Another way to spend retirement!

Patty Brown (left), retired from Haines Borough School District, mentors John Welkener (right) science and technology teacher at Mt. Edgecumbe, in advocacy at the legislative level They were hosted and encouraged in their visit in early February by retired teacher, now Representative for Sitka, Rebecca Himschoot (center.) Representative for Patty’s district, Andi Story, helped guide their effort as well. All are supportive of more and stronger STEM teaching, particularly at elementary level. Alaska Science Teachers Association sponsored Patty and John’s visit.