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Jim Boyce
2002 Presidential Awardee for Excellence in Science
2003 RadioShack National Teacher of the Year
2001 Christa McAuliffe Fellow
1999 Milken National Educator 202 McMahon Lane SW (360) 829-5537
E-mail: Sierra@blarg.net Orting, WA 98360 (360) 893-2920 (H)
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“As one of the most accomplished educators in Washington, you help set the standards and guide the path of a new generation – a generation flourishing in an age of technology and information.” –letter of congratulations from Governor Gary Locke
“Jim Boyce’s contributions to the education of students reach into the intellectual, social and physical arenas. His development of programs for all learners and his tireless effort in the classroom make him stand out as a giant among all teachers.” – Eva Foster, Chemistry Teacher
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Formal and Continuing Education
Ø Master’s Degree City University
Major Educational Technology
G.P.A. 3.86
Ø Bachelor’s Degree Univeristy of Washington
Major Microbiology
Minor Chemistry
G.P.A. 3.86
Ø Honors Phi Beta Kappa
Ø Foreign Study Morelia, Mexico
Ø Teaching Certification University of Washington
Endorsements: Biology; Chemistry; Science; Instructional Technology; Spanish
Career and Technical Education Certificate (Chemical Technicians)
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Teaching Experience
Ø White River High School 9/87-9/90; 9/94-Present
Ø Position
Instructor: Biotechnology; Anatomy & Physiology;
Biology; General Science; Spanish
Science Department Chair (1995-2003)
Adjunct Professor for City University; Mentor Teacher
Advisor for Bates Community College Biotechnology Program
Head Cross-Country Running Coach (1995-2000; 2003-present)
Distance Track Coach (1996-1998)
Ø Awards 2003 RadioShack National Teacher of the Year Award
2002 Presidential Award for Excellence in Math & Science
2002 Toshiba America Foundation Grant Recipient
2001 Christa McAuliffe Fellowship Award
2000 Intel Innovations in Teaching Award
2000/1998 Pierce County League Cross-Country Coach of the Year
1999 Milken National Educator Award
1999 Washington Award for Excellence in Education
1998-99 GTE GIFT Grant Recipient
1997-98 US West Connecting Teachers w/Technology Grant
1996-97 TCI Technology Trailblazer Award
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“Jim Boyce is a unique individual that has the gift of being an outstanding teacher. He has that passion for learning and is able to transfer that passion to his students. He is the best in his field. He has raised the standard for all of us in the classrooms of the 21st century.” – Mr. Jim Meyerhoff, District Athletic Director
Professional Development
Ø 2004 WASL Assessment Training
Ø 2003 Presenter at NW Bio-Link Conference
Ø 2003 Advanced Placement Institute
Ø 2003 Ward's Science Presenter Training / Presentations
Ø 2002 Instructor - Inquiry Workshop @ Pacific Northwest National Laboratories
Ø 2002 Biotech Skill Standards Mini-Retreat / Biotechnology Assessment Workshop
Ø 2002 Participant in K-20 Videoconferences with Milken Educators
Ø 2002 Summer & Fall (FDA/NSTA Professional Development)
Ø 2002 Presenter at National Science Teachers Association Convention (Project GROWS- Genetic Research on Western Salmon)
Ø 2002 NSTA Portland Regional Conference
Ø 2002 Implementing Academies Conference
Ø 2002 Presenter at OSPI Conference (McAuliffe Fellowship-Washington State)
Ø 2002 Presentation to White River Curriculum Council (White River Project)
Ø 2001-2002 Developing Digital Curriculum related to salmon
Ø 2001-2002 Attended OSPI Conferences courtesy of the State of Washington
Ø 2001-2002 High School Human Genome Project Training
Ø 2001-2002 Teacher Leadership Project (Technology Integration)
Ø 2001 Friday Harbor Laboratory Workshop on Molecular Biology
Ø 2001-2002 Project GROWS (Genetic Research on Western Salmon)
Ø 2000 PC Troubleshooting and Repair Workshop
Ø 2000 Milken National Educators Conference
Ø 1999 National Educators Computer Convention
Ø 1999 National Science Teachers Association Convention
Ø 1999 Designed, organized and implemented technology training for teachers at WRHS
Ø 1998 National Science Teachers Association Convention
Ø 1997-98 Semiconductor Manufacturing Training
Ø 1997 Internet Training with US West
Ø 1995-Present Science Education Partnership with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Strengths & Skills
Ø Dynamic Leadership
Ø Ability to Motivate
Ø Interpersonal Communication
Ø Exceptional Ability to Learn
Ø Creative Problem Solving
Ø Analysis and Organization
Ø Foreign Languages
Personal Interests
Ø Boston Marathon Qualifier 2000 (3:00:43 personal best for 26.2 miles)
Ø Climbed Mount Rainier 1998 (14,410 feet)
Ø Foreign Travel (over 25 countries)
Ø Health & Fitness
“He seems to have the special ability to motivate and drive students to achieve their best. Mr. Boyce has always gone the extra mile to encourage, prepare and motivate his students in the classroom as well as life.” – Mr. W. David Huddleston, School Board Member and Parent
White River High School Cross Country Team Rocks!
2003 RadioShack National Teacher of The Year
2002 Presidential Awardee for Excellence in Math & Science Teaching
2001 Washington State Christa McAuliffe Fellow
Presenter for WARD's Science Professional Development Workshops
"As one of the most accomplished educators in Washington, you help set the standards and guide the path of a new generation – a generation flourishing in an age of technology and information.”–letter of congratulations from Governor Gary Locke
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