February 2, 2007


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Natural History Expert Inspires Wiregrass Math & Science Consortium at Troy University


Photos by:  Inga Oberst/Troy University

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Natural History Specialist Brent Nixon (center) meets with teachers during a Wiregrass Math & Science Consortium Seminar at Troy University. Nixon uses high energy nature talks about everything from whales to bears to inspire educators and renew their passion for teaching. The Washington native speaks nationally and internationally. Through the Wiregrass Math & Science Consortium, Nixon also visited with children at six Dothan City and Henry and Houston County schools. Pictured (left) with Nixon are consortium members Sandy Everhart, of Enterprise Junior High; Lisa Page, Troy University graduate student; Denise Weems, of Enterprise Junior High; Judy Williams, Wiregrass Math & Science Consortium mentor; Sandy Sanders, of Headland Elementary; Myra Hicks, of Moorer Middle School in Eufaula; Diana L. Watson, of Webb Elementary; and Renee Snell Merritt of Wicksburg Elementary.