South Wayne Junior High School

Alicia Harris, seventh-grade math teacher and team leader at South Wayne Junior High School in Indianapolis, is a former Title I teacher whose technology-integrated classroom is a model of innovative instruction and performance assessment. She motivates students to learn through hands-on activities ranging from a math-based Polaroid photo scavenger hunt to an annual "math-a-thon" to raise funds for a local childrenís hospital. Ms. Harris frequently shares her expertise on performance assessment with fellow educators and serves on the schoolís Strategic Planning Committee. As a Continuous School Improvement Committee leader, she assists the math department in identifying future math needs and ensures that the curriculum is properly aligned with state standards. An accomplished singer, Ms. Harris often performs the national anthem at Indiana Pacer games.