WSTA 2010 Elections-Meet your Candidates!
Posted on Monday, April 26 @ 20:34:33 MDT by rick
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VOTING LINK WILL BE DISPLAYED SOON!
It is once again time for the annual WSTA board elections. The following individuals seek to serve the membership of WSTA, as we continue to move science education forward in our state.
As members of WSTA, you will be receiving a postcard in the mail with directions for on-line voting. Members will receive an individual voting identification which will allow you to log on to the WSTA website elections area and cast your votes.
HERE ARE YOUR CANDIDATES:
The President-Elect prepares for and supports the office of the President. The term of the President-Elect is 2 years. The President-Elect then serves as President for 2 years, and finally serves as Past President for one additional year (a 5-year term). President Elect Candidate: Brian Teppner
TOSA-Renton School District.
Educational Background:
AA South Seattle Community College – Horticulture Program 1997
BAEd Central Washington University – Magna Cum Laude 1999
MAEd Lesley University 2002
National Board Certified Teacher – Middle Childhood Generalist (#01130873) 2006
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Current Work Position:
Renton School District K-12 Science TOSA – Department of Learning and Teaching, Responsible for science curriculum, instruction, and professional development
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WSTA Activities:
2009 WSTA Elementary Teacher of the Year, Presenter at WSTA Conference 2009 and 2010 and Assessment Symposium 2003
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Other Professional Activities:
Science Assessment Leadership Team since 2000, Science Puzzlewise Co-Author, FOSS Elementary and Middle School Leadership Cadre, Workshop Facilitator (NSTA, OSPI, School Districts), Curriculum Consultant for Boeing Museum of Flight 2006, LASER curriculum reviewer, Renton Ahead of the Class Awardee (2003 & 2008), 2008 Department of Ecology Vermicomposting Grant recipient
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Statement (100 words or less):
My interest in becoming President-Elect for WSTA stems from a dedication to the science teaching community. I offer WSTA members my understanding of the exceptional challenges of k-12 science education as well as my assessment and pedagogical expertise. My background has given me a unique perspective on science instruction as well as the skills to present ideas and facilitate change. My qualifications include a deep understanding of best practices, current educational research and the Washington State Science Standards. Through my collaborative skills and existing relationships with Washington science educators we will continue to strive for science literacy across Washington.
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The Executive Secretary serves as the official liaison for WSTA, maintains all official records and facilitates the “daily working” of the Board.
Executive Secretary Candidate: Judy Shaw
Riverside High School-Auburn
Educational Background:
B.S. Medical Technology (Biology and Chemistry), Gonzaga University
M.Ed. Public Health Education, Boston University
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Current Work Position:
Science Department Chair
Biology and AP Biology Teacher, Auburn Riverside High School
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WSTA Activities:
Regional Representative – 2 terms – 6 years
Professional Development – Design Workshops & present NASA Grant workshops
Member of WSTA conference planning committees
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Other Professional Activities:
Science Assessment Leadership Team (SALT)
Science Education Partnership Lead teacher and participant
National Biology Teacher Association
National Science Teachers Association
Science Leadership Team for Auburn School District
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Statement (100 words or less):
Serving the past 6 years as a representative of region 10, has been an honor and a privilege. I have gained experience and knowledge in this capacity. I would like to continue being part of WSTA as executive secretary. I have enjoyed assisting the present executive secretary over the past few years and know that I would not only be honored to serve the association in this capacity, but would enjoy doing so. I have two passions, one is science education for our students and the other is giving service to others. As executive secretary, I will work on both.
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The Regional Representatives are the chief communicators of WSTA information in their Regions. They provide/host professional development opportunities, work closely with the other regional representatives, participate in the WSTA conferences, attend board meetings and provide science education leadership within their respective regions. Region 8 Candidate: Carol Sandison
Columbia River High School-Vancouver
Educational Background:
Masters in Science Education
Science Coach Training Summer 2008
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Current Work Position:
Biology Teacher- Columbia River High School Vancouver, WA
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WSTA Activities:
Presenter 2009 conference, Attendee for years
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Other Professional Activities:
SALT 2010
SALT 2007
SALT 2006
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Statement (100 words or less):
I am running for our Regional 8 Representative position to become more involved with science education at the local level and with the state.
