Berlin, MD, March 11, 2026 – Worcester County Public Schools (WCPS) is proud to announce that one of its health educators, Mrs. Mindy Bankert-Ouellet, has been named a MagicSchool AI Award Winner, recognizing her innovative use of artificial intelligence to support teaching and learning. Mrs. Bankert-Ouellet, an 18-year veteran of Worcester County Public Schools, is the Health Educator at Stephen Decatur Middle School.
The MagicSchool AI Award recognizes educators who demonstrate creativity, leadership, and meaningful impact through their use of the platform in their classrooms. Winners are selected for their ability to use AI tools to improve instruction, personalize learning for students, and share best practices with other educators.
Through her work in health education, this WCPS teacher has explored ways that AI can support instructional planning, create engaging learning materials, and help meet the diverse needs of students. Her recognition as a Magic School AI Award winner highlights the innovative work taking place within Worcester County classrooms and the district’s commitment to embracing emerging technologies that enhance teaching and learning.
“We are incredibly proud of the innovative work happening in our classrooms,” said WCPS Instructional Technology Coach Caleb Wilson. “This recognition reflects the creativity and dedication of our educators as they explore new tools to support student success.”
Worcester County Public Schools continues to encourage responsible and thoughtful integration of technology in the classroom, ensuring that students benefit from engaging, modern learning experiences while building the skills they need for the future.
MagicSchool is a leading artificial intelligence platform designed specifically for educators. The platform provides tools that help teachers save time, enhance lesson planning, differentiate instruction, generate assessments, and support student engagement while maintaining a focus on responsible and ethical use of AI in education. Used by educators across the country, MagicSchool empowers teachers to spend less time on administrative tasks and more time supporting students.
