Bush-to-Base Bioinformatics

Sara Allison Cann

M.S.

Research Experience for Teachers
Bush-to-Base Bioinformatics at Virginia Tech

e-mail: sacann@cox.net

Education

2002 Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, VA
1995 Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Blacksburg, VA
1991 Associate Degree in Natural Science
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA

 

Professional Experience

August 2002 – Present Biology, Chemistry and Ecology Teacher
Hidden Valley High School, Roanoke, VA
August 1996 – June 2002 Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, and Environmental Physical Science Teacher
Cave Spring High School, Roanoke, VA
1996 – 1997
2005 – Present
Anatomy, Astronomy, and Biology Teacher Upward Bound Program
Roanoke College, Salem, VA
August 1995 – June 1996 Special Education Instructional Aide
Shawsville High School, Shawsville, VA

Professional Memberships

Executive Board Member National Education Association/Virginia Education Association/Roanoke County Education Association

Certifications & Licenses

December 2006 - December 2016 National Board Certified Teacher
Science/Adolescence and Young Adulthood
July 1, 2005 - June 30, 2010 Collegiate Professional License
Commonwealth of VA

Grants and Awards  

2003-2004 Roanoke County Public Schools Classroom Grant
Awarded a $500.00 grant that was used to establish a Bluebird Trail around Hidden Valley High School. The trail is continually used to educate students on the behaviors, the stresses and the reproductive cycle of the Eastern Bluebird
2006 & 2007 Golden Apple Award for Teaching Excellence Nominee