1. Do You Want to be Nominated to Win $10,000 ? Amy Burks Debbie Madjlesi MSTA Fall 2014

2. The Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)

3. The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the nation's highest honors for teachers of mathematics and science (including computer science). Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science education. Since 1983, more than 4,300 teachers have been recognized for their contributions in the classroom and to their profession.

4. NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN The 2015 Awards will honor mathematics and science (including computer science) teachers working in grades 7-12. Nominations close on April 1, 2015.

5. Nomination The deadline for nominations is April 1, 2015. The nomination form should be completed early enough to ensure that the nominated teacher is given enough time to thoroughly prepare an application that reflects exemplary teaching prior to the application deadline. Applications are due by May 1, 2015. Nominate outstanding secondary, grades 7-12 mathematics and science (including computer science) teachers now for the 2015 awards.

6. Who is Eligible for Nomination in 2015? The following are eligibility criteria for applicants. They must: Teach mathematics or science (including computer science) as part of their contracted teaching responsibilities at the 7-12th grade level in a public or private school. Hold at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Be a full-time employees of the school or school district as determined by state and district policies, with responsibilities for teaching students no less than 50% of the school's allotted instructional time.

7. Have at least five years of full-time employment as a K-12 teacher during which mathematics or science (including computer science) has been a part of the applicant's teaching duties prior to the 2014-2015 academic school year. Teach in one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Department of Defense Education Activity schools, or the U.S. territories as a group (American Samoa, Guam, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and U.S. Virgin Islands). Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Not have received the PAEMST award at the national level in any prior competition or category.

8. Nomination Anyone—principals, teachers, parents, students, or members of the general public—may nominate exceptional mathematics or science (including computer science) teachers teaching in grades 7-12 for the 2015 Award Year. To submit a nomination, the following information is required: Teacher's name E-mail address School contact information Nominations may be submitted for more than one teacher. Additionally, teachers may also nominate themselves. Nominations for teachers teaching in grades 7-12 will be accepted next year. Once a teacher is nominated, the teacher will receive an email invitation to continue the application process. The invitation will include login information for accessing the online application system.

9. Application The application consists of three components: Administrative, Narrative, and Video. The components allow the applicant to provide evidence of deep content knowledge and exemplary pedagogical skills that result in improved student learning. After eligibility is confirmed and technical specifications are met, each application will be evaluated using the following five Dimensions of Outstanding Teaching: Mastery of mathematics or science content appropriate for the grade level taught. Use of instructional methods and strategies that are appropriate for students in the class and that support student learning. Effective use of student assessments to evaluate, monitor, and improve student learning. Reflective practice and life-long learning to improve teaching and student learning. Leadership in education outside the classroom.

10. APPLICATIONS MAY BE COMPLETED ONLINE.

11. Selection - State Level At the State level, coordinators convene local selection committees, which include prominent mathematicians, scientists, mathematics/science educators, district level personnel, and classroom teachers. These committees select up to five finalists from each discipline (mathematics or science) for recognition at the state level. To ensure consistency across the country, all state selection committees will score their applications using the review criteria and scoring information presented in the 2014– 2015 Application Packet.2014– 2015 Application Packet.

12. Selection - National Level At the national level, NSF convenes a national selection committee composed of prominent mathematicians, scientists, mathematics/science educators, district level personnel, and classroom teachers that reviews the applications of the state finalists and recommends to NSF up to two finalists in mathematics or science (including computer science) from each state or jurisdiction. The Director of NSF then submits the recommendations to the Director of OSTP. All finalists will be subject to a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) background check.

13. Recognition PAEMST winners are announced and honored the year following the receipt of the application. Each awardee receives a certificate signed by the President of the United States and a $10,000 award from NSF. Awardees and their guests are honored during events that take place in Washington, DC. These events include an award ceremony, celebratory receptions, professional development programs, and discussions with policy-makers on how to improve mathematics and science (including computer science) education.

14. Recent Awardees The 2012 awardees gathered at the National Science Foundation (photo) 2012 PAEMST Awardees were honored during a week of Recognition Events held March 2-5, 2014. The week included a visit with President Obama, who expressed his appreciation for their outstanding achievements.

15. Amy Burks Corinth High School Corinth, Mississippi 2003 Award 7-12 Science

16. Debra Madjlesi Corinth High School Academic Performing Arts Center Corinth, Mississippi 2007 Award 7-12 Science

17. Why apply? Recipients of the award receive the following: A certificate signed by the President of the United States. A paid trip for two to Washington, D.C., to attend a series of recognition events and professional development opportunities. A $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation. In addition to recognizing outstanding teaching in mathematics or science (including computer science), the program provides teachers with an opportunity to build lasting partnerships with colleagues across the nation. This growing network of award- winning teachers serves as a vital resource for improving science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education and keeping America globally competitive.

18. www.paemst.org