The 2022-23 Colorado finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching are:

• Kimberly Becker - Centaurus High School, Boulder Valley School District
• Dr. Yajaira Fuentes - Tauber Rocky Mountain High School, Poudre School District
• Michael Rudolph - Heritage High School, Littleton School District

The PAEMST are the highest honors bestowed by the United States government specifically for K-12 science, technology, engineering and mathematics teaching.

For information about how to apply for the award, visit the PAEMST website.