The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the highest honors bestowed by the United States government specifically for K-12 mathematics and science (including computer science) teaching. Established by Congress in 1983, the PAEMST program authorizes the President to bestow up to 108 awards each year.
Awards are given to mathematics and science (including computer science) teachers from each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Department of Defense Education Activity schools, or the U.S. territories as a group (American Samoa, Guam, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and U.S. Virgin Islands).
The award recognizes those teachers who develop and implement a high-quality instructional program that is informed by content knowledge and enhances student learning. Since the program's inception, more than 4,400 teachers have been recognized for their contributions in the classroom and to their profession.
Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science (including computer science) education. The National Science Foundation administers PAEMST on behalf of The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.
Mrs. Walls graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2008. She received a Master of Arts in Education and an Education Specialist Degree, studying under Dr. Constance Kamii, professor of early childhood education at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Mrs. Walls has served as an exemplary fourth grade teacher in Trussville for the past six years. She will transition to TCS District Math Coach for the 16-17 school year. Mrs. Walls has been accepted to Auburn University this fall to begin work on her Ph.D.
Mrs. Walls Models Number Talks for Kindergarten Teachers during Summer Professional Learning
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