The below announcement is from Salem State University Alumni Association:
SALEM, MA — Stephanie Morey-Barry (Class of 2012), of Wilmington, has been chosen as the 2019 Rising Star, presented by the Friends of the School of Education at Salem State University and the Salem State University Alumni Association, for her committed work teaching music and theatrical production.
The Rising Star Award is given out to educators who show that they are making a significant contribution to their school organization within the first 10 years of their professional career.
Currently teaching at Real School of Music in Andover, Morey-Barry is also an adjunct professor at Northpoint Bible College and directs theatrical productions for all ages at Trinity Evangelical Church, which she attends.
With all the different places that she is passing on her knowledge, it is clear how her work is already making an impact on those around her.
“I wish I could express fully how much of an impact Stephanie has made on so many children at only 27,” said her nominator, Julia Toomey, late saying “Stephanie has already made a name for herself as a performing arts educator with excellence.”
Toomey describes Morey-Barry as a teacher who not only offers knowledge on signing and performance, but also takes a personal interest in each and every one of her students.
“She cares about their feelings and loves them for who they are. So many students leave her voice lessons feeling like stronger and more confident individuals,” said Toomey.
Through a method of helping students grow while learning, Morey-Barry ensures that each student will be the best that they can be. This year, one of her students made it into the All-State Chorus.
Morey-Barry was recognized as part of the Northeast Regional Educators Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the Hawthorne Hotel in Salem on Thursday, November 14.
Established in 2013, the mission of Salem State University Northeast Regional Educators Hall of Fame is to honor and recognize exemplary leaders, past and present, in the field of education for their dedication, contributions and service to their profession. This program serves as a record of inspiration for the next generation of educators.
Salem State University, established in 1854, is a comprehensive, public institution in higher learning located approximately 15 miles north of Boston. One of the largest state universities in the Commonwealth, Salem State enrolls more than 7,500 undergraduate and graduate students.
It offers 32 undergraduate programs and graduate programs that offer degrees in 24 fields. The university also has a continuing education division that offers both credit and non-credit programs. Known for the academic strength of its faculty, Salem State was named a Top Producer of U.S. Fulbright Scholars in 2011 and for the 2016-2017 academic year.
The university is a designated a Top College and University by Military Advanced Education and a Best for Vets College by Military Times. Salem State proudly participates in the National Study of Learning, Voting, and Engagement and has shown a student voting rate well above the national average, earning the university a silver seal from the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge.
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