Blaine Broughton, Brockport’s Hill School STEM Enrichment Specialist, was awarded the RMSC STEM Education Award for PreK-6.
The Rochester Museum and Science Center (RMSC) held a STEM Awards Ceremony Friday, February 28, at the Strathallan Hotel to recognize educators and organizations that are making a difference and exciting people about opportunities in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math.
The RMSC STEM Awards selection committee consisted of some of Rochester’s greatest community leaders and respected professionals in the field of STEM. A record-breaking number of nominations were submitted this year, including Mr. Broughton. Finalists were chosen for each of the six award categories. Awards were presented to the winners during the ceremony.
Mr. Broughton has been teaching at Brockport Central since 2005. He currently oversees the enrichment program at Fred W. Hill School, providing students with fun and exciting ways to learn.
He was presented his award by RMSC President and Brockport alumnus, Hillary Olson.
“It feels amazing, very humbling. There’s a lot of people behind the scenes that have helped in winning this award,” said Mr. Broughton. “From the BOE supporting endeavors to central office and administration; it’s truly amazing. I couldn’t ask for a better district and community to work for.”
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