Texas Educators Elected to State Science Association Board
The members of the Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT) have spoken. Association members have elected a slate of their peers to serve on the state board for the Science Teachers Association of Texas, commencing their leadership on June 1, 2010. The association serves as an advocate for science learning and teaching and provides teachers with state-approved professional development through their annual Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching (CAST).
Austin, TX, April 22, 2010 --(PR.com)-- The members of the Science Teachers Association of Texas have elected new officers for 2010-2011, to commence their duties on June 1st, 2010. These officers will be the driving force behind an organization that advocates the advancement of science teaching and learning, and provides professional development through their annual Conference for the Advancement of Science Teaching (CAST).
In June, Joel Palmer will take command as President from current President Patsy Magee, who is preparing the most dynamic CAST on record this November in Houston. President Palmer hopes that STAT will become the foremost resource for best practices in Texas science education today, and he plans to expand STAT’s library of position statements for use by members in advocating these practices.
President-Elect Ross Ann Hill of Idalou ISD recently served as Vice President of STAT, and has received countless honors and awards from the state of Texas for her commitment to teaching for over twenty years. One of her key goals as President will be to establish the association as an advocate for STEM education and the advancement of classroom technology in Texas. “STEM education is vital to our students and teachers in an increasingly competitive global economy that will depend on our ability to better educate our students in math, science and engineering. STAT is an innovative and essential organization that will help to better prepare its members for the coming challenges,” Hill stated.
Vice President Tony Zahn has served on the CAST planning committee, and is the Science Coordinator for Grapevine-Colleyville ISD. His goals as Vice President coincide directly with President-Elect Hill: to advocate for STEM education and propel Texas students toward careers in these fields.
Secretary Deidre Parish of Frisco ISD is affiliated with the Texas Science Education Leadership Association. Parish’s experience as a science educator, administrator, and Secondary Science Coordinator makes her a valuable asset to the Executive Committee. Parish wishes to serve the students of Texas through STAT and help increase science curriculum options for students across the state.
Laurel Frank of Magnolia ISD is returning for her third term as STAT Treasurer. As the association continues to expand, she serves as an anchor of experience and dedication.
“Our association is growing each year,” said STAT Executive Director Chuck Hempstead. “In the hands of such capable members, we’re confident that the future can only get brighter for STAT. We are lucky to have so many dedicated members who have kept the organization relevant and vibrant for over fifty years.”
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About The Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT)
STAT, founded in 1957, is non-profit organization of elementary, middle and high school teachers, college educators and supervisors of science. The organization keeps members informed about current trends in science education, and provides opportunities to view the latest in technology, curriculum, materials and services. Today, STAT represents more than 6,000 members. For more information, please visit www.statweb.org.
In June, Joel Palmer will take command as President from current President Patsy Magee, who is preparing the most dynamic CAST on record this November in Houston. President Palmer hopes that STAT will become the foremost resource for best practices in Texas science education today, and he plans to expand STAT’s library of position statements for use by members in advocating these practices.
President-Elect Ross Ann Hill of Idalou ISD recently served as Vice President of STAT, and has received countless honors and awards from the state of Texas for her commitment to teaching for over twenty years. One of her key goals as President will be to establish the association as an advocate for STEM education and the advancement of classroom technology in Texas. “STEM education is vital to our students and teachers in an increasingly competitive global economy that will depend on our ability to better educate our students in math, science and engineering. STAT is an innovative and essential organization that will help to better prepare its members for the coming challenges,” Hill stated.
Vice President Tony Zahn has served on the CAST planning committee, and is the Science Coordinator for Grapevine-Colleyville ISD. His goals as Vice President coincide directly with President-Elect Hill: to advocate for STEM education and propel Texas students toward careers in these fields.
Secretary Deidre Parish of Frisco ISD is affiliated with the Texas Science Education Leadership Association. Parish’s experience as a science educator, administrator, and Secondary Science Coordinator makes her a valuable asset to the Executive Committee. Parish wishes to serve the students of Texas through STAT and help increase science curriculum options for students across the state.
Laurel Frank of Magnolia ISD is returning for her third term as STAT Treasurer. As the association continues to expand, she serves as an anchor of experience and dedication.
“Our association is growing each year,” said STAT Executive Director Chuck Hempstead. “In the hands of such capable members, we’re confident that the future can only get brighter for STAT. We are lucky to have so many dedicated members who have kept the organization relevant and vibrant for over fifty years.”
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About The Science Teachers Association of Texas (STAT)
STAT, founded in 1957, is non-profit organization of elementary, middle and high school teachers, college educators and supervisors of science. The organization keeps members informed about current trends in science education, and provides opportunities to view the latest in technology, curriculum, materials and services. Today, STAT represents more than 6,000 members. For more information, please visit www.statweb.org.
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Chuck Hempstead, Executive Director
(512) 491-6685
www.statweb.org
Chuck Hempstead, Executive Director
(512) 491-6685
www.statweb.org
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