TLDR: Zahra Razi, a math and computer science teacher at Wayne Ruble Middle School in Fontana Unified School District, has received two prestigious national awards: the ISTE+ASCD 20 to Watch Award and the Generation AI Luminary honor. She is the only educator in the U.S. this year to earn both recognitions for her significant contributions to transforming STEM and AI education.
Fontana, CA – Zahra Razi, a dedicated math and computer science teacher at Wayne Ruble Middle School within the Fontana Unified School District, has been bestowed with two highly esteemed national awards, recognizing her groundbreaking work in advancing STEM and Artificial Intelligence (AI) education. Razi’s exceptional efforts in creating innovative learning environments and deepening students’ comprehension of AI have earned her the International Society for Technology in Education and Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ISTE+ASCD) 20 to Watch Award, making her one of only 20 early-career educators globally to receive this honor. Concurrently, she was also named a Generation AI Luminary, an accolade given to just 10 educators nationwide for their leadership in promoting AI-powered instruction and the ethical integration of technology in classrooms. Notably, Zahra Razi stands as the sole educator in the entire country to be recognized with both prestigious awards this year.
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Her work is particularly lauded for its focus on enriching students’ understanding of Artificial Intelligence and fostering ethical technology use, directly contributing to the transformation of STEM education. Fontana Unified Superintendent Miki R. Inbody praised Razi’s impact, stating, “Zahra Razi’s passion, innovation, and unwavering commitment to student success continue to elevate Fontana Unified and inspire those around her. These well-deserved recognitions showcase the incredible impact she has made in the lives of our students and in shaping the future of STEAM education here in Fontana and across the state and country.” This dual recognition underscores Razi’s profound influence on shaping the future of education, particularly in the critical fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
