Arlington Tech’s Gerri Maskelony Receives Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching

On Monday, January 13, President Biden announced 336 teachers and mentors from around the nation as recipients of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) and the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM). These awards honor the vital role that America’s teachers and mentors play in shaping the next generation of technical leaders, including scientists, engineers, explorers, and innovators.Nominees complete a rigorous application process to demonstrate deep content knowledge and an ability to adapt to a broad range of learners and teaching environments, and a  panel of distinguished mathematicians, scientists, and educators at the state and national levels assess nominations before recommending awardees to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). Teachers are selected based on their distinction in the classroom and dedication to improving STEM education.  Geraldine Maskelony teachers DE Statistics, DE Quantitative Analysis, and DE Music Appreciation at Arlington Tech.  We are very proud to have Ms. Maskelony on the Arlington Tech faculty and are thrilled that the White House recognizes her as an outstanding educator.