CSHS science teacher wins an ING "Unsung Heroes" grant
Stephen Biscotte, science teacher at Cave Spring High School is one of 100 finalists in the ING “Unsung Heroes” grant program. Biscotte won $2,000 to help start a new innovative a career development program he created called "The PIT Crew: Physicians In Training."
This program is designed to incorporate real-world experiences and career-driven assignments into the anatomy and physiology curriculum, giving students at Cave Spring High School a taste of what it is like to be a real healthcare professional right in the classroom. Components will include a book club with guest speakers, a chance to develop their own experiments, and an opportunity to access cadavers and university lab equipment to see what it is like to work in a clinical university setting. Through these activities students can see what it really takes to achieve the careers they desire.
Each year, educators submit applications for an ING Unsung Heroes grant by describing projects they have initiated or would like to pursue. Each project is judged on its:
- Innovative method
- Creativity
- Ability to positively influence the students
Each year, 100 finalists are selected to receive a $2,000 grant, payable to both the winning teacher and his or her school. At least one grant is awarded in each of the 50 states, provided at least one qualified application was received from each state. Winners are selected by Scholarship America, a national non-profit educational support and student aid service organization.
Of the 100 finalists, three are selected for additional financial awards: $25,000 for first place; $10,000 for second place; and $5,000 for third place. The top winners are selected by ING’s Educators Advisory Board, consisting of six distinguished educators from across the United States. The top winner for 2009 was from Atlanta.
(Last updated 10/12/09)