This vision is to develop leadership and support in order to increase student learning throughout the Commonwealth. Two of these districts had been identified as distressed districts. Students are more motivated and more confident in doing science and mathematics. Students are understanding mathematics and science concepts better.
Students are more motivated to learn mathematics and are more self-confident in doing mathematics.
Students are involved in more problem solving activities. Additionally, teacher knowledge of science and mathematics content has increased, along with self confidence in pedagogical preparedness and investigative culture. Teachers have continued needs in content and investigative practice. Teachers are more aware of the PA Science and Technology and Mathematics Standards. The science and mathematics taught in the classroom has become more focused.