The mission of WEST is to support the professional development of educators, enhance the science education of preschool through middle-level children and to promote public understanding and appreciation of science education in all Wisconsin schools. Children benefit directly from professional development of teachers. Public understanding of science education strengthens the support for student learning. Networking leads to professional development and support.
Teachers learn best about teaching science from other teachers of science.
Science is taught well every day in every elementary and middle school classroom in Wisconsin. WEST is recognized as one of the most important players in science education in Wisconsin. WEST has high-quality active leadership which collaborates with other agencies and organizations. WEST provides strong professional development programming which includes multiple services and opportunities considered invaluable by its members. WEST has established a network of contact persons in every Wisconsin elementary and middle school.