HUGHESVILLE, MD - Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) and the school systems of Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties recently honored 17 local educators for their accomplishments in the fields of mathematics and science.

Receiving honors this year were nine math teachers and eight science teachers from schools in the three counties. The teachers were chosen for their outstanding performance in the areas of creativity, rapport with students, enthusiasm for teaching, professionalism, and innovative teaching methods. Each teacher received a plaque and a check for $300. Awards were presented at a dinner held in their honor.

The Outstanding Mathematics Teachers of the Year are listed below.

Calvert County

Charles County

St. Mary’s County

The Outstanding Science Teachers of the Year are listed below.

Calvert County

Charles County

In addition to recognizing local educators for their accomplishments in the fields of mathematics and science, SMECO sponsors events for students to get them excited about math, science, and technology. These events include the local MATHCOUNTS competition, the Annual Southern Maryland Regional Computer Bowl, and the Elementary Computer Bowl. So far, in 2009, over 550 students in SMECO’s service area have participated in these events.