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SBISD Educator Is “In It to Win It” for Her Students and School

September 10, 2024 7:00 AM

Jamie Flint, a teacher at Spring Woods High School (SWH), has been honored by the Texas Medical Association (TMA) with an award recognizing her outstanding contributions to education.

Flint’s dedication and innovative teaching methods earned her this accolade, which includes a $7,000 cash prize and a $3,000 grant for her classroom.

A 2017 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards finalist and a 2019 Chevron grant recipient who explored the rainforest, Flint is also a former SBISD Teacher of the Year. Her recent TMA recognition underscores her ongoing commitment to preparing students for future careers in the medical field. “It was a great honor to hear I had received the award,” Flint said. “TMA is not involved in education, so it was so nice to see that they appreciate the things we are doing to help prepare students for the medical field.”

Flint plans to use the $3,000 grant to acquire probeware (scientific equipment that allows probes to be interfaced with computer software to collect data), which will provide her students with hands-on experience and real-time data analysis to enhance their lab work and understanding of scientific concepts. “This grant will help students get more hands-on experience with tools they will use in college,” Flint explained.

Her success is also reflected in her students' achievements in Chemistry. Flint attributes their improved performance to her tailored approach in preparing them for the AP Chemistry exam, which includes mock exams and targeted reviews.

Known for her engaging teaching style, Flint emphasizes hands-on activities and breaks down complex concepts into manageable pieces to boost student confidence and involvement. “I try to make the learning as accessible as possible so students can feel successful,” she said. “When students feel successful, they are more confident and more engaged.”

Flint’s commitment to professional growth is evident in her advice to fellow educators: “Never stop growing and learning. I’ve attended professional development every summer since my first year teaching 21 years ago. Every year I learn new and better ways of teaching concepts.”

Jamie Flint’s recognition by the Texas Medical Association is a testament to her exceptional contribution to education and her commitment to her students’ success. Her efforts continue to inspire and elevate teaching in SBISD.