Who Is Jason Lindsey?
Jason Lindsey is an award-winning science
educator and author. Jason studied science and
journalism at Western Kentucky University,
where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree.
At WKU, Jason focused on general science
with an emphasis in meteorology and
climatology. Jason has worked diligently for
more than 10 years to take science beyond
the classroom window. Each year he performs
hands-on science experiments at hundreds
of schools and community events throughout
the United States. His hands-on, kid-friendly,
science classes are offered throughout the
year and have helped hook thousands of kids
on science.
Jason previously worked as a chief meteorologist, backpack journalist, science reporter,
and webmaster at WKAG-TV, WBKO-TV, KGWN-TV, and KFVS-TV. Jason now
produces and hosts a hands-on science segment, which airs on television stations across
the nation. Jason is a working STEM professional. When Jason is not in the classroom
getting kids “Hooked on Science,” you’ll discover him providing forecasts as a freelance
meteorologist for television stations across the nation.
Jason has earned many awards for his science efforts.
Jason is actively involved in bringing more science to America. October 3rd has been
proclaimed "Science Day" by city, county, and state leaders throughout the nation. On
Friday, September 29th, 2006 Congresswoman Jo Ann Emerson made a speech on the
floor of the U.S. House of Representatives recognizing "Science Day." Emerson
highlighted the importance of science and commended Jason for promoting science.
Emerson's remarks were recorded and published in the Congressional Record.
On October 3, 2007 Jason organized "Science Day." At Science Day 2007 folks from
across southeast Missouri launched more than 1000 "Mentos and soda fountains"
breaking the previous record of more than 800 launched in the Netherlands.
In 2009, Business Today, a magazine published by Rust
Communications featured Jason as one of 40 professionals
under age 40. The feature, called 40 Under 40, introduces
readers to the present and future leaders of the local business
community.
Jason's book, Beyond the Science Lab - A Celebration of God
and Science, uses hands-on science to teach God's word and
encourages kids to connect with their creator through the wonders
of science.
Jason is a member of the National Weather Association, the
National Science Teachers Association, and Science Teachers of
Missouri.
Jason is married to Lena Lindsey. They keep busy with their four kids Conner, Ethan
Brynna, and Madigan.
Jason Lindsey is an award-winning science
educator and author. Jason studied science and
journalism at Western Kentucky University,
where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree.
At WKU, Jason focused on general science
with an emphasis in meteorology and
climatology. Jason has worked diligently for
more than 10 years to take science beyond
the classroom window. Each year he performs
hands-on science experiments at hundreds
of schools and community events throughout
the United States. His hands-on, kid-friendly,
science classes are offered throughout the
year and have helped hook thousands of kids
on science.
Jason previously worked as a chief meteorologist, backpack journalist, science reporter,
and webmaster at WKAG-TV, WBKO-TV, KGWN-TV, and KFVS-TV. Jason now
produces and hosts a hands-on science segment, which airs on television stations across
the nation. Jason is a working STEM professional. When Jason is not in the classroom
getting kids “Hooked on Science,” you’ll discover him providing forecasts as a freelance
meteorologist for television stations across the nation.
Jason has earned many awards for his science efforts.
- 2012 - Best Education Mobile Website - "www.hookedonscience.org"
- 2011 - Best Online Content - "www.hookedonscience.org"
- 2010 - Best Children's Programming - "Hooked on Science"
- 2010 - Best Online Content - "www.hookedonscience.org"
- 2009 - Best Television Feature - "Hooked on Science"
- 2008 - Best Newspaper Feature - "Hooked on Science" and Best Television
Feature - "Hooked on Science" - 2007 - Best General Coverage - "Science Day 2006" and Best Television Feature
"Heartland Science Lab" - 2007 - Best Community Service Activity - "Science Day 2006"
Jason is actively involved in bringing more science to America. October 3rd has been
proclaimed "Science Day" by city, county, and state leaders throughout the nation. On
Friday, September 29th, 2006 Congresswoman Jo Ann Emerson made a speech on the
floor of the U.S. House of Representatives recognizing "Science Day." Emerson
highlighted the importance of science and commended Jason for promoting science.
Emerson's remarks were recorded and published in the Congressional Record.
On October 3, 2007 Jason organized "Science Day." At Science Day 2007 folks from
across southeast Missouri launched more than 1000 "Mentos and soda fountains"
breaking the previous record of more than 800 launched in the Netherlands.
In 2009, Business Today, a magazine published by Rust
Communications featured Jason as one of 40 professionals
under age 40. The feature, called 40 Under 40, introduces
readers to the present and future leaders of the local business
community.
Jason's book, Beyond the Science Lab - A Celebration of God
and Science, uses hands-on science to teach God's word and
encourages kids to connect with their creator through the wonders
of science.
Jason is a member of the National Weather Association, the
National Science Teachers Association, and Science Teachers of
Missouri.
Jason is married to Lena Lindsey. They keep busy with their four kids Conner, Ethan
Brynna, and Madigan.
