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St. Margaret’s Andrea Chou Named Orange County Chemistry Teacher of the Year
Ms. Chou, an AP Chemistry and Chemistry Honors teacher in the Upper School, was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the quality of chemistry education in Orange County.
St. Margaret’s Upper School science teacher Andrea Chou was named the Orange County Chemistry Teacher of the Year by the Orange County Section of the American Chemical Society.
Ms. Chou was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the quality of chemical education in Orange County. At St. Margaret’s, she teaches AP Chemistry and Chemistry Honors and coaches students in a variety of science competitions, including the Washington University Chemistry Tournament this spring in St. Louis.
“Andrea is a dedicated educator who inspires the next generation of scientists, both academically and personally,” said Edmund Herlihy, St. Margaret’s science department chair. “Andrea’s teaching philosophy challenges students to see how chemistry impacts the world around them, all while nurturing the skills to affect change in their world.”
Ms. Chou was presented with her award at the Orange County ACS High School Chemistry Awards Banquet at Orange Coast College this week.
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