Hutton Teacher Honored

Thu., Nov. 9, 2000

By Carlos Acevedo carlosa@spokesman.com

When Hutton Elementary Teacher Sue Ann Harnetiaux came to work the first week of October, she had no idea she’d be the center of attention.

The 20-year veteran teacher was honored with a surprise ceremony where she was recognized as one of two Distinguished Educators this quarter. Darlene Woodard from the Northside’s Ridgeview Elementary also received the award this quarter.

“Sue Ann’s class is student centered,” Principal Val Chadwick said. “She provides learning that is hands-on and involves all students at a level that is appropriate to their ability.”

The Spokane School District’s quarterly Distinguished Educator Award recognizes educators who teach well, continue to grow as teachers and participate in the community. Candidates are nominated by their peers, their principal or by parent groups.

Of her teaching style, Harnetiaux said, “It is important to see each child as a person with special strengths, meet him or her at their current academic level and coordinate a program that will insure growth.”

Harnetiaux was also honored during the Distinguished Educators dinner hosted by Patsy Clark’s and will be featured on public services announcements airing on cable stations this month.

Middle school teacher recognized

Chase Middle School’s Dave Fuller also received an award of note recently. He was named Physical Education Teacher of the Year by the Washington Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance at their annual conference in Seattle Oct. 27 and 28.

“He’s been a fantastic P.E. teacher and staff member,” said Principal John Andes. “He’s extremely student centered.”

Fuller was recognized at the conference for his implementation of heart-rate monitors during P.E. and his role in training other teachers in the district to implement the monitors in their classes.

All students at Chase use heart-rate monitors when running their mile for pre- and post-fitness tests, then use graphs of their heart rates to track improvements.

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