Wednesday, May 9, 2007
Edmonton Public Schools leads in 2007 Excellence in Teaching Awards
Edmonton Public Schools is proud to announce that 10 district teachers were among 20 honoured with 2007 Excellence in Teaching Awards. In addition, two district teachers will receive KIDS Innovative Use of Technology Awards.
"The fact that Edmonton Public Schools was awarded half of the Excellence in Teaching Awards and two out of the three technology awards speaks to the remarkable calibre of educators in our district," said Edgar Schmidt, Superintendent of Schools. "We are very proud of the accomplishments of these teachers and of the dedication each staff member has to ensuring every student is successful."
The award recipients are:
2007 Excellence in Teaching Awards
- Anita Armstrong, Parkview School
- Carol Bohnet, Capilano School
- Doug Senuik, Ross Sheppard School
- Heather Jubenvill, Oliver School
- Ian Phillips, Ross Sheppard School
- Janet Hamilton, LaPerle School
- Jim Ashton, Centre High Campus
- Jon Carstensen-Sinha, M. E. LaZerte School
- Sharlyne Cheung, King Edward School
- Thomas Yonge, L'Académie Vimy Ridge Academy
SMARTer KIDS Innovative Use of Technology Awards
- Alison Hancox, Argyll Home Education Centre
- Pete MacKay, Jasper Place
The award-winning teachers were selected from 134 finalists across the province by Alberta Education. The awards recognize teachers who have achieved excellence in various areas of their profession.
For further information, contact:
Jane Farrell, Media Relations Consultant
Edmonton Public Schools
(780) 429-8290
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