A class act: historian rewarded for his work
Teacher and Richmond Hill historian Carl Ballenas was recognized for his work in education, literacy, the arts and social reform Friday evening when he accepted the Friends of Richmond Hill 2009 Jacob Riis Award at a ceremony that took place at the Richmond Hill Library.
This isn’t the first time Ballenas, who has taught both history and science at the Immaculate Conception School in Jamaica Estates, has won a prestigious award. In addition to receiving numerous grants for projects, his academic awards record includes Who’s Who of American Teachers, White House Artisan, the NECA Distinguished Teacher Award and Siemen’s Science Teacher Initiative Award in partnership with the New York Hall of Science. He was also recognized by the History Channel with the 2007 Save Our History Teacher award.
But around town, Ballenas is best known for his dedication to preserving Richmond Hill’s rich history. He is the author of “Richmond Hill: A Children’s Tale and Coloring Book,” and has co-authored two works: “America: Richmond Hill” and “America: Maple Grove Cemetery.”
He is listed with the Queens Borough President’s Office as an official lecturer for Queens County and has served on the board of directors for the Richmond Hill Historical Society, the Central Queens Historical Society and Community Board 9.
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This isn’t the first time Ballenas, who has taught both history and science at the Immaculate Conception School in Jamaica Estates, has won a prestigious award. In addition to receiving numerous grants for projects, his academic awards record includes Who’s Who of American Teachers, White House Artisan, the NECA Distinguished Teacher Award and Siemen’s Science Teacher Initiative Award in partnership with the New York Hall of Science. He was also recognized by the History Channel with the 2007 Save Our History Teacher award.
But around town, Ballenas is best known for his dedication to preserving Richmond Hill’s rich history. He is the author of “Richmond Hill: A Children’s Tale and Coloring Book,” and has co-authored two works: “America: Richmond Hill” and “America: Maple Grove Cemetery.”
He is listed with the Queens Borough President’s Office as an official lecturer for Queens County and has served on the board of directors for the Richmond Hill Historical Society, the Central Queens Historical Society and Community Board 9.