Education Service Center (ESC) Region 12 recognized 84 area math and science teachers at a special ceremony held July 27 for their commitment to be highly trained and to mentor other teachers in their content area through the Texas Regional Collaborative for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching (TRC).
From Temple ISD, Annie Darst was recognized as Math Mentor of the Year.
Other Temple ISD teachers from the 2015-2016 school year recognized included:
Rachel Calhoun
Kerri Honeycutt
April Jones
Lorrie Masey
Kassidy Outland
Virginia Yarborough
During the 2015-2016 school year, the recognized math and science teachers mentored at least two other teachers and completed a minimum of 100 hours of training in the latest methods and techniques for engaging students in math and science learning experiences. Many of these dedicated teachers exceeded the minimum requirements and completed more than 120 hours of training.
Nearly 200 people were in attendance to honor the teachers, including a number of Temple ISD administrators.
Also in attendance were several Texas political dignitaries and their representatives including Texas Rep. Charles "Doc" Anderson, Cheryl Hassmann, Service Academy Liaison, representing Congressman John Carter, Trent Williams, District Director for Representative Molly White and Texas Rep. J.D. Sheffield.