The topics included improving Clemson U. K-12 outreach efforts and strengthening teacher preparation programs. Our historically strong partnership with the SC Botanical Gardens at Clemson University continues to develop. Activities this year include a University funded grant and collaboration on a proposal for increasing Clemson university's capacity for K-12 education outreach. Local business and industries are becoming aware of the Hub, its mission and functions. Still, with few exceptions, we see little impact in terms of increasing support for employee involvement in the schools.
Support remains strong for events like science fairs.
Involvement with community groups has been limited to the Kids Do Count Education Issues Committee in Oconee County. None of the agenda thus far has been focused on science or mathematics. Much opportunity in this arena remains to be tapped.