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Region 8 Candidate: Peggy Sedwick
6th grade Evergreen School Dist.-Vancouver
Educational Background:
Concordia University, Portland, Oregon 1992 Education
City University, Master of Education 1996
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Current Work Position:
6th Grade Science Teacher
Evergreen Public Schools, Vancouver WA
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WSTA Activities:
Regional 8 Representative since 2006
WSTA Finance Committee since 2009
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Other Professional Activities:
WSTA; NSTA; SEEC Presenter; ESD 112 and 113 Professional Development
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Statement (100 words or less): I have provided my region with many networking activities; presentations and tours of WSU, team work with ESD 112, collaborations with USGS and local science centers, OSPI events. As WSTA Rep, I have been successful in promoting people to share their science ideas at our conferences.
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Region 9 Candidate: Lois Sherwood
Port Townsend High School-Port Townsend
Educational Background:
BS Zool - WSU 1972
MS Bio - WSU 2001
NBCT - 2007
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Current Work Position:
10th grade Integrated Science
9th grade - Basic Algebra 1
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WSTA Activities:
Committee for 2007 and 2008 Annual Conference; Informational Workshops for Science Standards; NASA workshop development
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Other Professional Activities:
Summer Inquiry Workshops at Port Townsend Marine Science Center - 2008, 2009, 2010 (planned)
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Statement (100 words or less):
WSTA is an integral link for improving science education in our state. Educators at all levels are investing remarkable time and energy into developing the art and practice of science education. WSTA provides an umbrella organization uniquely positioned for sharing and promoting those best practices. My goal as the Region 9 Representative is to be part of a team that will bring an exceptional conference to our teachers in 2011, as well as to continue to be a team player in promoting quality science education.
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Region 10 Candidate: Lisa Chi
Shorecrest High School-Shoreline
Educational Background:
B.S. Biology (Cell and Molecular), University of Washington, 1999
M.I.T. Secondary Education, Seattle University, 2002
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Current Work Position:
P-12 District Science Specialist
Biology and AP Biology Teacher, Shorecrest High School
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Other Professional Activities:
Science Assessment Leadership Team
STEM Initiative East Regional Team, Washington Alliance for Better Schools
Science Education Advisory Board, Pacific Science Center
Science Educator Network Professional Interest Group, Center for Inquiry Science
Science on Wheels Teacher, Pacific Science Center
National Science Teachers Association
Washington Educational Research Association
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Statement (100 words or less):
All people, regardless of their age, level of education, or cultural background benefit from learning by doing. This includes not only hands-on activities, but also opportunities to have their questions and answers heard and honored, build their knowledge base, and reflect upon their learning and apply it to their lives. I would be honored to serve as the WSTA Region 10 Representative and advocate for these principles of effective teaching and learning in science.
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Region 10 Candidate: Megan Vogel
Ballard High School-Seattle
Educational Background:
BA University of Montana-Zoology
MA Texas Tech University-Interdisciplinary Studies (Range & Wildlife Biology and Education)
MS Montana State University-Special Education/Biology
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Current Work Position: Full Time Teacher-Ballard High School Seattle School District #1
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WSTA Activities:
Member
Attended a couple of conferences
NSTA since 1996-1 conference a year
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Other Professional Activities:
Citizen Science Through Seattle Aquarium; COSEE-Orca Bowl; Volunteer at Burke Museum; OPI/Elhwa River Camps; UW in the HS; 6K-12 at UW; Member of 6 Professional Scientific Organizations.
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Statement (100 words or less): I am interested in being a board member for WSTA because I enjoy collaborating with other science teachers. I have been a member of NSTA for 15 years and have attended many regional and national conferences. I teach high school science and have a background as a field biologist. I will bring my ability to organize conferences and engaging sessions as well as opportunities to collaborate with scientists.
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