1. Elementary STEM Certification Elissa Hozore, Project Manager Elizabeth Neal, Project Director Maryland State Department of Education

2. Setting the Stage for Change… Governor’s STEM Task Force emphasized PreK-20 STEM education Vision of then State Superintendent, Dr. Nancy Grasmick to create an integrated STEM “Certification” – Capacity building through consortium networks – Strong Technical Assistance Model for program development

3. Maryland’s Race to the Top award accelerated implementation of STEM initiatives Develop STEM standards (PreK-12), curricula, resources, and assessments Professional development for teachers Develop approved programs for teacher preparation in Secondary and Elementary STEM

4. Notre Dame of Maryland University Salisbury University Hood College Frostburg State University University of Maryland, College Park Washington College Johns Hopkins University Elementary STEM Network

5. Approved Elementary STEM Programs Maryland STEM Standards of Practice CourseworkClinical and Field Experiences Professional Development & Resources Key Program Assessments ACEI Standards

6. ? Content Time Team Management Team Management Assessment Student Achievement Comfort Level ? ?

7. Contact Information Elissa Hozore Elementary STEM Certification Program Manager 410-767-0388 ehozore@msde.state.md.us Liz Neal Program Approval Specialist 410-767-0421 eneal@msde.state.md.us