Gulfport teacher among 6 Mississippi educators to earn national recognition
Treasure Lynch
Six Mississippi teachers, including one from Gulfport High School, have been named 2021 state-level finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The PAEMST Program is the nation’s highest honor for teachers of mathematics and science (including computer science).
Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science education.
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“Mississippi’s PAEMST state-level finalists are committed to excellence and are leaders among their colleagues,” said Dr. Carey Wright, state superintendent of education. “I congratulate them as they vie for the highest honor in their profession.”
The University of Missouri’s College of Education received a $1 million gift during National Teacher Appreciation Week to support elementary education students.
At a ceremony on Thursday, it was announced that the gift from MU alumnus Gary J. Coles and Patricia McIntosh Coles will create scholarships for students studying early childhood education or elementary education. Students will have to show financial need to qualify.
Shelby Johnson is the first recipient of the Dr. Patricia McIntosh Coles and Dr. Gary J. Coles 1981 Scholarship in Elementary Education award and spoke at the ceremony.
The MU junior said she feels honored to receive the award as it aids her in pursuing her dream career in elementary education.
The University of Missouri’s College of Education received a $1 million gift during National Teacher Appreciation Week to support elementary education students.
At a ceremony on Thursday, it was announced that the gift from MU alumnus Gary J. Coles and Patricia McIntosh Coles will create scholarships for students studying early childhood education or elementary education. Students will have to show financial need to qualify.
Shelby Johnson is the first recipient of the Dr. Patricia McIntosh Coles and Dr. Gary J. Coles 1981 Scholarship in Elementary Education award and spoke at the ceremony.
The MU junior said she feels honored to receive the award as it aids her in pursuing her dream career in elementary education.