1. PLTW Partnership Teams
William White
VP of Engagement, Midwest Region

2. What is a Partnership Team?
Link that connects PLTW to the community the local economy, and local industry needs
Group of collaborative stakeholders that provides leadership and action to support and enhance exceptional STEM student learning experiences

3. What does the Partnership Team do?
Develops and implements a strategic plan
Advocates for the program
Provides resources for the classrooms
Hosts meetings and events
Activates the community

4. Why do we need a Partnership Team?
To create an outstanding program that influences the entire school district instead of being a program that just affects a small number of students
To ensure that our students are prepared for the global economy

5. Who should be on the Partnership Team?
Business and industry professionals, college and university representatives, district-level decision makers, teachers, administrators, parents, students, and alumni
Seven to fifteen members:
Chairperson
School Liaison
Executive Committee Members
General Members

6. If A = 1, B =2, C =3, etc…
KNOWLEDGE = 96%
HARDWORK = 98 %
Both are important and a part of PLTW
BUT WITH A PARTNERSHIP TEAM WE GET:
ATTITUDE = 100%