Kirk Brown taught biology and biotechnology in the International Baccalaureate program at Tracy High School in Tracy for 25 years. He is Nationally Board Certified in adolescent and young adult science. Brown has been a partner in several science education projects with organizations ranging from the California Department of Education to the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. He was also an adjunct faculty member of San Joaquin Delta College. As a high school teacher, Brown inspired many graduating seniors to major in biology-related fields in college. Brown not only ignited their interest in science; he also provided them with the equipment and resources to replicate current research being conducted by professional scientists. Several of Brown's students have seen their work published on such projects as identifying the cause of stem rot disease in rice or studying the carcinogenic effects of barbecued foods. Brown co-created an integrated Agricultural/Scientific Academy at Tracy that is geared toward students interested in careers in agriculture, horticulture, veterinary science and medicine. Kirk has recently authored a textbook, Biotechnology; A Laboratory Skills Course, published by Bio-Rad Laboratories. He is currently the Director of STEM Programs at San Joaquin County Office of Education where he directs efforts for both the county and is Co-director of the Delta Sierra Science Project. Kirk was also the Co-Lead Writer of the CA Science Framework and has been on the Science Expert Panel that advised the California Department of Education as they adopted the Next Generation Science Standards.
As a Milken educator, it is important to use your newfound attention to positively impact the profession. Many people will contact you to ask your opinion on various issues; you can provide the clear rationale for change in the profession and be a visible example to all those around you. To walk in your shoes might be challenging, but it could be motivating for others to see. As many states are focusing on accountability, it is important not to lose sight of the real reason we work so hard.... to create understanding, build excitement and to motivate those we touch.
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2011 Over 500 Presentation in 18 states and 4 countries
2011 Biotechnology; A Laboratory Skills Course Pub. Bio-Rad Laboratories
2010 Keynote: Noyce Scholars: Being a STEM Teacher in the 21st Century
2008 English, Gym, Algebra... Biotech: The Journal of Life Science June-July
2008 Keynote: CSU Fullerton Impact that a Teacher can Make
2008 Keynote: NASA-AMES A Personal Perspective on Being a Teacher Scientist
1997 Advanced Learning Opportunities for CA SSP Programs
2011 San Joaquin County Teacher of the Year
2008 Outstanding Science Teacher: Cortopassi Family Foundation
2008 Junior Science and Humanities Symposium Teacher of the Year
2007 Biotechnology Educator Award: BayBio inducted into 2007 Pantheon
2006 Outstanding Teacher of America: Carlston Family Foundation
2003 Outstanding Biology Teacher Awards: NABT
2003 National Board Certification
1992 M.A Education, UOP
1986 California State University - Stanislaus, B.A.
National Board Certification in Adolescent and Young Adult Science
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