1. FASS 11-02-2005 Florida Mathematics and Science Education Initiative http://www.flsummit.usf.edu/ CIMS Florida Coalition for Improving Mathematics and Science Literacy Gerry G. Meisels, Chairman E-mail: meisels@csl.usf.edumeisels@csl.usf.edu Tel. 813-974-7183 Update November 2, 2005

2. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 2 CIMS Provide the best possible education in mathematics and science to the vast majority of Florida’s students Increase the number of students seeking careers in mathematics, science, and M/S education Long-Term Objectives

3. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 3 CIMS Justification Florida is loosing High-Tech Industry and high wage/high value jobs to other countries and other states Florida’s High-Tech Industry cannot grow without a qualified workforce and even existing industry cannot hire enough qualified workers Florida has difficulty attracting new High-Tech Industry in part because our mathematics and science (M/S) education is nationally perceived as weak A qualified workforce includes large numbers prepared to work at the technician-level; it also includes M/S specialists (BS, MS, and Ph. D.)

4. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 4 CIMS Cost Dimensions Systemic, statewide improvement cannot happen without substantial investment Models of excellence are not sufficient to change overall competency of graduates A quality, statewide program for all who teach M/S has a continuing cost of about $80M Alabama just appropriated $15M for a statewide elementary/middle school initiative (AMSTI)

5. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 5 CIMS Strategy Necessary funds must be both adequate and continuing; they can only be provided by legislative appropriations Engage policymakers and business- industry leaders to make the case Pursue goals and funding consistently - “Steady Drop Hollows the Stone”

6. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 6 CIMS GOAL: Enhance Florida’s Economic Development by Preparing a Workforce Educated in Mathematics and Science STRATEGY: Strengthen Student Achievement in Mathematics and Science By Increasing Teacher Effectiveness Florida Summit on Mathematics and Science Education

7. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 7 CIMS Some Recommended Actions Help ALL mathematics and science teachers at ALL levels (K-12) reach ALL students regardless of initial motivation and background (more than just PD) Align teacher education programs with current needs Establish incentive programs for students and institutions that increase performance and numbers of STEM/MS education majors Attract women and minorities to the study of STEM Increase competency requirements in M/S for high school graduation

8. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 8 CIMS Calendar of Events Summit and Recommendations developedFebruary 2-4 Presentation to Senate Education CommitteeFebruary 22 Budget and Draft Charge to M/S CommissionMarch 5 Inclusion in Senate BudgetMarch 15 House Education Committee commits supportApril 11 House and Senate agree on $230,000 for Commission, exclude public information part April 29 Appropriation passes both HousesMay 6

9. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 9 CIMS Calendar of Events continued TaxWatch labels funding a “Turkey” because it was not originally in the agency request May 23 Governor Bush vetoes appropriation for CommissionMay 25 Discussions with DOE and other key players resumeJune 6 K-12 Chancellor Jim Warford includes funding in the DOE budget request and a Summit II in December June-July Chancellor Warford resigns suddenlyJuly 11 DOE confirms commitment to Summit IISeptember Enterprise Florida requests statementOctober 13 Summit II to be held the day before the K12 Student Achievement Conference December 12, 2005

10. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 10 CIMS M/S Summit II Dec. 12, 2005 For Superintendents, Principals, and Legislators Arrangements and invitations by DOE Michelle Reaves, DOE, principal organizer Initial planning by Deputy Chancellor Mary Jane Tappen, Michelle Reaves, and Gerry Meisels Final planning at CIMS Board meeting Nov. 9

11. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 11 CIMS M/S Summit II Draft Agenda Objective: Secure Commitment to Action AM: Presentations on the M/S Education Crisis;  Dr. Harry Orf (Scripps)  Dr. Pat O’Connel Ross (USDOE)  Dr. Norman Thagard (TLH Challenger Ctr; lunch) PM: Parallel action planning work groups

12. FASS 11-02-2005Slide 12 CIMS Other Forthcoming Actions* Speakers’ Bureau Preparation of Master Materials Scheduling Center Public Service Announcements (PSA’s) Production of 30 second spots Station Invitation * Supported in part by NSF