1. Orientation Packet For Future Teachers
STEM STARS INSTITUTE
Orientation Packet
For Future Teachers

2. STEM STARS Institute
Welcome to The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Scholars Teacher Academy Resident System (STEM STARS) Institute. The STEM STARS Institute focuses on improving the science and mathematics achievement of preK-12 students in the Deep South by utilizing innovative teacher residency strategies. This institute is supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation. This packet is designed to help students become familiar with tools and resources available. We hope you find this information helpful.

3. STEM STARS Institute
The STEM STARS Institute aims to improve STEM education opportunities and achievement of Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana students by ensuring that students in this region have access to certified science and mathematics teachers.

4. The STEM STARS Initiative
STEM STARS students are committed to teach science or mathematics in high- need schools.
The STEM STARS Initiative is designed to
strengthen existing Masters of Arts in Teaching alternative route programs,
use National Board Certified Teachers as mentors, and
provide financial support for students during their residency year.

5. STEM STARS Institute
The Mission of the STEM STARS Institute is to provide a research-based pathway for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematic graduates to become highly-qualified certified science and mathematics educators for Elementary and Secondary schools. The Goal of the STEM STARS Institute is to offer horizontal blending of teaching, research and service as a tool to optimize learning for students in the Deep South.

6. The STEM STAR Institute Leadership Team
Dr. William McHenry
MS e-Center
1230 Raymond Rd.
Jackson, MS 39204
(601)
Camiel Brown
(601)
Chantill Williams-Smith
(601)
Dr. Melvin Davis
Jackson State University
1400 Lynch St (
Dr. Emorcia Hill
Dr. Mary Benjamin
UAPB
1200 North University Dr.
Pine Bluff, AR 71601
(870)
Dr. Anissa Buckner
(870)
Dr. William Torrence
(870)
Dr. Will May Nesby
(870)
Dr. Lennie Little
(601)
Dr. Dennis Williams
(601)
Ahdija Donatto
Xavier University
1 Drexel Dr Campus Box 59
New Orleans, LA 70125
(504)
Dr. Renee Akbar
(504)

7. Residency
During the residency, STEM STARS residents will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become licensed science and mathematics teachers who are:
effective in teaching middle and high school students in high-need schools,,
primed and disposed to pursuing National Board certification, and
able to provide leadership to other science and mathematics teachers in their school and district.
Students will utilize the CyberMentoring Network to participate in a society of STEM STARS Scholars.

8. Residency Benefit 3 Benefit 2 Benefit 1
Make graduate studies more affordable.
Get a head start on your professional credentials to become Board Certified.
Benefit 3
Observe and closely collaborate with National Board Certified teachers.
Receive ongoing professional support during and after the program.
Benefit 2
Learn to teach by observing and teaching in actual classrooms.
Gradually take on teaching and classroom responsibilities over time.
Benefit 1

9. Cyber Mentoring Program
The STEM STARS Institute will provide ongoing professional development and access to the Cyber Mentoring Network to all teacher residents.
It will make resources available to these students that will impact their learning experience and prepare them for careers in STEM fields.

10. Teacher Residency Academies School Districts
JSU supported School Districts:
Jackson Public School District
Clinton Public School District
Hinds County School District
Rankin County School District
Xavier supported School Districts:
Jefferson Parish School District
Orleans Parish School District
UAPB supported School Districts: Dollarway School District Pine Bluff School District Sheriden School District Stuttgart School District Watson School District Pine Bluff Lighthouse Whitehall School District AR School for the Deaf

11. STEM STAR Financial Support
During their residency year, each student will receive a stipend of $1,450 per month ($17,400 total).

12. Teachers of Dreams For additions information contact
The STEM STARS Institute
Chantill Williams-Smith
Institute Coordinator
(601)