Collage of professional development from March 2 - the planetarium, solar astronomy presentation, making of pinhole viewers, and connections between total solar eclipses & mythology

Master Teachers of WNY Prepare for the Total Eclipse

At our March 2nd Cohort Meeting, Master Teachers attended various workshops revolving around the upcoming eclipse. These workshops included the creation of DIY pinhole viewers, a presentation demonstrating the path of totality and other solar phenomenon, a simulation of the eclipse in our planetarium, and a discussion on how solar eclipses connect to mythology.

New York State Master Teacher Program

The NYS Master Teacher Program fosters a collaboration among the selected outstanding k-12 STEM educators, whereby they develop expertise in the areas of content, pedagogy, and students' families and communities. The Western New York region of the NYSMTP works with 250 teachers from over 50 school districts.

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Governor Hochul Announces Selection of 147 New York State Master Teachers to Join Statewide Network of STEM Educators
Nov. 6, 2023

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the selection of 147 educators for the New York State Master Teacher Program, a professional network of more than 1,700 public-school teachers with a passion for inspiring the next generation of educational leaders. 

“Our teachers and counselors have the vital responsibility of educating and supporting New York’s future leaders,” Governor Hochul said. “I’m proud to celebrate the New York State Master Teacher Program and the hardworking educational leaders who are helping us build a world-class education system here in New York. We are incredibly grateful for our educators and counselors for their dedication to inspiring and shaping the minds of our children.”

NYSMTP Western Regional Directors, Lisa Brosnick,  David Henry, and David Wilson, congratulate and welcome the 25 K-12 STEM teachers selected from Western New York. These outstanding teachers represent 16 school districts with 6 teaching at the elementary level, 9 at the middle school level, and 10 at the high school level. They join a select group of  Western Region Master Teachers that have been recognized for their commitment and dedication to growing their knowledge of content, knowledge of pedagogy, and knowledge of the students, families, and communities that they serve.  

This is the Winter 2024 Cohort

NYSMTP WESTERN REGION NEWS

Governor Hochul Announces the Opening of the 2024 NYS Master Teacher Application

"New York's teachers are the vital force behind our state's leading education system, and it is crucial that teachers are provided opportunities to grow within their field," Governor Hochul said. "I am incredibly proud of the teachers we have in our state, who prove time and time again that they will go beyond the scope of their responsibilities to do right by our children."

The application process for the next round is open now through January 26, 2024

Interested K-12 STEM teachers can learn more about the eligibility and application process on the NYS Master Teacher Website

NYSMTP INTRODUCTION AND APPLICATION OVERVIEW

Western Regional Directors, Lisa Brosnick,  David Henry, and David Wilson, invite you to view our application process and learn more about the Master Teacher Program!

New York State Master Teacher Program Statistical Data 2022

The Image Above Gives Data About the NYS Master Teacher Program

  • 124,000+ students across New York State have a NYS Master Teacher
  • There are 921 current Master Teachers
  • More than 549 Master Teacher Emeritus
  • Giving us a total of 1,470 Master Teachers statewide
  • 61% Teach High School
  • 15% Teach Middle School
  • 15 % Teach Elementary School
  • 9% Teach Across Grade Levels
  • 100% of the Master Teachers state that their collaboration with other NYS Master Teachers have provided them with professional renewal and inspiration for their work as STEM educators
  • 99% of MTs agree that their status as a NYS Master Teachers has increased their opportunities to develop their leadership skills.
  • 97% of MTs agree that their experiences in the NYSMTP have increased their opportunities to share their work with teachers in their school or district.
  • The percent of High Needs Districts with NYS Master Teachers:
    • 100% Large City
    • 58% New York City
    • 57% Urban/Suburban/ High Needs
    • 51% Rural High Needs

"Since 2013, New York's Master Teacher program has recognized our state's most talented and dedicated educators for their persistence in engaging students in STEM fields. These teachers are instrumental in the development of our future leaders, and it is a privilege to recognize them every year."
 

Deborah F. Stanley | SUNY Interim Chancellor