The Pennsylvania Earth Science Teachers Association (PAESTA) annually recognizes a dedicated Pennsylvania K-12 teacher who has made exemplary contributions to the field of Earth and Space Science education.  The award will be presented at the PAESTA Annual Conference, where the recipient will be awarded a plaque.  Please take time to nominate someone (or perhaps yourself) that has made a difference in any or all the following criteria.

• Demonstrated sustained excellence and exemplary Earth and Space Science teaching
• Effective use of Earth and Space Science printed and technological materials
• Presented and/or published in the field of Earth and Space Science
• Served as an advocate for Earth and Space Science teaching and learning beyond the classroom

Download the PAESTA Award for Teaching Excellence Form (Word .docx file) to help you prepare the materials required for the nomination.

Deadline to submit nomination:  September 17, 2013