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Nominate An Outstanding K-6 Mathematics or Science Teacher for the 2008
Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching
Program...

Online nominations are now open for the 2008 Presidential Awards for
Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching program, marking the 25th
anniversary of this award.

Administered by the National Science Foundation on behalf of the White
House, this is the highest honor in the Nation that teachers of mathematics
or science may receive for outstanding teaching in their respective fields.

Since 1983, more than 3,700 teachers from the 50 States and 4 U.S.
jurisdictions (American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern
Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands) have been selected to join the
dynamic network of Presidential Awardees. The network serves as a vital
resource for improving science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
education and helping to keep America globally competitive.

Visit www.paemst.org for eligibility requirements, nomination guidelines,
and application information. The deadline for nominations is March 1, 2008
Completed applications are due May 1, 2008.  This year, the call is for
elementary school teachers (kindergarten through sixth grade) to compete for
this prestigious award. Award recipients receive:

* A citation signed by the President of the United States

* A paid trip for two to Washington, DC, to attend a weeklong series of
recognition events and professional development opportunities

* A $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation

* Gifts from program sponsors from around the country

* The chance to build lasting partnerships with colleagues across the Nation

Nominate yourself. Nominate a colleague. Encourage others to nominate
outstanding teachers!

www.paemst.org

(Secondary school mathematics and science teachers (7th through 12th grade)
are eligible to apply in 2009.)

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