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Exceptional Teaching Ignites Deep Learning - Teachers Honor Teachers
Mrs. Kelly Moorman unlocks the potential in all of her students at Three Rivers Elementary School to be unimaginably successful.
Becoming Scientists
Rise Up: Northeast Ohio aims to bring hands-on science experiences and real-world opportunities to lower income public schools in Northeast Ohio to crack the “glass floor” and help bring equity to science education.
Interactive Math- Teachers Honor Teachers
Flipped classroom. Escape Rooms. Mastery-based learning. Innovation starts in Nichole Bruce’s mathematics classroom at Lakota East High School.
Teaching The Blues
Young students in Cleveland are learning more about the “American experience” through a musical program that has them singing and dancing to the Blues.
“STEAM Team” Goes Above and Beyond - Teachers Honor Teachers
It's an honor to recognize my teammates, Gail Feix and Jennifer Christensen, for their excellence in teaching and student-centered approach! Their dedication in creating new STEM labs is truly inspiring and has had a tremendous impact on our students.
Student Writers Design Center to Nurture Their Passion
Students at Orange High School followed the Design Thinking Process to create a Writing Center that supports writing activities schoolwide both in and out of the classroom.
Rejuvenating Math Teachers
The Jennings Mathematics Institutes combine practical teaching advice while clarifying mathematics concepts that should be taught in the classroom. The summer seminars are held in Cleveland each year for math teachers throughput the state.
Art as a Tool to Teach Chemistry
Teachers in central Ohio are integrating the arts in their chemistry classrooms to improve students’ attitudes about science and deepen learning.
Learning to Last a Lifetime
Jeff Webb teaches students to find their paths in life through his work as a mathematics teacher at an alternative program in Worthington City Schools.
Inspired by Outdoor Learning
Mr. Barnes’ passion for nature, gardening, and STEM activities encourages our students and staff to explore and love the natural world and science!
Inspiring Success in the Classroom and in Life
Megan McKarns is a dedicated, inspiring teacher, who provides a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for newly immigrated students.
The Importance of Water
Middle school students learn about local and global water issues and are inspired to change the “status quo”through a series of standards-based lessons designed by a Cleveland non-profit.
Meeting Individual Needs in Math
Jean Koth is a caring, hard-working teacher who strives to reach every student on their level to make sure they learn math.
Dream Big; Think Practically
Students at Lake Elementary in Hartville are dreaming up big ideas for projects they believe will enhance their community.
Meaningful Engagement of Occupations for All
Madeline Schnabel embeds skill development in unique and exciting ways at Waterville Primary School.
Success is Reflected in Student Art
Shawn Riley is an outstanding art teacher who goes above and beyond for her students and her school.
Learning that Lasts a Lifetime
Allison Shardell is a compassionate educator who meets students with enthusiasm, acceptance, and joy.
Preparing Students for IT Careers - Teachers Honor Teachers
Matthew Frischen is a great IT teacher who genuinely cares about his students and encourages them to learn by always trying new things.
A Breath of Fresh Air
Sixth graders in CMSD schools are taking their learning outside through a yearlong program that focuses on science and ELA content while also developing important social-emotional skills.
Personalized Learning in AP Lit - Teachers Honor Teachers
Student-led discussions, group work, manipulatives, and individual work… Students chose what they need and how they will learn in Stacey Lucas’s AP Literature classes.