Each of the following awards is given each fall at MAST Annual Conference. Please consider nominating a deserving individual. Nominations must be received by September 30, 2016. If you have any questions, contact Dr. Gary Mazzola at
gmazzola@awrsd.org.
Dawn Sather Exemplary New Teacher Award
1. Membership in MAST is not a requirement
2. In the first 3 years of the teaching profession and currently teaching science
3. Noticed for remarkable achievement, accomplishment, and promise as a science educator
Russell P. Stanhope Distinguished Friend of Science Award
1. Non-member of MAST, but MAST membership is not a disqualifier
2. Works with science educators in Massachusetts
3. High visibility in science education
4. Promotes being a “friend” to the science community – strives to work together than separately in his/her mission and promotes collaboration
MAST State Science Educator of the Year
1. Current member of MAST (e.g. membership acquired through conference participation or affiliates)
2. Previous MAST County Educator of the Year Award winner
3. Active or retired teacher
4. Significant accomplishment in science education, locally, and statewide
5. Role model in science education for other educators
County Science Educator of the Year Awards (14)
1. Hold a current membership in the Massachusetts Association of Science Teachers (MAST) and has been an active member one year prior.
2. Have a past history of being an active, contributing member of national, state, and/or local science teacher organizations.
3. Have provided a leadership role in promoting and advancing the cause of quality science education among his/her peers.
4. Have been active in promoting and advancing the cause of quality science education among students in the schools.
Joann Blum Inspiration in Environmental Education Award
This award honors the memory of Joann Blum, an outstanding and inspirational science teacher who encouraged her students and her colleagues to embrace the outdoor environment.
1. The recipient should be a K-8 teacher who inspires his/her children to see science in the natural world around them.
2. Membership in MAST is not a requirement for the award.
3. The recipient will receive recognition at the annual MAST Awards banquet and one year's complimentary membership in MAST (new or renewal).