Application Resources

Check out the following resources for more information on the PAEMST application, including tips from past awardees.

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2024-2025 Application Packet
The application packet provides a detailed description of the PAEMST program, deadlines, application requirements, and FAQs. The application packet is subject to updates each application cycle.
Portable Document Format (569 KB)
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Application Guide
A shortened version of the PAEMST Application Packet, which outlines details about the program and application process.
Portable Document Format (2 MB)
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Applicant Eligibility Criteria
A one-page flyer outlining all of the eligibility requirements for PAEMST applicants.
Portable Document Format (1 MB)
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Applicant Webinar Slides
The slides used during the PAEMST Applicant webinar with details about the application process.
Portable Document Format (1 MB)
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Application FAQs
Frequently asked questions and answers regarding the PAEMST application process.
Portable Document Format (297 KB)
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Dimensions of Outstanding Teaching Template
This template outlines each of the narrative prompts for the Five Dimensions of Outstanding Teaching and provides space to draft responses.
Office Open XML Document (4 MB)
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Lesson Plan Template
A template for applicants to provide context for the lesson captured in the classroom video.
Office Open XML Document (2 MB)

Applicant Webinars

The PAEMST Team offers frequent webinars throughout the application cycle. Recordings of recent webinars can be found below.

PAEMST Applicant Webinar Recording
PAEMST Program Director, Alfred Hall, discusses the application process and answers questions from applicants.
video/mp4 (1 GB)
Classroom Video Webinar
A webinar focused on the video component of the application with alumni tips and Q&A
video/mp4 (1 GB)

View the full schedule of upcoming webinars here.

Have a question about the application? Contact the PAEMST Help Desk at paemst@nsf.gov or 1-833-673-3273.
Even more resources are available to PAEMST applicants.
Start an application or nominate a STEM teacher here.