1. Mathematics Updates Rashad Bennett Secondary Mathematics Specialist
Bureau of Standards and Instructions Support

2. Objectives Computer Science Courses Sunshine State Scholars
State Level Tiered Support
Presidential Awards for Excellences in Mathematics and Science Teaching
Additions to CPALMS
Q&A

3. Computer Science Courses
In Development
Elementary STEM (A total of 6 (K-5))
Intro to Computer Science I (K-2)
Intro to Computer Science II (3-5)

4. Sunshine State Scholars
Sunshine State Scholars recognizes the academic achievements of the top 11th grade students representing every district in Florida.  The Scholars, along with their parents and a teacher selected by each Scholar, convene with more than 40 of Florida’s colleges and universities to learn about postsecondary STEM programs of study and unique career opportunities.
The event will be May 19th and 20th
Input on additions/upgrades to the event are welcome
Please send recommendations to PJ at

5. Multi-Tiered Support System

6. Tier 3 Tier 2 Tier 1 Why Are We Using MTSS?
The Division of Public Schools has developed a district support implementation plan for the school year to guide our way of work in assisting Florida districts with the common goal of improving student success. Our goal is to provide schools and districts with a multi-tiered system of supports based on analysis of student, school, and district data.
Tier 1

7. The Problem-Solving Process

8. ALL districts and schools will receive…
Tier 1
ALL districts and schools will receive…
Standards of the Month Call
Targeted Newsletters
Just for Teacher Newsletters
Attend State Conferences
Monthly Memos
FAIM
Sharing Best Practices
Website Updates

9. Tier 2 SOME districts and schools will receive TARGETED ASSISTANCE
Webinars
Classroom
Visits
Just for Teacher Newsletters
Florida Standards Conversation
Articulate PD
Needs Assessment
Administration
Support
(Look Fors)
Virtual Standards Based PD

10. Tier 3 FEW districts and schools will receive INTENSIVE INTERVENTION
Needs Assessment
Standards Review with Teachers
Lesson Modeling
Learning Walk-Throughs
PLCs
Data Review with Teachers
Standards Based PD

11. Tier 1
Tier 2
Tier 3

12. 2016 Finalists for Grades K-6
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST)
2016 Finalists for Grades K-6
Mathematics
Science
Erica Epling
Seminole
Janet Acerra
Pinellas
Deeanna Golden
Jackson
Alicia Foy
Palm Beach
Jennifer Willis
Sarasota
Alexandra Laing
The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) are the nation's highest honors for teachers of mathematics and science (including computer science). Awardees serve as models for their colleagues, inspiration to their communities, and leaders in the improvement of mathematics and science education.
Since 1983, more than 4,400 teachers have been recognized for their contributions in the classroom and to their profession. If you know great teachers, nominate them to join this prestigious network of professionals.
Every year hundreds of teachers are nominated by peers and administrators. From there teachers then proceed through the rigorous application process. Committees made of experts in the fields of mathematics, science and pedagogy review the applications and narrow the field to a handful of state finalists. Finalists, then move to the national level where 1 math and 1 science teacher will be chosen. These 2 teachers, now awardees, receive a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation, invite to a luncheon in Washington D.C and an audience with the president.
Nominations for mathematics and science teachers of grades 7-12 will open in the Fall of Access

13. 2014 K-6 Cohort Awardees 2015 7-12 Cohort Awardees Janet Acerra
Pinellas County
Science
Angela Phillips
Duval County
Mathematics
Cohort Awardees
Tracey Smith
Palm Beach County
Science
Kelly Zunkiewicz
Hillsborough County
Mathematics
Recently, this past August, the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching National Awardees for both the 2014 and 2015 cycles were announced. Winners of this Presidential honor receive a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation to be used at their discretion, and are invited to Washington, DC, for an awards ceremony, as well educational and celebratory events, and visits with members of the Administration.

14. Other Updates CPALMS Student work sample attached to standards
Essential understanding for Access Points
Discussion board forum
New reporting structures
New resource types
Contact updates for distribution
Thank you to our critical friends

15. Contact Information
Rashad Bennett
Heidi Brennan
Secondary Mathematics Specialist
Elementary Science Specialist
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Shelly Miedona
PJ Duncan
Elementary Mathematics Specialist
Secondary Science Specialist
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Katrina Figgett
Director of Science, Mathematics, and Instructional Support
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