[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 137 (Monday, September 12, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1250]
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RECOGNIZING MRS. LAUREN BAUCOM FOR BEING SELECTED AS A RECIPIENT OF THE 
 PRESIDENTIAL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE TEACHING

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 12, 2016

  Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mrs. Lauren Baucom, a 
mathematics teacher at Forest Hills High School in Marsheville, NC, who 
was recently recognized as a recipient of the Presidential Award for 
Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). This 
distinction celebrates teachers from across the country who are leaders 
in the fields of science and mathematics and promote innovation in the 
classroom.
  Each year a panel of distinguished scientists, mathematicians, and 
educators review nominees and select PAEMST award recipients who 
challenge their students to equip them with critical thinking and 
problem solving skills. This year, 213 educators were selected 
representing all 50 states, grades K-12. Upon receipt of the award, 
each teacher will be given a $10,000 award from the National Science 
Foundation to be used at their discretion.
  Mrs. Baucom is a shining example of a leader in the classroom who 
values the personal development of each one of her students. Her 
efforts include not only helping her students master the material but 
also assisting in their personal development. Mrs. Baucom encourages 
students to take the lessons they experience in the classroom and apply 
them to real life issues in an effort to impact the world.
  When Mrs. Baucom is not in the classroom, she spends time investing 
in her colleagues and serving as a mentor for fellow educators. As the 
Instructional Support Coordinator at Forest Hills High School, she 
leads fellow teachers in rigorous professional development courses 
showcasing her pursuit of lifelong learning. As one of two award 
recipients in the state of North Carolina, she joins an elite group of 
educators who are on the cutting edge of classroom innovation. Our 
community is fortunate to have Mrs. Baucom dedicate her time and 
talents to educating our students.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me today in congratulating Mrs. Lauren 
Baucom for receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in 
Mathematics and Science Teaching and wish her well as she continues to 
make a positive difference in the lives of her students.

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