STEM UPDATE IIFEBRUARY 13 , 2 013

PURPOSE:

• School Based STEM Activities

• Other Initiatives

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HIGH SCHOOLS

Central Kitsap High School• Cross Content Instructional Approach• Manufacturing/CAD Aerospace Partnership In CTE• Robotics• ROV

Olympic High School• Project Lead The Way – Engineering Based Curriculum• Robotics• ROV

Klahowya Secondary School• Outdoor Education• ROV• ACE

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JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS

Fairview Junior High School• Common Project Across Content Team - CO2 Cars• STEM Night – Feb 19th 6PM. • ROV• STEM Club

Central Kitsap Junior High School• Stream Water Project – Koch Creek• ROV• Planning Activities

Ridgetop Junior High School• Cross Content – Instructional Approach• Planning Activities

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OTHER INITIATIVES

• Robotics/ROV

• Interactive Whiteboards

• NMSI

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NATIONAL MATH AND SCIENCE INITIATIVE

NMSI

• Non Profit Created in 2007

• Funded by Business

• Initiative For Military Families

• Advanced Placement Training and Incentive Program For

Math, Science and English For Qualified Schools

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NATIONAL MATH AND SCIENCE INITIATIVE AP PROGRAM FACTS

• 79 percent increase in qualifying scores for schools - 11

times the national average

• 107 percent increase for African American and

Hispanic students

• 84 percent increase for females in Math and Science

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NATIONAL MATH AND SCIENCE INITIATIVEEXPLORATION TO DATE

• WA STEM, NMSI, Admin 10/2012

• Request For Proposal Data to NMSI 11/2012

• All Three High Schools AP Teachers 11-12/2012

• NMSI, WA STEM, Stakeholders, Other Districts 12/2012

• NMSI Conversations, Other School Conversations 01/2013

• School Specific Site Visits 02/2013

• Possible MOU For Qualified Schools 03/2013

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NATIONAL MATH AND SCIENCE INITIATIVEADVANCED PLACEMENT

TRAINING INCENTIVE PROGRAM

1. Extra Training for Teachers

2. Expert Resources

3. More Time on Task for Students

4. Measurement and Accountability

5. Financial Incentives For Students, Teachers and

Administrators

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NATIONAL MATH AND SCIENCE INITIATIVETRAINING, RESOURCES, TIME ON TASK, MEASUREMENT

• AP Conferences

• NMSI Specific Conference

• Laying The Foundation Training for Pre-AP Articulation

• NMSI Online Resources

• Access to UT Homework System

• Stipend for Extra Time with Students

• 3 Saturday Work Sessions with Expert Mentor

• NMSI Manages Program

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NATIONAL MATH AND SCIENCE INITIATIVE FINANCIAL INCENTIVES

Student May Qualify For• $100 for Qualified Score

• Half or Full Payment of Test

Teacher May Apply For Grants• $100 For Each Qualified Student

• $1000 for Meeting Class Goal

Administrator May Qualify For• Opportunity To Earn $3000 if School Goal is Met

School May Qualify For• $5000 plus $25 per Enrolled Student

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NATIONAL MATH AND SCIENCE INITIATIVE THEMES/CONSIDERATIONS FROM STAFF MEETINGS

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Shifting Of Monies to Support Other Non NMSI Disciplines

• Opportunities for Underserved Students

• Opportunities To Build Program

• Loss of Students from Other Disciplines

• Stratification Of Students and Staff

• Merit Pay

• Students Learning for Learning Sake

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NATIONAL MATH AND SCIENCE INITIATIVE NEXT STEPS

Continue To Research Current Schools

Site Visits In February

Specific Memorandum of Understanding For Schools Based

On Visit

School Decision Based on MOU for Specific School

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NMSI AP GRANT OPPORTUNITY

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B A S E D O N W A S T E M / N M S I P R E S E N T A T I O N O C T . 2 0 1 2

FOR YOUR INFORMATION – NOT FOR PRESENTATIONTHIS PRESENTATION WAS SHARED WITH

HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS, AND AP STAFFIN NOV/DEC 2012

PURPOSE

Knowledge building on AP grant exploration

Gather questions and feedback regarding grant

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BACKGROUND

• Washington State STEM- Regional Partner

• DoDEA Demographic

• AP Programs in Place

• Dramatic Results

• Overall Numbers

• Underserved Students

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RESULTS

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ELEMENTS

1. Extra Training for Teachers

2. Expert Resources

3. More Time on Task for Students

4. Financial Incentives For Students, Teachers and Administrators

5. Measurement and Accountability

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EXTRA TRAINING FOR TEACHERS

Two day conferences in fall and spring

• College Board or NMSI

Training For pre-AP

• Laying the Foundation Training NMSI

AP Teacher Support

• Content Expert Support

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EXPERT RESOURCES

Access to the most current and effective materials

Instructional materials, resources, articles, curriculum

Online resources

• NMSI TEACHER – Subject Specific guides for testing and instruction, lesson notes, etc

• UT Homework System - Customize homework assignments- 60,000 Q and A- Pre-existing question bank- Grading support

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MORE TIME ON TASK FOR STUDENTS

• Extra Tutoring Sessions

• 40 hours per teacher

• One on one tailor to student

• Saturday Study Sessions

• 3 led by state and national AP experts

• Students and Teachers

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FINANCIAL GRANT INCENTIVES

Teacher qualifies for:• $100 per qualifying student

• Opportunity for $1000 for meeting class goal

• $500 Stipend for attending training and extra work

Student qualifies for:• $100 for passing AP exam

• Half the fee for each test

• Entire fee for low income

Administrator qualifies for:• Opportunity to earn $3000 if school goal is met

School qualifies for:• $5000 Annual plus $25 per enrolled student

• Funds for teacher training and Saturday sessions

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MEASUREMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY

