Deborah Huffine,

Core Faculty,
Department of Professional Educational Studies

Debbie Huffine is joining the ACE community as the Adjunct Professor of STEM Education.  Debbie was a recent Ed.S. graduate from ACE in July 2019.  Currently, she is teaching middle school engineering to 7th and 8th graders and also sponsors the school’s robotics team.   During her career, Debbie has taught 3rd, 5th, and 6th grade and has been a district instructional coach.   Debbie is passionate about ensuring all students have a positive experience in STEM education, and as the Science Vertical Team Leader for her building has made great strides in helping her building become known as a STEM school.  In the past four years Debbie has been awarded Teacher of the Year in 2014, Indiana Teacher Treasure Teacher of the Year 2015, Fishman Honor Role 2016, and was selected to be a Lily Fellow in 2018.  Debbie is eager to get started at ACE and feels fortunate to have the opportunity to serve the school she had such an incredible experience attending. 

Education

  • Degree in Educational Leadership/ STEM Education
    American College of Education
  • Master's in School Leadership/ Curriculum and Instruction
    Indiana Wesleyan University
  • Bachelor's in Elementary Education
    Taylor University

Research Interests

STEM Education inpact on Student Achievement

Robotics impact on student career choices in urban schools

Program Affiliations

M.Ed. in STEM Education Master of Education

This program will help you empower students to think like scientists. It was designed in conjunction with The National Institute for STEM Education (NISE) and Accelerate Learning and offers a holistic overview of historical and current issues impacting integrated science education while cultivating research-based strategies to improve student learning.

25

Semester Credits

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M.Ed. in STEM Education for graduates of the M.Ed. in Integrated Curriculum Master of Education

22

Semester Credits

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M.A. in Elementary Teaching Master of Arts

The Master of Arts in Elementary Teaching degree is designed for those who want to be elementary teachers but have bachelor’s degrees in non-education fields. By building a solid foundation in elementary education, you’ll earn a master’s degree and be prepared for a career of working with young learners.

34

Semester Credits

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Certificate in Essential Employability Skills Certificate

The Certificate in Essential Employability Skills is designed to help students build the skills necessary for success in the workplace. No matter the field or career, the professional, personal and teamwork skills covered in this program are applicable and highly valued in just about any workplace.

18

Semester Credits

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Certificate in Transition to Teaching in Elementary Education Certificate

This program is designed for those who want to be elementary teachers but have bachelor’s degrees in non-education fields. By building a solid foundation in elementary education, it will prepare you for a career of working with young learners.

24

Semester Credits

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