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2023-2024 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) for K-6

Recognizing exceptional educators since 1983, the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (click here to review PAEMST Program) is the highest honors bestowed by the White House for K-12 STEM teaching. Celebrate a deserving teacher in your community by nominating them for a Presidential Award.  Awards are given to science, technology (including computer science), engineering, and mathematics teachers from each of the 50 states.  Questions can be directed to the RI PAEMST Coordinator, Erin Escher.

David Upegui (2017 | Science | Rhode Island) receiving his Presidential Award at the awards ceremony in Washington, D.C.

*********************************************************************************RI STEAM Educator Awards (3 awardees)

The Rhode Island STEAM Center and the Rhode Island Department of Education invite nominations for the 2023 Rhode Island STEAM Educator Awards. During RI STEAM Month in November, we will recognize one elementary (grades PK-5) educator, one middle school (grades 6-8) educator, and one high school (grades 9-12) educator who have demonstrated success in designing and facilitating student-centered Integrated STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts+design, Mathematics) learning that engages the next generation of innovative thinkers.  Each awardee will receive a classroom award of $1000 and a personal award of $500 from the RI STEAM Center, funded by RI Energy.

Completed applications are due by Friday, October 27, 2023. More details can be found at the RIDE STEM page and the Online Application can be accessed at this link.  Reach out to Carolyn Higgins for more information.

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