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Congratulations, Maggie Arnold!
The Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council and Kemin Industries have announced the recipients of the 2023 Iowa STEM Teacher Award, sponsored by Kemin Industries.
The Southwest STEM region’s honoree is Maggie Arnold, communication and service technology teacher at Creston Community High School in Creston, Iowa. Arnold was recognized for her remarkable efforts in implementing STEM education into her classroom through technology, projects and community service. She has established the school’s CAST program as a true model for the Iowa Authentic Learning Network—creating two businesses that operate out of her classroom and continue to flourish.
She has built relationships with local businesses and community leaders to create learning opportunities that help students see the real-world value beyond the walls of the classroom. She encourages her students while also empowering them to take ownership of their projects.
In her nomination for the Iowa STEM Teacher Award, Arnold was described as going “above and beyond to connect with her students, and that she has a way of reaching each and every student in their own unique way.”
Now in its ninth year, the Iowa STEM Teacher Award is given annually to one full-time, licensed preK-12 teacher from each of the six STEM regions in Iowa. Each recipient is honored for their efforts to foster enthusiasm and inspire a passion for STEM that goes beyond the classroom and helps prepare students for future high-demand careers.
As a recipient of the 2023 Iowa STEM Teacher Award, presented by Kemin Industries, Arnold will receive $1,500 to use for her classroom and $1,500 for personal use. She recently received her award and a small celebration at her school and will later be honored, along with her fellow recipients, in a recognition ceremony during STEM day at the Fair at the Iowa State Fair. For more information about the award and all current and previous recipients, please visit https://iowastem.org/teacheraward.
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