The Wyoming State Board of Education (SBE) recently met to recognize Wyoming teachers who received Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST), including two Fremont County educators: Rachel Peters from Lander Valley High School and Claudia Troxel from Lander Valley High School and Central Wyoming Community College (Lander Branch).
Peters was recognized for her work in mathematics (grades 7–12), while Troxel was recognized for her work in science.
Wade Kinsey of Woodland Park Elementary School in Sheridan and Emmy Hergert of Thermopolis Middle School were among the Wyoming educators honored for their contributions to mathematics education.
Andrea Hayden at Spring Creek Elementary School in Laramie for K-6 and Charity Penn at Douglas Middle School were both recognized for their achievements in science.
According to the SEB release, the board congratulated the PAEMST recipients and expressed gratitude for their leadership and service to Wyoming students.
“The state board of education was honored to spend time with these exceptional educators. Dr. Mark Mathern, SBE Chairman, stated that their emphasis on student-driven learning, cultivating curiosity, and engaging in collegial conversation demonstrate their excellence in the teaching profession.
The PAEMST, established by Congress in 1983, is the highest national recognition that a K-12 mathematics or science teacher can receive for their contributions to excellence in teaching and learning.
The program allows the President to present 110 individual awards each year.
