OSAGE CITY, Kan. – Osage City High School science teacher Brock Baxter has been selected as one of seven new teachers nationwide to join the Vernier Trendsetters community. The professional learning community, which now includes nearly 40 individuals, gives teachers the opportunity to grow their leadership and knowledge of modern relevant STEM instruction as they connect with and learn from fellow teachers throughout the school year.
“The seven new Vernier Trendsetters all bring unique perspectives, fresh energy, and a shared commitment to advancing STEM education to our growing community,” said Jill Hedrick, CEO of Vernier Science Education. “We look forward to supporting these teachers with meaningful professional learning opportunities as they learn from one another, deepen their use of data-collection technology, and discover new ways to engage their students in real-world, experiential learning.”
Baxter, chemistry, physics, and engineering teacher at Osage City High School in Osage City, Kan., was selected from among teachers from across the country.
“My hope is that this experience helps me become a better teacher,” Baxter said. “I’m excited about learning new skills and ideas that will make my classes more engaging and meaningful to the students I teach.”
Others named to the Vernier Trendsetters were Hannah Korslund, Burlingame High School, Burlingame, Calif.; Jay Jackson, Freeman High School, Katy, Texas; Mike Amante, New Hartford Central Schools, New Hartford, N.Y.; Ross Gunderson, Eastern York High School, Wrightsville, Penn.; Valerie Berger, Northrop High School, Fort Wayne, Ind.; and Vanessa Ueltzen, Walther Christian Academy, Melrose Park, Ill.
These teachers will have the opportunity to participate in and provide professional development, collaborate on content with Vernier, provide feedback on programming and new products, attend exclusive conference events, and more. In addition, they may be featured nationally for their use of Vernier technology or become eligible to receive financial support to attend and present at conferences.
Teachers interested in joining the Vernier Trendsetters Community can apply throughout the year with applications being accepted on a rolling basis. To learn more, see www.vernier.com/trendsetters.
