One of the best parts of applying for the Presidential Award was the opportunity it afforded me to reflect upon and improve my teaching. I am thankful to my family, colleagues, and the children I serve for their support and excitement about learning every day. I am honored to be recognized as part of this group of educators.

Stacy Sharp-Adamson Kansas City, MO | K-6, Science, 2020

The official biography below was current at the time of the award.

Stacy Sharp-Adamson has been an educator for 25 years. She has taught fourth grade at Bell Prairie Elementary School in the North Kansas City School District for 12 years. She previously taught at Ravenwood Elementary School for eight years and Gracemor Elementary Schools for two years, both in the North Kansas City District. She taught fifth grade at Orrick School District for the first three years of her teaching career. Stacy teaches science and mathematics to two fourth grade classes. She believes that it is important for students to actively participate in their learning. The children participate in several hands-on activities each week that challenge them to think critically and make connections to the world around them. It is her goal that children leave her classroom curious and excited about science. She has recently focused on equity and inclusion in science education. Over the past year she sponsored a science club for English Language Learners. Each session included a high interest inquiry activity, a discussion about a career in science related to the activity, and a lesson about a scientist from a diverse background. Her work in this area was recognized by the North Kansas City Schools Education Foundation. She was recently awarded a grant to support this work entitled, "Seeing Yourself as a Scientist." In addition, she is a member of her school's Building Leadership Team, a teacher sponsor of the Diversity Council, and a member of the district science team. Stacy earned a B.A. in education from Missouri Western State University and an M.Ed. from University of Missouri, Kansas City. She is a certified elementary school teacher and is certified in elementary curriculum.

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