Local NGDHS teacher Ron Francis recognized with Trustee Innovation Award

Local North Grenville District High School teacher Ron Francis is being recognized with an Upper Canada District school Board Trustee Innovation Award. Francis, a science teacher, is being recognized for creating a classroom described as a physics and chemistry “playground”. Francis uses innovative tools and makes physics concepts accessible. He created a smoke ring garbage can machine to easily show students the concept of wave motion. He also helped bring a Robotics Club to North Grenville, and has taught students how to fly the school’s drone. UCDSB Board of Trustees 1st Vice-Chair Caroll Carkner says Francis embodies the idea of an innovative teacher.

Carkner says Francis’ was nomination by a member of the parent council.

Francis was recognized at the awards ceremony in Brockville yesterday evening.