Oakesdale alumni named Presidential Awardee by White House

In October 2019, the White House named Justine Hurley, daughter of Mike and Debra Hurley and a teacher in White Sulphur Springs, Mont., the recipient of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.

Hurley is a former 2001 graduate of Oakesdale High School and received her bachelor's degree in education from Eastern Washington University, as well as a Masters of Science in Curriculum and Instruction from Western Governors University.

The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the highest honors bestowed by the United St...