06/12/2025
We are incredibly proud to share that our very own resident, Dr. David Beatty—known as Dr. Dave—has been honored with the Community Partner of the Year Award from Bellingham Public Schools! At 89 years young, Dr. Dave continues to inspire students across Bellingham with his lifelong passion for ocean science and salmon education. A retired professor from the University of Alberta, he has dedicated decades to supporting hands-on learning in classrooms through his work with Salmon in the Classroom Bellingham, the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA). Thanks to his efforts, every elementary school in Bellingham Public Schools now has a salmon tank, giving students a chance to learn about biology, environmental stewardship, and the salmon life cycle in a meaningful, hands-on way. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Beatty on this well-deserved recognition, we are so lucky to have you at The Willows! 👏