As there are so many talented educators within my community and across the country, I am honored to be recognized. I have always felt that instilling a love of learning in students has a significant impact on the world. When we educate students to critically solve complex problems, we positively impact future generations. As a result of receiving the Presidential Award and interacting with other recipients, I hope to bring new and exciting ideas into my classroom and improve my own teaching.

Lindsey Constance Shawnee, KS | K-6, Science, 2012

The official biography below was current at the time of the award.

Lindsey Constance has been teaching science and mathematics for 9 years, the last 5 years educating sixth graders at Bluejacket Flint Elementary School. Previously, she taught at Westridge Middle School, Nike Intermediate School, and SCICON Science and Conservation School. Lindsey’s passion for education ignites excitement in students, generating a spirit of discovery and instilling a love of learning. Sponsoring the Student Council, Green Team, Marathon Club, and Math Club provides opportunities for Lindsey to motivate and inspire students. Her desire to excite students about science and mathematics extends beyond the classroom through mentoring, grant writing, and curriculum development. Working with the Shawnee Mission School District's Professional Development and Science Curriculum committees, mentoring graduate students through Kansas State University's INSIGHT program for integrating technology and engineering into the classroom, and presenting at the Graduate STEM Fellows in K-12 Education annual conference for the American Association for the Advancement of Science have allowed Lindsey to collaborate with other educators and generate improvements in the field. Lindsey has a B.S.E., highest distinction, in elementary education and an M.S. in curriculum and instruction from the University of Kansas. She is certified in kindergarten through ninth grade elementary education. 

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