Council Rock's, Vincent Sherpinsky, Named Axalta All-ProTeacher

Council Rock School District Business, Computers, and Information Technology (BCIT) Teacher and Axalta Cooperative Education Coordinator, Vincent Sherpinsky, was recently selected as a 2017 Axalta All-Pro Teacher recognizing outstanding 6th through 12th grade teachers in the tri-state area for their contribution to their students, school and community. This program is sponsored by the Philadelphia Eagles and Axalta Coating Systems to bring greater visibility to programs concentrating on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

The criteria for being selected as an Axalta All-Pro Teacher is three-fold:

· Educational Drive: Teacher demonstrates a commitment to seeing all students excel in the classroom and supports colleagues within the school system.

· Innovation in the Classroom: Teacher demonstrates innovative ways of inspiring students through incorporating technology in the classroom as part of the learning process.

· Community Ownership: Teacher engages students outside the classroom via after school programs, clubs, student government and/or athletics.

As well as his role as a BCIT Teacher and Cooperative Education Coordinator, Sherpinsky is the Advisor for the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Club, one of Pennsylvania’s largest and most successful FBLA chapters. Under Sherpinsky’s leadership, Council Rock has sent over a thousand students to regional, state, and national level competitions. Sherpinsky said, “This is a fantastic honor and it is a privilege to be recognized by the Axalta and the Philadelphia Eagles as a role model for students and for having a positive impact on STEM education.”

As one of only 10 Axalta All-Pro Teachers in the 2017 class, Sherpinsky has earned a $2,000 donation for Council Rock, which can be used for school supplies or extending and enhancing STEM programming.