A teacher from Polytechnic High School in Sun Valley was selected by Vernier Science Education as one of 10 standout STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) educators from schools and colleges nationwide as the recipients of its 2025 Inspiration Grants.
Each of the grantees will receive $1,000 worth of Vernier technology of their choosing, an annual license for Vernier Graphical Analysis® Pro and three hours of virtual professional development to further support their teaching as they work to foster STEM literacy with students.
“The Inspiration Grants are all about recognizing innovative educators who are committed to making a difference with students through real-world, hands-on STEM learning,” said Jill Hedrick, CEO of Vernier Science Education. “Equipping this year’s grantees with new science education tools, such as hands-on sensors, lab equipment and data-collection technology, along with professional development will help them make an even bigger impact in their classrooms as students engage in relevant learning experiences.”
The 10 grantees were selected from more than 320 submissions by a panel of fellow educators and Vernier employees. In making their selections, the panel considered how the grantees will implement the $1,000 worth of Vernier technology in their classroom or laboratory, their educational institution’s needs, and how the funding will enhance their instruction and engage students.
The 2025 Vernier Science Education Inspiration Grant winners are:
● Mauricio Alonso in Sun Valley, CA
● Angie Nichols in Jackson, MS
● Carmela Schlitzer in Secaucus, NJ
● Cord Carter in San Antonio, TX
● Dr. James Hunter in Baltimore, MD
● Joshua Cameron in Knoxville, TN
● Laura Vroman in Rock Island, IL
● Neotha Williams in Plaquemine, LA
● Nicole Rowland in Petersburg, VA
● Patty Mueller in Old Westbury, NY
To learn more about the 2025 Vernier Science Education Inspiration Grants and grantees, visit www.vernier.com/inspiration-grants.