The Goal Increase the interest and awareness of math, science, and computer sciences, evidenced by doubling the number of students who apply to an Oregon higher education institution with declared majors in these disciplines. A recent survey of high school students in the Silicon Valley found low awareness of careers in high-tech fields and a lack of interest in math and science. The desired change won't happen overnight.
Fundamental change takes longer but the payoff is greater.
Many players can help solve this problem. Following are some actions each constituency can take. All parts of a plan need to be woven into a statewide culture that values and nourishes talent U.S. takes a very cavalier approach to the identification and development of talent. We do not do a good enough job of encouraging young people to reach their potential. There is room for a great deal of improvement in the way we identify and nurture human talent.