Awards

Dr. Colyer is an enthusiastic interdisciplinary educator committed to applying research-based methods for sustained school improvement and student achievement. She currently teaches High School Science at the Mississippi School of the Arts and has taught various subjects, such as Chemistry, Earth & Space Science, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Zoology, and Botany. She was named the Rankin County School District New Teacher of the Year at the Learning Center for 2020-2021.   

Dr. Colyer uses active learning strategies, such as game-based learning, discussion, reflection, scavenger hunts, and other hands-on activities in her classroom. She incorporates the use of technology and traditional methods, such as handouts and notebooks. She states, “Through hands-on activities and experiences in my classroom, students learn more about science and the world around them. Learning precedes innovation and the goal of innovation is to bring about new ideas, methods, products, services, or solutions that have a significant positive impact and value. This is the ultimate goal of my teaching philosophy and practices: that the next generation of leaders learn and innovate to benefit our planet.”