Meaghan Ferris is a dedicated science teacher at Meadow Park Middle School, where she inspires 7th and 8th grade students to see themselves as capable scientists, engineers, and problem-solvers. Passionate about equity and inclusion in STEM, she designs hands-on, inquiry-based projects that connect science to students’ identities, cultures, and communities—from building a native pollinator garden to leading authentic science fair research. A Society for Science Research Teacher & Advocate and recipient of multiple education grants, Ms. Ferris is committed to creating opportunities for all students to experience the joy of discovery and the power of their own ideas.