CHS Latin Teacher James Stark Receives National Award for Excellence in Teaching

Posted Date: 1/08/25 (10:09 PM)

Collinsville High School Latin teacher James Stark has received the 2024 Excellence in Teaching Award (K-12) from the Society for Classical Studies.

SCS is "...the principal membership organization in North America for the study of ancient Greek and Roman languages, literatures, history, material culture and the relationship of Greek and Roman culture to the broader ancient Mediterranean and beyond." The majority of its members are university, college and school Classics teachers, graduate and undergraduate students, and scholars in other disciplines.

Recipients of the award must demonstrate qualities that include:

a commitment in their classroom to diversity, equity and inclusion
evidence of improved student learning
innovative and creative classroom activity, including forms of assessment that engage a broad spectrum of learning abilities
success, size and growth of the classics program and/or community outreach
evidence of creating interest in classical languages and Greek or Roman culture
student successes and recognitions
advancement of a significant percentage of students to the next level of study
professional service and professional development

Stark was one of two K-12 educators in the U.S. chosen to receive the honor this year. Use this link to read about Mr. Stark and why he was selected to receive the award.

Congratulations Magister* Stark!

*FYI: Magister is Latin for teacher or master