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Texas Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
The Texas Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Initiative (T-STEM) builds on state and local efforts to improve mathematics and science achievement among all Texas students and focuses on increasing the number of students who study and enter science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. T-STEM offers a proactive and strategic approach to empower Texas educators with the tools needed to transform teaching and learning methods for the new century.
To ensure that all Texas students thrive in the 21st Century economy, that Texas will continue to grow its economy, land more economic development opportunities, and remain at the forefront in the battle for 21st Century jobs, the Texas High School Project is carrying out a bold and forward-thinking education program – the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Initiative – T-STEM. As described by the National Academies of Science publication, Rising Above the Gathering Storm: Energizing and Employing America for a Brighter Economic Future, innovation and design – the elements of STEM-related fields – should be the cornerstones of student learning.
What we do
· Support the creation of 35 T-STEM Academies in areas of high need across the state, each year producing 3,500 Texas high school graduates from diverse backgrounds, with the preparation to pursue study and careers in STEM-related fields.
· Support the creation of seven T-STEM Centers across the state that will facilitate the transformation of teaching methods, teacher preparation, and instruction in STEM fields.
· Coordinate a T-STEM Network to promote broad dissemination and adoption of promising practices from the initiative and to improve mathematics and science performance for students across Texas.
· Assist in the promotion of quality school leadership that supports school redesign efforts, quality teacher recruitment and improved teacher preparation.
· Assist in the alignment of high school, postsecondary education, and economic development activities throughout the state of Texas.
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