CCSD Educator Named 2022 PAEMST Recipient
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Good things come to those who wait...and wait she did!
Back in 2022, CCSD educator Kristin Hanley was named a New York State finalist for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). PAEMST is the highest — and most prestigious — honor bestowed upon K-12 teachers of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by the United States government. After completing a rigorous application process, up to 110 individuals from across the country each year may be recognized for their outstanding passion, dedication and impact in the classroom. We are proud to announce that Kristin was among the 98 awardees recently selected for the 2022 cohort — representing the very best in STEM education!
Although this is Kristin's — an elementary math specialist at Lakewood and Department chair in CCSD — achievement, she is sharing it entirely with those who matter most. "This award is a recognition of educators and, more importantly, an investment in children who are our most valuable resource," she said. "As a public educator, I am dedicated to providing them with the best resources, practices and opportunities to succeed. My focus will remain on placing students at the center of everything I do, ultimately helping them see mathematics and STEM as crucial pathways to their futures."
While Kristin continues to invest in the District, PAEMST is reinvesting in her. Among the many benefits that honorees receive is a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation. "Awardees typically use this money to further their professional development often by attending conferences," she said. "I am actively engaged in the mathematics community through regular attendance at local and state conferences as well as at the national level, the latter of which come with significant expenses. The financial support from this award would greatly assist in offsetting the costs associated with participating in these valuable sessions."
Not only will Kristin be honored during an upcoming Clarkstown Central School District Board of Education meeting, she will also travel to Washington, D.C. to join fellow winners for a special recognition event. "I had the privilege throughout this process of forming meaningful connections with many people, including other finalists," she said. "These relationships have renewed my commitment to the work and reaffirmed my belief that we are stronger together. We will leverage this recognition to continue to advocate for better STEM education within our schools and communities."
Congratulations, Kristin!