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Meet Suborno Bari, said to be the world’s youngest professor

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Here is a video about a youngster who is said to be the world’s youngest professor. Meet Suborno Bari, a child prodigy and mathematics and science genius who became a university professor at just seven years old. He is now 12 years old, and this amazing young man is studying at New York University as a student after finishing high school in record time. Aside from the comments he makes about his experiences as both a student and as a teacher, his personal story is fascinating. This video is about eight minutes in length.

Science teacher Micah Depper of Maine garners Milken Educator Award

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Middle school science teacher Micah Depper of Maine has garnered a prestigious Milken Educator Award for 2024-2025. Photo credit: Milken Educator Awards

It is always a pleasure for me to share the story about a talented educator who has earned recognition for his work in the classroom. One of these is Micah Depper, a junior high school school science teacher from Maine who has garnered a prestigious Milken Educator Award for 2024-2025. He is one of only 45 educators to be so honored this year.

Micah teaches courses in science to seventh grade students at Bath Middle School located in Bath, Maine. There he promotes learning through an inquiry-based lessons which cover such topics as biological evolution, metabolism, contact forces, bacterial resistance, genetics, climate resilience, ecosystems, and invasive species.

In addition to his science courses, Micah offers students instruction in electronic music production so students to explore their interest in music. His group is known on campus was Depper’s BMS Rock Band, and is comprised of an eight-week music club that includes students with little to no musical experience. Participants learn how to play an instrument and perform at school assemblies and the school play.

What motivates Micah to work so hard? “Kids. I love working with kids,” he declares. “It’s a really hard job and it’s a job where you are constantly on the wheel, and you have to be prepared every day to be on for seven hours and make sure your lesson is tight, but you are also building community and emotional support for your students and colleagues,” he continues.

Micah earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon, in 2010. He earned his Master’s degree in Environmental Studies at Antioch University in 2013.

The Milken Educator Awards have been described by Teacher Magazine as the “Oscars of Teaching.” In addition to the $25,000 cash prize and public recognition, the award includes membership in the National Milken Educator Network, a group of more than 2,700 exemplary teachers, principals, and specialists from all over the country whose work strengthens best practices in education. To learn more, click on Milken Educator Awards.

TX educator Nancy Chavira garners 2024-2025 Milken Educator Award

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Middle school Nancy Chavira of Texas has garnered a prestigious 2024-2025 Milken Educator Award. Photo credit: KRWG Public Media

Hearty congratulations go to Nancy Chavira, a middle school teacher from Fabens, Texas. She has garnered a prestigious 2024-2025 Milken Educator Award from the Milken Family Foundation, one of only 34 educators nationwide to win the award this year.

The Milken Educator Awards have been described by Teacher Magazine as the “Oscars of Teaching.” In addition to the $25,000 cash prize and public recognition, the award includes membership in the National Milken Educator Network, a group of more than 3,000 exemplary teachers, principals, and specialists from all over the country whose work strengthens best practices in education. To learn more, click on Milken Educator Awards.

Nancy teaches mathematics and science to fifth graders at Johanna O’Donnell Intermediate School in Fabens, Texas. The students in her classroom learn in a 50/50 model classroom where curriculum is taught in both Spanish and English.

In addition to her classroom responsibilities, Nancy serves as the school’s yearbook advisor and as a member of the Science Fair Committee member. She organizes the students in her class to participate in the annual O’Donnell Christmas Project, a project that helps to build gift bags of essential to distribute to residents in Ciudad Juárez. And, as if all that were not enough, Nancy also contributes to her community by training families on how to promote reading instruction at home.

“Nancy Chavira sets a high bar when it comes to being a role model for young students and fellow colleagues,” delcares Dr. Foley, a fellow Milken Educator. “Her unwavering dedication has made a positive impact on her classroom, school and the community,” she continued.

Nancy earned her Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration as a EC-6 Bilingual Generalist from the University of Texas, El Paso, in 2015.

 

FL science teacher Lindsey Laurino garners recognition

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Science educator Lindsey Laurino of Port St. Lucie in Florida has earned recognition from her district and from the state Department of Education for her outstanding work in the classroom. Photo credit;  St. Lucie Education Foundation, Inc.

I always enjoy sharing news that an excellent educator has earned recognition for their work in the classroom. Here is an outstanding educator who teaches in Florida: Lindsey Laurino of the St, Lucie Public Schools District located in Port St. Lucie, Florida. She has garnered the 2024 Ron Nieto Digital Educator Award from the Florida State Department of Education. The Ron Nieto Digital Educator award recognizes extraordinary educators who use digital components to enhance student achievement in the classroom.

In addition to this honor, Lindsey has been named the 2025 District Teacher of the Year for St. Lucie County. With these awards comes an additional title: She has been named an honorary member of the Education Foundation Board of Directors

Lindsey teaches courses in Gifted Science to middle school students in grades six through eight at St. Lucie West K-8 school. She also serves her school as the STEM Fair co-ordinator. (STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.) Among her colleagues, Lindsey has a reputation for excelling in using technology in the classroom to positively impact her students’ outcomes.

When asked about her teaching philosophy, Lindsey responded, “Never forget your love for learning, and always show your students the beauty of education.”

Lindsey’s educational journey began at Indian River State College, and continued at Auburn University and Florida Atlantic University.

WI teacher Cindy Stetzer earns prestigious PAEMST

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I am always excited to shine a spotlight on an exceptional educator who has earned accolades for their work in public school classrooms. Today, I highlight the story of outstanding science teacher Cindy Stetzer of Galesville, Wisconsin. Recently she was named a recipient of a prestigious PAEMST (Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching) from former President Joe Biden. Cindy teaches at Gale-Ettrick-Trempealeau High School (G-E-T High School) in her rural community. To learn more about this remarkable teacher, view this video: