E.O. Smith Hall of Fame, 2015 Inductee
Beth Harper Larkins-Strathy - Class of 1970
Inspired by her father, a plant science professor at UCONN, her mom, a creative art teacher/artist and her teachers at E. O. Smith High School, Beth discovered her own passion and joy in the field of education. She has been recognized as an outstanding and innovative educator with teaching and administrative experience on the elementary, middle and collegiate levels. She is the recipient of many prestigious education awards such as Region 15 Teacher of the Year, Connecticut State Teacher of the Year Finalist and Celebration of Excellence four time winner. She is a published author of numerous books and articles such as, A Teacher’s Guide to Performance Based Learning and Assessment and The Election in Your Classroom: Election Connections for Critical Thinking. In addition, she has presented at over 200 state and national conferences. Beth devotes her skills, time and spirit to improving public education and advocating for students. As the Associate Dean of the School of Education at Quinnipiac University, Beth continues to promote academic excellence, ensuring that future generations enjoy high-quality teachers as well.
Inspired by her father, a plant science professor at UCONN, her mom, a creative art teacher/artist and her teachers at E. O. Smith High School, Beth discovered her own passion and joy in the field of education. She has been recognized as an outstanding and innovative educator with teaching and administrative experience on the elementary, middle and collegiate levels. She is the recipient of many prestigious education awards such as Region 15 Teacher of the Year, Connecticut State Teacher of the Year Finalist and Celebration of Excellence four time winner. She is a published author of numerous books and articles such as, A Teacher’s Guide to Performance Based Learning and Assessment and The Election in Your Classroom: Election Connections for Critical Thinking. In addition, she has presented at over 200 state and national conferences. Beth devotes her skills, time and spirit to improving public education and advocating for students. As the Associate Dean of the School of Education at Quinnipiac University, Beth continues to promote academic excellence, ensuring that future generations enjoy high-quality teachers as well.
