West Sound STEM Network Working Together to Improve STEM Learning

Increase STEM literacy for all students, including those who do not pursue STEM-related careers or additional study in the STEM disciplines. Expand the STEM-capable workforce and broaden the participation of women and minorities in that workforce. Expand the number of students who ultimately pursue advance degrees and careers in STEM fields and broaden the participation of women and minorities in those fields. Increase STEM literacy for all students, including those who do not pursue STEM-related careers or additional study in the STEM disciplines. Expand the STEM-capable workforce and broaden the participation of women and minorities in that workforce. Expand the number of students who ultimately pursue advance degrees and careers in STEM fields and broaden the participation of women and minorities in those fields. National Research Council. (2011). Successful K-12 STEM Education: Identifying Effective Approaches in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Committee on Highly Successful Science Programs for K-12 Science. Education. Board on Science Education and Board on Testing and Assessment, Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.

Corinne Beach K-12 STEM Outreach Coordinator, PSNS

Schools are Taking Action

West Sound STEM Projects Bremerton School District West Hills STEM Academy Mountain View Middle School: Project Lead the Way Bremerton High School : Transitioning 9 th grade Physical Science to STEM; Washington STEM Entrepreneur Investment ($10,000) Boeing funded STEM in the Preschool

West Sound STEM Projects Olympic College Washington STEM Portfolio Investment to implement STEM- focused model for experiential learning tailored to community college students ($129,000)

West Sound STEM Projects North Kitsap School District Science Matters Department of Defense Education Activity Grant to improve science instruction in all 7 Elementary Schools. ($945,000)

West Sound STEM Projects Bainbridge Island School District Bainbridge Island STEM Initiative - Bainbridge Island Schools Foundation

West Sound STEM Projects Central Kitsap School District Department of Defense Educational Activity Grant: Increasing Math and Science Achievement Through High Quality STEM Teaching & Learning ($2,500,000)  Aviation Classroom Experiences  Improve Elementary Science

West Sound STEM Projects South Kitsap School District Office of Navy Research South Kitsap AP Environment Science Renewable Energy ($100,000) STEM programs of study in partnership with Olympic College

West Sound STEM Projects Chimacum School District Washington STEM Entrepreneur Investment for 21 st Century Professional Development for Teachers

West Sound STEM Projects Neah Bay School District Washington STEM Entrepreneur Investment for Leveraging High School to Achieve Results in Middle School ($5,700) Catalyst Corps students video won Samsung Solve for Tomorrow ($70,000)

STEM Education Leadership Institute June STEM Takes Flight in Washington July 11-12

Focus Areas Nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing innovation, equity, and excellence in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in Washington state. Teaching and Learning Out of School Partnerships

Partnerships Leverage collective capacity, experience, and insights of partners to identify needs and create innovative solutions. Mutually beneficial to all engaged partners. Shared vision, goals, objectives, and outcomes that are co-developed and committed to by all. Authentic learning experiences for students and teachers that provide insight into the skills and knowledge required for post-secondary and workforce success in STEM.

Opportunity

West Sound STEM Network Work cooperatively and collaboratively to strengthen the implementation of STEM innovations, ensuring the inclusion of a variety of perspectives. Create a foundation for working together to maximize and equitably use of existing resources, and leverage efforts to garner more resources. Generate priorities and consolidate initiatives to marshal resources to promote highly effective STEM opportunities. Provides a two-way communication conduit between the STEM network members and the community. Respond to emerging needs and adapt to changes enhancing the sustainability of STEM initiatives.

Establishing a Network - Almost done! Region STEM Kick-Off - increasing involvement Design Strategic Plan - increase STEM learning opportunities Develop Business Plan - to implement innovation, attract resources, ensure sustainability