Waterloo Schoolteacher Gets K-8 Conservation Teacher of the Year Honors

A Waterloo schoolteacher has been awarded the prestigious K-8 Conservation Teacher of the Year in 2023 by the Iowa Conservation Education Coalition (ICEC) and the Iowa Soil Conservation Awards Program. Stacey Snyder, who teaches at Orange Elementary and Central Middle School, is being recognized for her unwavering commitment to creating awareness of soil conservation and water quality in her classroom.  Snyder’s current participation in the Buffalo National Landmarks program for educators in Yellowstone National Park showcases her commitment to professional development and her willingness to go above and beyond to enhance her teaching practices.