Three Educators Chosen as Michigan's Finalists for 2009 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
Contact:
Martin Ackley, Director of Communications 517-241-4395
Agency:
Education
July 31, 2009
LANSING - Three Michigan mathematics and science educators have been chosen as state-level finalists for the 2009 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST).
"Excelling in college and today's economy requires strong math and science skills," said State Board of Education President Kathleen N. Straus. "These teachers, and their outstanding colleagues, are helping ensure that every Michigan student graduates prepared for success in college and the workplace."
A national selection panel of distinguished scientists, mathematicians, educators, administrators, and past awardees reviews the applications of the state-level finalists and makes recommendations to the National Science Foundation, which in turn forwards them to the White House. The President of the United States will announce the 2009 awardees in spring 2010.
"These educators use innovative and interactive teaching methods that reach their students and engage them in learning," said state Superintendent of Public Instruction Mike Flanagan. "All teachers can get students learning at high levels and meeting Michigan's rigorous standards by finding ways to reach every student."
Michigan's nominees for this 2009 national award include: Science Nate Childers Hart Middle School Rochester Community Schools
Mathematics Kelly O'Melia Clarkston High School Clarkston Community Schools
Renee Yake Iron Mountain High School Iron Mountain School District
The PAEMST program, established in 1983 by the White House, is sponsored by the National Science Foundation. Nominees are eligible if they are highly qualified teachers; work full-time in public or private schools; and have at least five years of mathematics or science teaching experience prior to the application.
Recognition for Presidential Awardees includes a special citation signed by the President; a $10,000 honorarium from the National Science Foundation and gifts from a broad range of donors; and a paid trip for two to Washington, D.C. to attend special recognition events and meet with leaders in government and education, and attend professional development programs.
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