Anna Scott
Photo by Richard Hamm from the Athens Banner Herald
I graduated in 1999 with a degree in biology from Berry College in Rome, Georgia. As an undergraduate, I participated in research, presented at regional and national science conferences, and co-authored a research article in Ecology. I taught high school biology and physical science classes before heading to graduate school at the University of Georgia, where I earned an M.Ed. in Science Education in 2003. In 2006, I was awarded a Ph.D. in the same field. During graduate school, I was named a “UGA Amazing Student” and received the “Excellence in Graduate Teaching” Award. For the last several years I have been teaching high school Biology and Anatomy and Physiology at Athens Academy in Athens, GA. In 2010 I was named by the National Assocation of Biology Teachers as the Outstanding Biology Teacher of the Year for the State of Georgia.
Frequently I work part time at the University of Georgia, and even when I'm not on the pay roll I try to participate in research in science teaching and learning. I am passionate about teaching science effectively and empowering students to become intellectually independent.
I and my husband, Trey, and have three children. I love walking in the woods, teaching, and reading---and I am passionate about making myself better. Better at everything--teaching, learning, mothering, saving money, making money, being thankful, being happy, and being inspiring for my students.
My blogs, Blessings 365 and Being better, are creative outlets that help me focus on the good in my life. Thanks for reading!
