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  Nominate a colleague for the PAEMST by Jan. 7

Do you know an exemplary math or science teacher working with students in grades K-6? Nominate them for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. These awards are the highest honors bestowed by the United States government specifically for science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science teaching.

Anyone—principals, teachers, parents, students, or members of the general public—may nominate a teacher by completing the nomination form available on the PAEMST website. To submit a nomination, you will need the teacher’s name, email address, and school contact information. If you know more than one teacher deserving of this award, you may submit more than one nomination. Teachers may also apply directly at www.paemst.org.

Since 1983, more than 5,000 teachers have been recognized for their contributions to STEM education. Awardees serve as models to their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of STEM education. Up to 108 awardees may be recognized each year.

The PAEMST program is open to outstanding STEM teachers in the 50 states; Washington, D.C.; the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico; Department of Defense Education Activity schools; and the U.S. Territories as a group.

Presidential Awardees receive a certificate signed by the President of the United States; a trip to Washington, D.C., to attend a series of recognition events and professional development opportunities; and a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation. They also join a network of award-winning teachers from across the country. The National Science Foundation administers PAEMST on behalf of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.

The nomination deadline is Jan. 7, 2022, and the application deadline is Feb. 6, 2022, for elementary grades (K-6). Secondary grades (7-12) will be eligible to apply during a future cycle.

Use this flyer to promote the PAEMST in your school.

Other than the above, why would a nominee want to complete the application process?

Forty-five continuing education contact hours from the South Dakota Department of Education can also be earned toward certificate renewal by completing the application process. To be eligible, a PAEMST candidate must complete all components of the application process and submit a scorable application that can be sent on to the state selection committee. All applicants submitting a scorable application will earn credit, not just the state finalists whose materials will be sent on to a national selection panel.

Questions? Please contact:

Allen Hogie
SD PAEMST Mathematics Coordinator
Allen.Hogie@k12.sd.us
605-553-8095

Jennifer Fowler
SD PAEMST Science Coordinator
Jennifer.Fowler@k12.sd.us
605-431-5438

 
 
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