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Presidential Awards for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching
The PAEMST awards are the nation's highest honors for teachers of mathematics, science, computer science, engineering, technology applications, and math- or science-related career and technical education courses. Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science education. Since 1983, more than 4,200 teachers have been recognized for their contributions in the classroom and to their profession.
The 2023 competition is scheduled to open in August for teachers who teach math, science, computer science, or engineering in grades 7 - 12. In Texas, eligible teachers who submit a completed application by the deadline will earn 25 hours of CPE credit. For more information, teachers can visit www.paemst.org or email tx_paemst@tea.texas.gov.
The 2021-2022 review of applications for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) program is complete. This year’s cohort included teachers of kindergarten through grade 6 mathematics and science. Three finalists each in mathematics and science were chosen to represent Texas in the national review, from which one science and one mathematics teacher will be chosen as the 2021-2022 awardee.
Presidential awardees receive a citation signed by the president of the United States, a trip 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.
The three mathematics finalists for 2021-2022 are:
- Nicole Davis, 6th grade math and science teacher at Pioneer Crossing Elementary School in Manor, Texas
- Kate Duncan, 4th grade math teacher at Robert L. Puster Elementary School in Fairview, Texas
- Jessica Garza, 3rd grade bilingual math teacher at Williams Elementary School in Pasadena, Texas
Kristy Butler has been named the 2020 Texas PAEMST national awardee for mathematics.
 Kristy Butler
2020 Elementary Math Awardee
Northwest ISD
Trophy Club, TX
ESTAR/MSTAR Universal Screeners and Diagnostic Assessments
The Elementary Students in Texas: Algebra Ready and Middle School Students in Texas: Algebra Ready (ESTAR/MSTAR) Universal Screeners are part of a formative assessment system administered to students in grades 2-8 to support instructional decisions. The content of the screeners is based on algebra-readiness skills as identified in the Texas Response to Curriculum Focal Points. The results can help teachers identify if students are at-risk for algebra readiness.
The spring windows for ESTAR/MSTAR assessments are as follows:
Universal Screener Diagnostic Assessments
April 18 – May 20, 2022 April 25 – May 27, 2022
Online training courses for the ESTAR/MSTAR assessment system are available at texasmathsupportcenter.org/. For questions concerning ESTAR/MSTAR, please contact the help desk at mathtx@esc13.net or 1-855-462-8489.
Employment Opportunities in TEA’s Curriculum Division
The Texas Education Agency has positions available in the Curriculum Standards and Student Support Division.
- The Mathematics & Science Director provides statewide leadership for the K-12 mathematics and science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the Mathematics Achievement Academies. The Mathematics & Science director leads a team of content experts in providing clarification and guidance regarding the K-12 math and science TEKS, guides the development and implementation of the Mathematics Achievement Academies, provides management for the development of resources aligned to the math and science TEKS, including the TEKS Guide, and coordinates the alignment and interpretation of the math and science TEKS across TEA initiatives.
- The Elementary Mathematics and Science Content Specialist provides statewide leadership for the kindergarten–grade 5 mathematics and science Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS); reviews and develops resources aligned to the K-5 math and science TEKS, including the TEKS Guide and content for the Mathematics Achievement Academies; coordinates the implementation of mathematics, science, and general curriculum programs and legislation; and serves as a K–5 math and science content expert to support the alignment of the TEKS across multiple TEA initiatives.
The positions are currently posted on the TEA Employment Opportunities page. Interested and qualified candidates can apply for this position using the links above.
Please share this announcement with anyone you think may be qualified for and interested in these positions.
Math TEKS Review & Revision
The State Board of Education has scheduled the mathematics TEKS review and revision to begin in the 2022–2023 school year. As scheduled, these revised standards would be adopted in the 2023–2024 school year and implemented in the 2026–2027 school year. For updates, sign up for the mathematics bulletin. For questions, please email curriculum@tea.texas.gov.
Thank you for your commitment to serving Texas students.
Mathematics Team
Curriculum Standards and Student Support Division
curriculum@tea.texas.gov
(512) 463-9581
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