North East ISD - Human Resources - Staff Development

Trinity Prize FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING

We congratulate Dr. Joseph M. Dungan, III as the District’s nominee for the 2011-2012 Trinity Prize For Excellence in Teaching.  Dr. Dungan currently  teaches Chemistry at James Madison High School and has been employed as an educator in North East ISD for the past 10 years. Dr. Dungan  represents all the characteristics of an outstanding educator.  His devotion to his profession and students exemplifies the true meaning of a teacher.

“I believe teaching is all about what is best for the student, although what is best is oft times not what is easy. However, effective teaching should make learning and mastering the difficult as easy as possible while maintaining high expectations.  I have a passion for science, a passion for learning, and a strong desire to instill that passion in my students.  I endeavor to impart to them the habits of mind, disciplines of the soul, cadre of skills, and pool of knowledge that will insure their future success.  In order to be successful at these goals, I must be successful in planning for student learning and in engaging all students in meaningful learning.”

 

2013 north east teacher of the year

 

 

 

 

 

 

“One way I take learning in a direction relevant to my students’ interests is to invite them to dialogue about the lessons and units of study. Given the opportunity for input, my students generate ideas and set goals that make for much richer activities than I could have created or imagined myself. When my students have ownership in the curriculum, they are motivated to work hard and master the skills necessary to reach their goals. And finally, it is important to help students to develop a deep love and respect for themselves, others and their environment. I try to accomplish this through an open sharing of ideas and a judicious approach to discipline. When the voice of each child is heard an environment evolves where students feel free to express themselves.”

 

The Teacher of the Year banquet was a huge success with over 250 people in attendance. Many thanks to our school PTAs and area businesses for their generous contributions to our Teachers of the Year. Along with a tote bag filled with gifts, each of our Teachers of the Year received a $100.00 check. Our overall winner received additional gifts which included a Teacher of the Year ring from Josten's. Many thanks again to our contributors who made these gifts available!