Mike Fuerte, a 5th Grade Teacher at St. Louise School, has been as the recipient of the America Chemical Society’s Salute to Excellence Award.

The award cited his passion in “sharing the excitement of chemistry and inspiring future scientists through his dedication and commitment by motivating students to inquire and learn.”

The award included a financial gift to further the science program at St. Louise. St. Louise is a Roman-Catholic private school located in the Crossroads area of Bellevue.