JVS teacher receives highest honor from national organization

Brian Iselin of Lorain County JVS was recently recognized by Project Lead The Way as the Robert and Patricia Kern PLTW National Teacher of the Year, which is the highest recognition for PLTW educators.

PLTW President and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Vince Bertram presented the award in front of nearly 1,000 attendees, including teachers from across the U.S. at PLTW’s national conference in Indianapolis – PLTW Summit.

“Mr. Iselin is an incredibly humble and exemplary individual who is highly respected by both staff and students,” said JVS High School Principal Tina Pelto. “His expertise is proven again and again through the success of his students. We are honored to have him as a member of our JVS family.”

The award is based on merit and is a reflection of Iselin’s strong alignment to PLTW’s mission; exceptional commitment to students; school leadership; and meaningful involvement in PLTW curriculum, assessment, and professional development.

“I was not expecting this at all,” said Iselin. “I was so proud to be named an outstanding educator and finalist and never really thought I would be the PLTW National

Teacher of the Year. Having worked with educators from all over the country, I always knew that our JVS PLTW Engineering program was among the top PLTW programs anywhere, in terms of student success. It is incredible for me personally to be nationally recognized for all the effort and work I’ve put into building the program over the past nine-plus years. I am truly honored.”

According to Iselin, the PLTW Summit is an opportunity for the PLTW community to come together and share their knowledge and best practices.

“The educators that attend the conference are all leaders and experts in their educational practices and are some of the best educators in the country,” said Iselin.