South Carolina Teachers Chosen As State Finalists for Presidential Teaching Award

“Students must have access to high quality learning opportunities every day in order to meet the Profile of the 21^st Century Graduate. Today’s world economy demands a high level of knowledge particularly in the areas of science, technology, and math. These teachers are providing their students with the high quality, rigorous instruction that will ensure their students are prepared for success after graduation,” said Spearman.

“I am so proud of what these seven teachers are accomplishing and I look forward to their leadership and insight being shared with their peers across our state, “concluded Spearman.

The South Carolina Department of Education works to recruit and select nominees for the PAEMST program—the highest recognition in the nation for a mathematics or science teacher. Each applicant must demonstrate a mastery of math or science (including computer science), appropriate use of instructional methods and strategies, lifelong learning, and leadership in education outside the classroom. Each candidate was also required to submit a 45-minute video lesson in support of their application. State finalists were selected by a review panel of their peers who reviewed each candidate’s content knowledge, effectiveness, achievement results, and professional involvement.

The next step for these seven finalists will be for a national committee of distinguished scientists, mathematicians, and educators to review their applications. The national panel will then recommend up to 108 teachers to receive PAEMST awards – up to two state finalists – mathematics or science – from each state. Teachers who are selected as PAEMST awardees receive a $10,000 award, a Presidential certificate and a trip to Washington, DC, for a series of recognition events, activities, and ceremonies.

South Carolina’s Math PAEMST Finalists - including their schools and districts:

Tami Broomall 

Anderson Mill Elementary

Spartanburg County School District Six

Tammy Renee Joiner

Little Mountain Elementary

School District of Newberry County

Kimberly Rothberg

Carolina Forest Elementary

Horry County Schools

Yvonne Strange

Chapin Intermediate School

School District Five of Lexington and Richland Counties

 

South Carolina’s Science PAEMST Finalists - including their schools and districts:

Sandra Bradshaw

Midway Elementary School of Science and Engineering

Anderson School District Five

Jeanne McKinney

Meadow Glen Elementary School

Lexington School District One

Marsha Neal

Hardeeville-Ridgeland Middle School

Jasper County School District.

 

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