Ohio Department of Education Teaching

The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching are the nation's highest honors for mathematics and science teachers. The program recognizes teachers for their contributions to instruction and learning and their ability to help students make progress in mathematics and science. Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science education.  Nominations are now open. Each year Ohio chooses up to three candidates as finalists for both mathematics and science. This year's awards are for secondary teachers, grades 7-12, if you know great math and science teachers nominate them to join this prestigious network of professionals. Nomination and Application Nominate outstanding secondary, grades7-12, mathematics and science teachers now for the 2013 awards. (Nominations for elementary school teachers, grades K-6, will be accepted next year.) To nominate or apply for the PAEMST Awards, visit the PAEMST website for complete details about the nomination guidelines, application process, and submission. The deadline for 2013 Nominations is April 1, 2013. The nomination form should be completed early enough to ensure that the nominated teacher is given enough time to thoroughly prepare an application and video that reflects exemplary teaching prior to the application deadline. Once nominated, teachers are requested to submit an application.  Teacher applications are due by May 1, 2013. Why Apply? In addition to recognizing outstanding teaching in mathematics or 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. Who is Eligible? Awards alternate annually between elementary and secondary teachers, as shown below:      Application Opens  Nomination Deadline  Application Deadline    Secondary Teachers   (7-12)  Fall 2012  04/01/2013  05/01/2013      Elementary Teachers     (K-6)  Fall 2013  04/01/2014  05/01/2014 Who is Eligible for the 2013 PAEMST? The following are eligibility criteria for nominations. They must: Teach mathematics or science at the 7-12th grade level in a public or private school. Hold at least a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Hold a valid teaching credential. Be a full-time employee of the school or school district as determined by state and district policies, and teach 7-12 students at least 50% of the time. Have at least 5 years of full-time, 7-12 mathematics or science teaching experience prior to the 2011-2012 academic school year. Teach in one of the 50 states or the four U.S. jurisdictions. The jurisdictions are Washington, DC; Puerto Rico; Department of Defense Education Activity schools; and the U.S. territories as a group (American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and the 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. PAEMST is open to outstanding mathematics and science teachers in all 50 states and the U.S. jurisdictions. In addition to honoring individual achievement, the goal of the award program is to exemplify the highest standards of mathematics and science teaching. Presidential awardees receive a: ·         Citation signed by the President of the United States; ·         Paid trip for two 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.     2012 Ohio PAEMST Finalists The five state finalists for the 2012 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching are: Dana Flowers, an elementary science teacher at Windermere Elementary, Upper Arlington Schools. Karen Grigsby, an elementary mathematics teacher at Finland Elementary, South-Western City Schools.                Natalie Harr, an elementary science teacher at Crestwood Primary School, Crestwood Schools. Annemarie Newhouse, an elementary mathematics teacher at Greenview Upper Elementary School, South Euclid Lyndhurst City Schools. Elizabeth Pitzer, an elementary mathematics at Arcanum-Butler Middle School, Arcanum Butler Local School District Past Ohio Awardees: 2011 Ohio Awardees Tami Fitzgerald, a high school science teacher at West Muskingum High School, West Muskingum Local School District. Carole Morbitzer, a high school mathematics teacher at Hamilton Township High School, Hamilton Local Schools District. 2010 Ohio Awardee Erin Renee King, a gifted science intervention specialist at Felicity Franklin Elementary and Middle School, Felicity Franklin School District. 2009 Ohio Awardees Rebecca Link, a middle school mathematics teacher with Fort Recovery Middle School, Fort Recovery Local Schools Sandee Coats-Haan, a high school science teacher at Lakota East High School, Lakota Local Schools 2008 Ohio Awardees Sharon Hall, a mathematics teacher at South Lebanon Elementary School, Kings Local School District. Sally Pellegrin, an elementary science teacher at Clara E. Westropp Elementary School, Cleveland Municipal Schools.   Contact Information Patty Griffin Patty.Griffin@education.ohio.gov (614) 995-3735