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continued from p.7 Munson said she's humbled by the recognition, which caught her off guard, as she helped 25 of her Grades 7 and 8 students prepare for the science fair that began Wednesday at Hamilton's Mohawk College and wraps up tomorrow (Saturday). "It's an honour," said Munson, adding the award means a lot because former students and parents nominated her. "It is nice to be recognized for all the hard work and hours that have gone into the kids," she said. Oakville parent Cathy Hayman, who helped nominate Munson, said the educator has a natu- Students should be proud of their science fair efforts: Munson ral ability to teach science in a way that makes it interesting for all children. Years ago, when her son, Tyler Collins, was in Munson's class, she said he often came home expressing how much he loved the way she taught the subject. Even though he is now studying drama at university, Hayman said her son still has fond memories, while other students she has happened to keep in touch with have gone on to excel in science and engineering. "The spark she ignited has fanned into flames so that's what makes her a champion," she said. Munson said it's rewarding to see other teachers at her former schools continue helping students submit science fair work and seeing her former students excel in science and engineering. Munson said students are learning life skills, such as public speaking, critical thinking and time management that will remain with them throughout their lives. Regardless of how well each student does, she added, they all should be proud of their effort. This year's science fair is in its 54th year. Public viewing is Saturday (March 29) from 9 a.m.noon and features more than 400 Grades 7-12 students competing for prizes and scholarships. There are 17 Oakville schools participating, including: · Maple Grove Public School · St. Andrew Elementary School · St. Bernadette Elementary School · St. John Elementary School · St. Thomas Aquinas Secondary School · Abbey Park High School · Emily Carr Public School · Al-Falah Islamic School · Oakville Trafalgar High School · Sunningdale Public School · White Oaks Secondary School · W.H. Morden Public School · Appleby College · King's Christian Collegiate · Oakville Christian School · Rotherglen School LIKE US ON 13 | Friday, March 28, 2014 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com # in Patios & Driveways! 1 J.M.C Concrete Interlocking LTD · Free Estimates · 24 Hour Service European Engineering Combined With Traditional Workmanship "Building on the Brightest Ideas Around Glass" 905.849.0266 · STAMPED CONCRETE · INTERLOCKING · EXPOSED AGGREGATE · FLAGSTONE · FRENCH CURBS · RETAINING WALLS · GARAGE FLOORS · FREE ESTIMATES Ask for WWW.JMCCONCRETE.CA 905-878-8595 JOHN SPRING INTO INGEBORG'S! FAMOUS EUROPEAN BRAND NAMES ALL UNDER ONE ROOF Walk-In Clinic Short wait times Convenient location at WestOak Trails Plaza Great hours - weekdays 8:30am 0 to 8:30pm Pharmacy onsite HealthSense Medical When you need healthcare fast: Short wait times! INGEBORG'S WAREHOUSE Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 to 5 Sat. 10-5 Sun. 11 to 4 905.823.7415 1681 FINFAR COURT MISSISSAUGA 905-825-DOCS (3627) 2983 Westoak Trails Blvd South of Dundas, at Bronte Rd info@healthsensemedical.ca www.healthsensemedical.ca HOURS Mon - Fri 8:30am to 8:00pm Saturday 9:00am to 2:00pm LOOK FOR US ON Family Doctors · Walk-In Clinic Chiropractic · Pharmacy · Travel Clinic