Resources and Recommendations from National STEM Conference Katie Burke Science Curriculum Specialist, OPI Jean Howard Mathematics Curriculum Specialist, OPI Anna Green Assistant to First Lady Schweitzer and Policy Advisor, Office of the Governor

“Knowing math and science is just one piece of STEM, we need a system to use the knowledge.” MMSTI Goal: Quality is the key word Math and science educators with STEM knowledge and skills Relevant pre-service and in-service opportunities to understand STEM.

Purpose: Public-private collaboration to strengthen STEM education A resource conference for state teams

Public-Private Partnership STEM is everywhere Show the data Build common understanding Develop a plan Demonstrate victories Meaningful partnerships Investment means more than $$

Stop Shining an Old Pot 1.Redesign undergraduate STEM education 2.Dramatically restructure STEM teacher preparation 3.Support faculty development 4.Initiate institutional change

“Knowing math and science is just one piece of STEM, we need a system to use the knowledge.” MMSTI Goal: Quality is the key word Math and science educators with STEM knowledge and skills Relevant pre-service and in-service opportunities to understand STEM.