It is a tremendous honor and privilege to receive the Presidential Award. This award is recognition of the time, commitment, and dedication I have for the teaching profession. However, it is also recognition of the support of my family, students, colleagues, administrators, and mentors who have inspired and helped me grow throughout my teaching career. I look forward to more opportunities for learning and growing as a mathematics educator in the years to come.

Sarah Remery Archdale, NC | K-6, Mathematics, 2020

The official biography below was current at the time of the award.

Sarah Remery is entering her 10th year as an educator in the North Carolina School System. She is currently a fourth grade teacher at Trindale Elementary School in the Randolph County School System, where she has spent the past five years. The first four years of her teaching career were at Liberty Drive Elementary School. When teaching mathematics, Sarah engages students in rigorous discussions as they unpack concepts and misconceptions from each lesson. She focuses on high-level questions and utilizes manipulatives, models, and technology tools to deepen her students' mathematical understanding. Sarah’s classroom is centered around growth mindset and high expectations for students. She provides differentiated instruction for all students, particularly for ones who are not proficient with critical mathematics skills. She utilizes formative assessments to identify her students’ understandings and helps them communicate their learning progress through data analysis. Her students develop skills to lead their own conferences with their families twice a year. This academic practice has been implemented schoolwide. Sarah is an active member of her school’s Leadership Team and has worked with her school and district on curriculum development. She served as a teacher leader on the state Fourth Grade Tools for Teachers Team to develop curriculum and resources for the mathematics standards. She acted as a teacher advisor for North Carolina Department of Public Instruction on the Standard Setting Review Committee for Mathematics. Sarah is a passionate mentor for education students who attend the University of North Carolina Greensboro. Sarah earned a B.S. in elementary and special education from Mercer University. She is certified in elementary and special education.

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