA Award Banquet in October. We look forward to Evelyn’s and Michael’s presentation at an upcoming MAST Conference.
Again, congratulations Evelyn and Michael!