2007 APA TOPSS Excellence in Teaching Awards

Three teachers have been selected as recipients of the APA Teachers of Psychology in Secondary Schools (TOPSS) 2007 Excellence in Teaching Award: Susan A. Spencer of Arthur L. Johnson High School (Clark, NJ), Michael McLane of Sterling Heights High School (Sterling Heights, MI), and Jacquelynn S. Norman of San Marcos High School (San Marcos, TX).  Each has been awarded a framed certificate, an engraved award, a copy of the ActivePsych CD series, a complimentary TOPSS membership for the 2008 membership year, and a cash prize. The ActivePsych CD series was generously donated by Worth Publishers. 

The TOPSS Excellence in Teaching Awards recognize outstanding high school psychology teachers. Award winners are commended for exemplary teaching and for their commitment to academic and professional excellence.  Award winners are also recognized for their roles and initiatives that demonstrate and/or promote professional development activities and provide leadership for others in the field.

An APA Press Release is available through the APA Web site.