Philly biology teacher named All-Pro Teacher of the Year

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A biology teacher at Imhotep Institute Charter High School in the Germantown section of Philadelphia received a big honor Friday morning.

Shirley Posey-Jackson, who is trained in neuroscience, was named this year's All-Pro Teacher of the Year.

She is known for her STEM expertise.

Axalta Coating Systems and the Eagles presented the prize money at a pep rally.

The check Posey-Jackson received from the companies will be invested into more STEM programming at the school.

Swoop and the Eagles cheerleaders were on hand to celebrate.

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