[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 146 (Thursday, September 12, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1142]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




PROCLAIMING NOVEMBER 2, 2019 AS SCIENCE EDUCATION AWARENESS DAY IN NEW 
                               YORK STATE

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 12, 2019

  Mr. HIGGINS of New York. Madam Speaker, I rise today to proclaim 
November 2, 2019 Science Education Awareness Day in New York State. The 
recognition of this day serves as a reminder of the importance of 
science education, at all levels, in the State of New York.
  The Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS) is New 
York's first science teacher organization. Under the leadership of 
Kenneth Huff, President of STANYS and a Middle School Teacher at 
Williamsville Central School District in the 26th Congressional 
District, the association is dedicated to promoting excellence in 
science education. Its mission is to work with educators, school 
districts, and communities to provide opportunities for students to 
actively participate in science education. STANYS is a leading voice in 
legislative affairs that affect science teachers and the teaching of 
science. This vital organization brings the collective concerns and 
suggestions of science educators to NYSED and state government 
officials. This organization also acts as a multi-purpose network for 
science educators of many levels and disciplines.
  Science Education Awareness Day 2019 on November 2nd will fall during 
STANYS's Annual Conference. This event draws a large community of Pre-K 
to University and Informal Science educators from across the state. The 
conference offers workshops for all teaching levels, information on the 
newest tools and technology, and prominent keynote speakers from the 
field. The theme for the 2019 conference is Transforming Innovations 
into Reality in Science. The conference offers 2.5 days of workshops 
for all science teaching levels and disciplines, renowned panelists, 
subject area institutes, receptions and socials, and vendors with new 
materials and technologies. The celebration of Science Education 
Awareness Day will add to the inspiring and energizing atmosphere of 
the event.
  Madam Speaker, thank you for allowing me a few moments to proclaim 
November 2, 2019 Science Education Awareness Day in New York State. 
This celebration is a fantastic way to increase public appreciation for 
science education and to showcase its importance in our schools and 
communities.

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