Governor’s STEM Council WV Economic Development Council September 23, 2014

Overview Governor’s Charge Structure and Process of STEM Council Council Observations

STEM Council Member’s Perspective

March 2014 – Governor issues Executive Order and designates STEM Council membership Governor Tomblin’s Charge

STEM Council Members Chair: Charles Patton, President and COO, Appalachian Power Mike Carroll, Allied Logistics David Claudio, Dupont Mark Hall, Braskem Arria Foster Hines, Alleghany Science & Technology Millie Marshall, President, Toyota Motor Mfg. West Virginia Stephen McCoy, Bombardier Shawn Patterson, Columbia Pipeline Group Keith Burdette, Secretary of the Department of Commerce Paul Hill, Chancellor of the Higher Education Policy Commission James Skidmore, Chancellor of the Community and Technical College Mike Green, Vice President of the West Virginia Board of Education; The State Superintendent of Schools or designee

Governor Tomblin’s Charge Improve STEM outcomes Improve STEM instruction Increase public engagement Engage with STEM- centric business partners Increase number of degrees in STEM Enhance post-secondary training for STEM workforce Explore SREB STEM career sequence Tailor programs for energy, natural gas in petrochemical industry STEM Council Goals

High School Dropouts High School Graduates Some College Associate’s Degree Bachelor ’s Degree Graduate Degree Total Computer & Math Science 01,0002,0001,0004,0001,000 9,000 Architects & Technicians 01, ,000 Engineers & Technicians 0 1,000 2,0004,0001,000 8,000 Life & Physical Scientists 0 1,000 2,0001,000 6,000 Social Scientists ,000 25,000 STEM Jobs in WV by 2018

Structure and Process of STEM Council

Council Structure Many good STEM programs are in existence- how do we build on that work? Councils work cannot occur in Charleston – How do we support STEM across regions of state? We need support for change among parents, students, educators, community- How do we engage the public? Taking an Evolutionary approach

March 2014 Governor’s Executive Order Issued April 2014 STEM Council Convenes – Reviews Goals and Key Strategies June 2014 STEM Council Convenes – National Strategies & Iowa Presentation August 2014 STEM Stakeholder Committee Convenes – Ohio and TN Presentation Sept-Nov more council meetings and Report to the Governor Finalized STEM Council Process

Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council System West Virginia- Monday June 2, 2014

Iowa STEM Effects

STEM Stakeholder Committee August 19 th, 2014 Advanced Technology Center

Discussion Points General definitions of STEM Discussion of WV Assets Measurable Outcomes of STEM CHALLENGES and SOLUTIONS for executing Regional STEM HUBs CHALLENGES and SOLUTIONS for Public Engagement Other Suggestions

 Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics  Way of teaching and learning:  Educate the whole student, emphasizing innovation, problem solving, critical thinking, and creativity  PK-20 (*start early)  Project based  Collaborative  Cross-curricular  Focused on solving real-world problems What is STEM Education?

Council Observations

National Trends David Burns, Battelle Director STEM Innovation Networks Wesley Hall, Director Tennessee STEM Innovation Network

Regional STEM Innovation Hubs The nucleus of regional STEM activity, the hub represents a formal partnership among school districts, post-secondary institutions, STEM businesses, and community organizations. Committed to amplifying and accelerating the impact of STEM programs in their region.

Discussion What are some challenges and solutions for executing a STEM HUB network model in WV? Rurality/Regional diversity Sustainability/Early success with tangible economic results

Discussion What are the challenges and solutions for engaging the public in WV? Understanding long-term / STEM opportunities Geography/Natural resources

March 2014 Governor’s Executive Order Issued April 2014 STEM Council Convenes – Reviews Goals and Key Strategies June 2014 STEM Council Convenes – National Strategies & Iowa Presentation August 2014 STEM Stakeholder Committee Convenes – Ohio and TN Presentation Sept-Nov more council meetings and Report to the Governor Finalized Timeline

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