Chemistry of success

Alice Campbell Havre Daily News [email protected]@havredailynews.com

Carol Pleninger has had a lifelong interest in science and math. She became a high school chemistry teacher, and recently she was recognized for her excellence in teaching the subject she loves by earning a place a finalist for the Montana Teacher of the Year award. "It was a huge surprise," the 15-year teaching veteran said about being one of three finalists in the state competition. It was a humbling experience as well to be recognized by her fellow teachers, she said, when she received Havre Public Scho...