Friday, September 7, 2007
OLIVER SCHOOL TEACHER RECEIVES NATIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD IN TEACHING
Carrie Ringham, a Kindergarten teacher at Oliver School, has received a 2007 National Excellence Awards for Teachers (NEAT), sponsored by the Heritage Educational Foundation.
Carrie was recognized for her innovative use of thinking maps to enhance student learning, her collaborative team work and her overall philosophy of the purpose of teaching. Her professionalism, skill, sense of humour and relationship building helps students believe in themselves and achieve their potential.
The NEAT Awards give school and pre-school communities the opportunity to honour talented, inspiring and dedicated teachers who are making significant contributions to education and helping raise the status of the teaching profession in Canada.
Award recipients are selected from each of the five regions: British Columbia and the Yukon Territories; Prairies; Northwest Territories and Nunavut; Ontario; Quebec and Atlantic Canada. Each receives a certificate of achievement and a cheque for $5000.
For further information, contact:
Dr. Gail Brierley, Principal
Oliver School
10227-118 Street
(780) 488-1221
Edmonton Public Schools is helping to shape the future in every one of our classrooms. We’re focused on ensuring each student learns to their full potential and develops the ability, passion and imagination to pursue their dreams and contribute to their community.
Edmonton Public Schools
Centre for Education
1 Kingsway NW
Edmonton, Alberta T5H 4G9