The NJ SSI has developed a new Partnership Program for Excellence in Math, Science and Technology to work with districts to improve mathematics and science education K-12. Each of the five Regional Centers will be offering this 12-day, 60-hour program.

The program is designed to improve local district mathematics and science test scores on statewide assessments and provide districts with coherent, consistent support for implementing standards-based curricula. 

Through strategic planning, participating districts will identify professional development needs, use data for decision-making, develop more effective instructional methodologies and build capacity for reform.  Information is a key to success, and the new program will enable districts to reflect on existing student achievement patterns and plan appropriate improvement strategies.

Who should attend?

District teams of four to six educators, including at least one senior administrator who has decision making authority, science or mathematics coordinators/chairpersons, and teachers representing the grade range of the district that is, elementary, middle, and/or high school.

Event Schedule

Orientation: October 4, 2006

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Bristol-Myers Squibb Center for Science Teaching and Learning, Blanton Hall,

Program Dates:

March 23 - Math Curriculum Showcase

April 4th and 18th - Change Game Grades K-12

April 24 - Science Curriculum Showcase

June 6 - Sharing and Wrap-up

All administrators are invited to attend for discussion of your needs, how we may address them. Curriculum showcase of examples. Science and Math methods included.

Lunch included. No charge, but reservations are required: RSVP by emailing us at PRISM or call 973-655-7753 - leave your name, phone number at home, office, district and title/position.

Program Costs

NJ SSI Underwrites a large portion of the cost for this 12 day program but each district team must pay an additional fee.   If your team registers early, before October 13, the cost per team is only $3500. After October 14 the fee is $5000. The final registration deadline is November 3, 2006.

Payment

Fees include cost for resource materials and lunch.

Payment by purchase order can be arranged through PRISM office:

Checks should be made out to Montclair State University/PRISM

Registration

  How do I sign up?

Choose the easiest option for you.

  1. Registration material can be downloaded at http://njssi.rutgers.edu/ under the News & Events section. Fax or mail the attached mailer to the NJ SSI central office at 732-445-2848. A registration packet will be sent to you. Also fax a copy to the regional center at Montclair State University at 973-655-4430.

  2. Attend an orientation session and pick up a registration packet at the Montclair State University Regional Center.

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