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Published on: 6/6/2007
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Dickey, Faulkner and Garza named 2007-08 Santa Barbara County Distinguished Educators
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Melanie Dickey, an English teacher at Santa Ynez Valley Union High School; Kimberly Faulkner, a kindergarten teacher at Hope School; and Marilyn Garza, a math and physical science teacher at Santa Barbara Junior High School, were named 2007-08 Santa Barbara County Distinguished Educators by County Superintendent of Schools William J. Cirone at a press conference announcing the awards called during the monthly meeting of the county board of education June 7.
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"Melanie Dickey, Kimberly Faulkner, and Marilyn Garza exemplify what is best in our profession," said Superintendent Cirone.
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This year, the selection committee, which included representatives of teachers and administrators, expressed strong feelings that the application and credentials Dickey, Faulkner, and Garza were clearly Teacher-of-the-Year caliber.
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Marilyn Garza, has taught eight grade physical science and math at Santa Barbara Junior High School for 11 years.
She earned her bachelor of science degree in materials science engineering from University of California at Berkeley and her masters of education degree and teaching credential from UC Santa Barbara.
She teaches eighth grade science, math, and video production and has been a member of Women Educators in Science and Technology (WEST).
She has served as a BTSA mentor for beginning teachers, mentoring seven first- and second-year science teachers for eight years.
She has taken part in the South Coast Science Institute, the Research Experience for Teachers program, GATE training and conferences, and the Science Partnership for School Innovation.
She has been awarded three IMPACT II disseminator grants and has been recipient of a LEAPS National Science Foundation grant (Let's Explore Applied Physical Science), for which she is lead teacher at her school.
She has served on the STAR Science content Review Panel, the South Coast Science Project, and has attended conferences regarding closing the achievement gap.
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Upon observing in her classroom, I saw a teacher working magic, putting together an intriguing, engaging curriculum, weaved with enthusiasm for her subject, strong core knowledge, dedication to excellence and always focused on student achievement,Marilyn tirelessly reflects upon her teaching experience to alter, change, and further improve even the most successful elements of her curriculum,I cannot think of a finer, more thoughtful, inspiring, dedicated teacher than Marilyn Garza."
Wrote principal John Becchio: "Marilyn Garza is one of Santa Barbara Junior High School's most valued teachers.
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She is a leader among her colleagues, very well-organized, and energetic,Additionally, I have watched Marilyn play a key role in the development of quality teachers in our community,Finally, Marilyn has a passion for teaching science that is unmatched.
She spends long hours on her work and is 100% dedicated to her students.
She is a teacher that inspires students each and every day."
Wrote California Nanosystems Institute Education Director Fiona Goodchild: "Marilyn is a remarkable teacher, clear in her expectations, patient in her explanations and encouraging in her feedback on performance.
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The first is her own curiosity and enthusiasm for her subject,Second is her belief that every student can gain from learning science, especially in terms of understanding the world around them,a third asset is her vision of how to integrate scientific researchers into K-12 school programs,In my role as an education director, I have worked with over 50 teachers it he last 12 years and I regard Marilyn as one of the most creative, an exemplary professional who is committed to finding ways to motivate students and inspire colleagues,She is a natural leader and a wonderful model for the teaching profession."
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