Souris teacher applying for MVT prize
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This article was published 02/03/2021 (1772 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
Grade 5-6 educator Jonathan Filewich is trying to secure a $10,000 technology grant for Souris School by taking part in the National Hockey League’s Future Goals Most Valuable Teacher program.
Filewich is one of 20 teachers from across North America who is currently vying for the contest’s March prize, which is designed to support students in their pursuit of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education.
A winner will be determined based on whatever candidate receives the most votes from the public.
“I am honoured to be one of the finalists chosen for this recognition,” stated Filewich in a Monday news release from Brandon University. “I’m dedicated to teaching applications for STEM because I know that it not only impacts how healthy and productive students are during this time, but also their well-being and success far beyond the K-12 years.”
Outside of his passion for education, Filewich’s connection to this program runs a little bit deeper, since he actually played hockey professionally for over a decade (even getting drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2007).
Once his hockey career wrapped up, Filewich attended BU, where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in education and physical education studies, as well as a master’s degree in educational administration.
On top of pursuing a second M.Ed. in curriculum and pedagogy, Filewich stays connected to the local community by coaching minor hockey and taking part in Hockey Manitoba’s Breakfast Club program.
Before working at Souris School, he held teaching positions at Earl Oxford School and J.R. Reid School in Brandon.
Members of the Southwest Horizon School Division and beyond can vote for Filewich as Future Goals’ MVT for the month of March by visiting NHL.com/MVT.
If Filewich wins, he will also be in the running for Future Goals’ grand prize contest in May, which could net Southwest Horizon an additional $20,000.
The Future Goals program is a joint effort between the NHL and National Hockey League Players’ Association.
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