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Teacher Named State Finalist in Presidential Award Program

Center for Creative Learning teacher Nancy McClintock has been selected as a state-level finalist for the 2012 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) Program. McClintock is one of only three teachers in the state selected as a finalist for this award which recognizes K-6 grade teachers of science in Missouri.

“Nancy is a dedicated educator and we are proud she is being considered for this award,” said Dr. Karen Hargadine, executive director of elementary education. “Her teaching strategies foster a love of science and math, allowing students to excel in both subjects."

A committee reporting to the National Science Foundation will select one teacher to receive the state Presidential Award. The state winner will receive $10,000 and an all-expense-paid trip for two to Washington, D.C., where Presidential Awardees will be honored at a variety of recognition events.

McClintock and the other state-level finalists will be honored at the 2013 Interface Professional Development Event on Feb. 21-23.

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Madison

7/11/2012 5:49 PM

She was a really great CCL teacher! I learned so much from her. Her classroom was fun, and think she deserves it!

Vicki Voss

7/10/2012 4:42 PM

Congratulations, Nancy! You're one of the very best teachers my kids had at CCL! They learned a lifetime of knowledge in your class! Thank you for sharing your passion with them!

Mel Caruso

7/7/2012 2:04 PM

Congrats! This is well deserved recognition for a master teacher that not only educates her students but inspires them to do more! Macie and I could not be more thrilled to see you honored in this way. Thanks for all that you do everyday in your classroom.

Art Schneiderheinze

7/2/2012 8:10 PM

Congratulations, Nancy! Although it's been awhile since I had the opportunity to work with you at the Center for Creative Learning, I remember that you were always doing awesome things for our ours students, especially in science! Best of luck!!!

Lynn Blosser

7/1/2012 11:13 PM

Congratulations Nancy on this honor and achievement! You work so hard to provide real-life, hands on science opportunities for our young learners! You also model what it means to take care of our environment and Earth! Good Luck!

Sharon King

6/30/2012 12:55 PM

Congratulations Mrs. McClintock, this is definitely most deserved. You are a wonderful teacher choosing excellent subjects - you certainly deserve the recognition. Our family is very pleased for you.

Shelley Smith

6/27/2012 10:44 PM

Congratulations Nancy! You consistently model a contagious excitement for learning about and caring for our environment. You continue to "hook" students on science!

Katy Schubert

6/27/2012 9:00 AM

What a wonderful accomplishment! Congratulations Nancy!

Susan Richmond

6/27/2012 7:51 AM

Way to Go! Nancy We are very proud of you. You model character, hard work and dedication for your students and RSD! Susan

Teacher Nancy McClintock has been selected as a state-level finalist for the 2012 Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) Program.