18 Apr 2007
Awards Will Focus On Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
DALLAS–The Dallas Education Foundation in partnership with Texas Instruments Foundation will announce the 2007 Texas Instruments Foundation Innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Teaching Awards (STEM), at the school board meeting at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, May 24, at David W. Carter High School, 1819 W. Wheatland Road.
The Texas Instruments Foundation created this award to honor innovative classroom teachers who are greatly enhancing student achievement and increasing interest in science, technology, engineering and math classrooms.
"This is a significant way of honoring our teachers for their efforts and hard work in teaching our students," said Superintendent Michael Hinojosa. "We are truly appreciative of Texas Instruments' commitment to excellence and innovation in Dallas ISD," he said.
The awards will be presented to seven Dallas ISD teachers who will each receive $10,000, of which $5,000 is directly awarded to the classroom teacher and the other $5,000 to be used at the discretion of the teacher for professional development and/or instructional technology.
School principals nominated science, technology, engineering and/or math teachers at the secondary level (grades 7 to 12).
The mission of the Dallas Education Foundation is to unite community and resources for excellence throughout Dallas ISD. The goals are to increase student achievement by promoting, identifying, and recognizing excellence; to require high expectations and systems of accountability; and to create champions for public education.
"Today's students must develop 21st century skills, excelling in mathematics, science and engineering—the building blocks of technical innovation. We are delighted to honor Dallas ISD teachers who are fostering excitement about these skills in their own students," said Torrence Robinson, director of Public Affairs, Texas Instruments. "TI understands that creating an educated workforce in the communities where the company operates is a business imperative and enthusiastically supports programs that help achieve that goal."
Texas Instruments will recognize all winners at an awards ceremony in the fall.