Education P-16

The goal within this system component is to strengthen a standards-based, academically rigorous curriculum, PreK-16 (preschool through university), while at the same time
integrate relevant, hands-on, authentic learning opportunities provided by business and community partnerships. Initial work has begun with the Smaller Learning Communities
high schools and feeder schools. A collaborative effort between education and business/labor/community partners is also underway in each region to begin pilot programs in the
Fall of 06 in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) curricula.

The key elements of this system component are:

• A CSU/UC college preparatory curriculum;
  
  
• Career technical education or training in STEM related fields:
  
  
• Learning experiences that apply knowledge within authentic contexts: industry projects in the classroom, field studies provided by business/labor/community partners,
  internships, apprenticeship, job shadowing, and community speakers bureau;
  
  
• More personalized learning experiences through the creation of smaller learning environments and mentor programs;
  
  
• STEM Pilot Programs in feeder middle schools, developing a 7-16 grade course sequence;
  
  
• STEM related strategies at the elementary level.

Why is a P-16 Council needed?

Students are “at risk” of disconnecting with schooling during key transition points, especially in transitioning from secondary to post-secondary learning.

Teams of K-12 teachers and post-secondary faculty must be in agreement regarding the essential standards of what students should master in transitioning
from high school to college and/or other learning options.

Speakers Bureau

Tom Rubio - San Bernardino County Firefigher, San Gorgonio Middle School, March 31, 2006

Field Study

Mike Gallo and Eric Lewis - Kelly Space and Technology

Project/Problem-Based Learning

Biscomerica

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ISIS I Strive, I Succeed

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Project ISIS is a collaborative project of women helping women in pursuing educational opportunities and careers in mathematics. ISIS provides an educational foundation
and establishes a support structure that motivates, encourages, and develops mathematics education for middle school girls along with professional development opportunities for
female undergraduates who are interested in teaching as a career or pursuing advanced degrees in mathematics related fields. ISIS establishes mentorships and academic preparation
programs between middle school girls, female undergraduates, and college faculty.

http://www.alphacenter.ucr.edu/ISIS.htm
http://www.alphacenter.ucr.edu/
http://www.alphacenter.ucr.edu/Directory.htm

ISIS - (I Strive, I Succeed) DeAnza Teen Center. Ontario California, January 21, 2006

Celebrating Women in Math and Science Gallery