Adrian, MI – The MiSTEM Network team in region 2 hosted their 5th Annual Recognition Ceremony to honor educators and a community partner for their commitment to cultivating a vibrant STEM ecosystem in Michigan.
At the event, Lora Wallich of Adrian Public School’s Michener Elementary, was presented with the MiSTEM Region 2 Lifetime Achievement Award. Wallich is in her 38th year of teaching and received the award in recognition of her dedication and positive student impact.
Notably, Wallich leveraged an existing relationship with Adrian-based telescope manufacturer PlaneWave Instruments to provide even more opportunities and field trips for students to have hands-on STEAM experiences in areas such as scientific principles and astronomy, including the over 40 students involved in the Michener Astronomy Club.
In addition to being recognized at the Ceremony at Washtenaw Community College, Wallich, along with other educators, received a $1,000 grant to help increase their impact around STEM education.
MiSTEM Region 2 is comprised of six counties from southeast/south central Michigan, including: Lenawee, Hillsdale, Jackson, Livingston, Monroe and Washtenaw Counties.
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