@JonteRLee
 Washington DC
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Joined June 2009
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I was honored to receive the 2026 Teacher Innovation Award from C-STEM. Teaching has never been just about chemistry for me. It is about helping students discover that they are capable of solving problems, thinking creatively, and seeing themselves as scientists, engineers, and
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innovators. This award represents the incredible students I have had the privilege to teach, the colleagues who have challenged and inspired me, and everyone who has supported my journey along the way. I remain committed to doing this work because every student deserves a
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teacher who believes in what they can become. As I reflect on this recognition, I am reminded of something I often tell others: Remember, you are a hero to someone. We may never know whose life we have changed, but that is part of the privilege of being an educator.
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Back presenting at #NSTA #Minn25 in Minneapolis! Sessions: Science Deserves Better; Teacher Across Borders; Old School isn’t Outdated; Getting Students to Read in Science. @NSTA
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Excited to have facilitated a workshop on leveraging data for success at the #ZeroBarriers Program Summit by @SmithsonianScie! Educators across the nation came together to develop inclusive STEM programs for students with disabilities. Equity in education is the goal! #STEM
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Many thanks to @abcnews for the opportunity to talk about an educational post-pandemic reset. As a public school teacher, I believe in the power of our schools, but I also recognize that our kids aren't one-size-fits-all.
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They have diverse needs that require different school models to thrive. It's time we come together as a community to support a more flexible approach to education. Reporter:Arthur Jones II Date: August 7 2024 Link: abcnews.go.com/US/public-sch… #EducationReform #PostPandemicEducation

Public school educators are calling for a post-pandemic reset. Can it be done?

Four years after COVID-19 interrupted schools, educators call for an overhaul.

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#DiverseLearners #CommunitySupport #EducationForAll #SchoolChoice #PublicSchools #FlexibleEducation #EdChat #TeachingForTheFuture #StudentSuccess #EducationMatters
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🎓 Excited to announce that I graduated with a Master's in Biology from Texas A&M University in May 2024! 🌿🔬 Dreams do come true, and this milestone is a testament to never giving up on your aspirations. #TAMUGrad #MastersInBiology #ClassOf2024 @TAMU
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Thrilled to have presented 'Science in Early Childhood Classrooms: Content and Process' at @KIPP_DC (6 campuses)! We delved into the importance of early science education, innovative teaching methods, and the crucial role of educators. 🌟 #EarlyChildhoodEducation – at Washington, DC
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Honored to be part of the 7th annual #STEM Summit by @SmithsonianEdu & Shell. Discussing "Diversity in STEM Education" and how to attract a diverse teaching workforce. Served as an advisor and panelist on stakeholder engagement strategies.
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Also presented on crafting effective pitches for Logic Model plans. A fruitful weekend! #DiversityInSTEM #EducationLeadership @Shell @SmithsonianScie
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Just conquered the 62 miles St. Jude January Challenge! 🎉 A fantastic start to 2024, supporting a cause close to my heart. St. Jude fights pediatric catastrophic diseases, ensuring no child is turned away. Proud to be part of this! #StJudeHero #RunningForACause #NewYearGoals – at Takoma Park, MD
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@StJude – at Takoma Park, MD
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📖 review: A treasure trove of words and phrases that hit the 🎯 of your heart. If you have a story to tell; this book is for you. @iSmashFizzle
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Many thanks to @GMA for having me on to talk about the national teacher shortage. Reporter: @EmNewsDC Date: August 5 2023 Link: goodmorningamerica.com/News/…
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Despite a 6-3 ruling striking down the #studentdebt relief plan, @GOP @EdWorkforceCmte lawmakers are moving forward with their own solution. My latest higher ed story ✍🏾: abcn.ws/3O0ZH7v – at Washington, DC
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MEDIA FEATURE: Many thanks to @dczestystory for the media feature. This is my DC Zesty Story Date: 6/10/2023 🏳️‍🌈 instagram.com/reel/CtXfWdFLw… @DCHomos @DCLGBTQ @CapitalPrideDC @lgbt
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groomers, pedophiles, or seen as abnormal. We work in a field where it often seems the policy is 'arrest first, fire, and then, maybe, maybe, later, ask questions.' That fear is tangible; it's real. Today, however, marks a significant personal milestone. – at Washington, DC
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