Overview Today, the Target Science teacher network has over 2,000 teachers promoting scientific thinking for all children. Regardless of ethnicity or socio-economic background, these teachers believe children should be able to inquire, reason, problem solve and communicate. Target Science is spearheaded by K-12 teachers whose overarching mission is to empower all children to be scientific thinkers. Leadership teams of teachers in East Los Angeles, West Los Angeles, South Central Los Angeles and North Central Los Angeles are keeping the network and mission of Target Science alive.
Teachers take ownership of the program from the start.
Over time teachers acquired increasing responsibilities for leadership, organization and implementation of initiatives. The Target Science teacher network benefits immeasurably from its links with national, state and local science networks. This includes the Triangle Coalition and the National Science Foundation, the California Science Project, professional science education organizations and local universities, and corporations. From funding, instructional materials, being on the cutting edge of educational reform, accessing the most current science thinking, Target Science teachers receive a form of support and motivation that enables them to become agents of change at their school sites. Programs are a part of LAEP Learning Exchange.