Congratulations 2026 Heller-Dabrowski Award Winner, Jeff Linhart

The Cleveland Section of the American Chemical Society annually sponsors an award to recognize an outstanding high school chemistry teacher in the Cleveland Section. The award is named for Irene Heller of North Olmsted High School and Betty Dabrowski of St. Magnificant in recognition of their contributions as outstanding high school chemistry teachers and their service to the Cleveland Section.

We are pleased to award Mr. Jeff Linhart this year’s Heller-Dabrowski Award. Mr. Linhart teaches Chemistry at Bay High School, his own alma mater. He is known for making chemistry feel real and accessible. He uses creative analogies to bring abstract concepts to life, designs assessments that build genuine scientific reasoning rather than rote memorization, and sets clear expectations that allow students to focus on learning. His calm, patient approach extends beyond the classroom, where he also coaches the Bay High School Soccer Team. Mr. Linhart was recognized at the Cleveland ACS’s annual Education Night meeting on April 22, 2026.