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by , posted on 10:53 AM, September 27, 2023
In July, the MnSTA Board of Directors approved 5 new board members, and in September, approved 3 additional new members. The approval included the creation of a new Indigenous Science Education position, held by Dr. Hillary Barron.
Welcome to the most recent additions to the Board:
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“Boozhoo! I am a descendent of the White Earth Band of Ojibwe and northern Minnesota is my home. I am an Assistant Professor of Biology at Bemidji State University, where I teach a variety of biology courses and do research on culturally responsive science teaching in college STEM classes. I have been working for several years in professional development for Minnesota science teachers, and am passionate about incorporating Indigenous science perspectives into science curriculum and instruction.” | ||
| Hillary Barron
Indigenous Science Ed (9/23 - 6/27) |
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“My name is Gwen Isaacson and I am excited to be your new Region 9 Board Representative! I will be starting my 9th year of teaching Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, and 3D Printing at Loyola Catholic School in Mankato, MN. Outside of school, my husband David and I enjoy hiking and playing with our 3 miniature schnauzers Bailey, Fritz, and Herman. I am looking forward to having a great school year and am looking forward to getting to know each and every one of you!” |
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| Gwen Isaacson
Region 9: South |
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"Hello, I am Kyle Casper and I’m glad to represent and serve Region 10 on the MnSTA Board of Directors. Region 10 is my home biome. I grew up in Winona, went to college in St. Cloud, taught in rural Alaska, earned a master’s from Montana, and settled back in Rochester. Along the way, my wife and I welcomed two children. We love spending time together as a family, especially outdoors. After 15 years of teaching secondary science, I moved into an instructional facilitator role to support science and math teaching and learning. The shift to 3D learning has reinvigorated my love of teaching science and I look forward to collaborating with all of you." | ||
| Kyle Casper
Region 10: Southeast (9/23 - 6/27) |
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Hello MnSTA Members! My name is Amy Blom and I currently serve as the Region 6 & 8 representative. This is my 12th year of teaching in the southwest area of Minnesota. Through these wonderful years I have had the opportunity to grow with my students in teaching a variety of science courses. This year I have the opportunity to teach 6th Grade Science, 9th Grade Integrated Science, and College Biology. It is a great opportunity to see the students grow and learn through a variety of teaching methods. Outside of the classroom I enjoy spending time with my cherished pets, family, and friends. I also enjoy gardening, camping, and hiking. I always look forward to the spring when everything is rejuvenated, but like life there is always a season and I have learned to cherish everyday in its own unique way. | ||
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Amy Blom
Region. 6 & 8:
Southcentral & Southwest (7/23 - 6/27)
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