Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)
2024 PAEMST State Finalists
- Kim Newton, Spokane Public Schools
- Jenna Samora, Bellingham Public Schools
- Renae Skar, Hockinson SD
- Jennie Warmouth, Edmonds SD
Contact Information
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) is the highest recognition for a kindergarten through 12th-grade mathematics or science teacher in the United States.
On July 18, 2025 the National Science Foundation (NSF) announced that it will pause the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching program until further notice. For more information, please visit the NSF page for PAEMST.
Assistance for Nominees
Mentors who are former PAEMST recipients are assigned to nominees at their request. Nominees may work with their mentors as much or as little as they like. The National Science Foundation and OSPI also host applicant support webinars.