STEM teacher honored with DuPont Excellence in Teaching Award
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Downingtown STEM Academy chemistry/physics teacher, and Research Club Advisor, Mr. Anton Ocepek was honored with the 2023 DuPont Excellence in Teaching Award at the Delaware Valley Science Fair (DVSF) Awards Ceremony on April 6.
This award salutes teachers for their years of dedication and service to DVSF and their support of STEM education. It is presented to two teachers who demonstrate extraordinary teaching skills, communicate STEM inquiry and learning, and a talent for motivating and supporting their students. The award consists of $500, a plaque, and an all-expenses paid trip to the International Science and Engineering Fair.
Mr. Ocepek is pictured with STEM junior Saptak Das.