Baldwin educator, Michelle Gambino, honored with STEM award

Michelle Gambino, a science teacher at Baldwin High School, was recently honored with the Long Island Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Educational Leadership Association’s STEM Star Award.

“The STEM Star Teacher Award was created to honor educators who serve as a guiding light for their students, and Ms. Michelle Gambino exemplifies that ideal,” Ferrigno wrote in a news release. “What truly sets her apart is her exceptional ability to engage students in thinking routines that foster deep, analytical thought and a genuine love of learning.”

LISTEMELA established the STEM Star Award to recognize educators who act as a “beacon of light” for students and who embody the organization’s mission to enhance science education across Long Island by fostering leadership and expanding equitable access to high-quality learning.

“We are incredibly proud to see Ms. Michelle Gambino honored for her significant contributions to our STEM curriculum and science programs,” Shari Camh, superintendent of schools said. “As an exemplary educator, her commitment and diligence toward innovation and all that affords her students and department are genuinely commendable.”

This marks the third year a Baldwin science teacher has received the honor.