NMSI Initial Assessment

• Performance goals based on current data

• Assessment of current policies to reduce barriers

Operational Assistance for Grant

• Oversee implementation and monitoring

Data Reporting System

• Tailor technical support to guide success

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CURRENT STATUS

Exploration

• Initial data to NMSI

• Discuss with schools

• Discuss with AP staff

• Discuss with NMSI

February

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COMBINED QUESTIONS (PAGE 1 OF 5)

1. Who sets the goal & how are the goals established? (Pass rate and/or participation?) Do the goals

change every year? Are they based on growth data? NMSI sets the goals for the teachers and schools. The goal for each teacher and school is based on the number of students receiving 3 or greater and always is based on increasing that number. While there is 3 year goal for each school set before the program, revised goals are set annually for each teacher and school based on growth.

2. Do target-specific groups increase with enrollment and course taking? What does the data look like

from other schools? Will this lead to students taking a higher numbers of AP classes overall? Our program effectively closes the gap better than any other program as passing scores by traditionally underrepresented students (minorities, as well as females in math and science) increase at a much higher rate than the overall population. Yes, enrollment in AP classes increase with our program.

3. How many high schools are currently participating? 462 in 18 states

4. When was this program started? 1990

5. Of all the high schools with the grant, how many are Magnet schools (for Math/Science/English) or

charter schools? Between 5% and 10%

6. Is it all AP sections in English that qualify? Yes. More specifically, the eligible AP courses are: AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Statistics, AP Computer Science, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental Science, AP Physics B, AP Physics C-Mechanics, AP Physics C-E&M, AP English Language, and AP English Literature.

7. What is the skill level of the 3rd party staff members/trainers? The highest possible. Trainers have excellent results, are national consultants, are AP readers, and/or members of the AP test development committees.

8. Do all schools in the district have to commit? No

9. What is the impact of not all schools participating in NMSI? (Transfer students and staff, parent

concerns, etc.) Since students, staff, and parents are accustomed to a particular school having a unique program, there usually aren’t the transfer issues or many other concerns about one

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10. What will the impact be on the master schedule and other AP and non-AP courses and course-taking preferences? “A Rising tide lifts all boats” describes what happens in other AP courses. The AP courses not in our program also increase much more than the national average due to the culture change that is facilitated by the program. There typically is not much havoc on the mater schedule; if there is, we assist in making the transition go smoothly.

11. Is there any possibility for the funds to benefit all colleagues? (Not just Math/Science/English.) In many cases, administrators give their award back to the school, which benefits the entire school.

12. What can the school/teacher/administrator money be used for? (To administer other exams, pay for study hours, etc.) Teachers, if they decide to apply for an award can decide how to use their money. We typically suggest ways that the money that can be spent such as Professional Development, classroom supplies, departmental needs, and a “teacher enhancement” category that doesn’t fit any of the categories. School money is specifically targeted for math, science, and English classes, such as AP equipment, AP and PSAT exams (all students), and student study sessions. Administrators, if award is earned, can decide how to best spend the funds.

13. Could school/teacher/administrator money be gathered to benefit all students in the school? School money is targeted. Teachers are eligible to apply for an award from a 3rd

party similar to other3rd party awards for outstanding teaching and if earned, can decide how to spend their money (we’ll make suggestions such as above). Administrators can decide as they wish how to best spend the money.

14. Does the structure of AP courses/program change if we get the grant? (If we sign on with NMSI, do we have to implement all aspects of the grant, or can buildings choose certain components?) Due to the high quality training and resources, the structure typically changes in AP courses that have not been successful in having students pass. When schools sign on to the grant, they choose to implement all the elements of the grant which include: goal setting, training for AP and Pre-AP teachers, access to the highest quality

COMBINED QUESTIONS (PAGE 2 OF 5)

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15. School incentive $25.00 per enrolled student. (As of when is this number established, or is it for taking and/or passing the test?) It’s enrollment and starts the first year of the program. There is a $5,000 maximum, plus a $5,000 base for a maximum total of $10,000. This money is to be used for equipment/supplies necessary for AP math, science, and English classes.

16. Sustainability – what happens when the money is gone? We have found that once the culture in a school is changed and once the teachers have been trained that results do not decrease after the grant. We have a sustainability model that schools adopt after the 3 year grant that include at a minimum: goal setting, student study sessions, and training for new AP and Pre-AP teachers.

17. How does this impact the school environment? (Teacher, student, school culture.) Does this create a divisive environment? This program is currently in 462 schools. Schools have found that the grant is overwhelming positive for the entire school, and most importantly, dramatically increases student achievement. Over 99% of the schools wish to continue to stay in the program after one year.

18. What is the impact of this program on other programs in the school? This program supports schools that wish to increase the number of students taking and passing AP math, science, and English exams. It typically doesn’t impact negatively other programs unless those programs/courses mitigate the goals of the grant. For example, if 100 students are taking anatomy and physiology and 15 are taking AP Biology, this program typically shifts more anatomy and physiology students to AP Biology. Schools learn about the impact of the program to their own school before signing on to the grant at the site visit.

19. What are the philosophical implications for providing incentives for students for certain courses? Students, parent, and schools understand they math/science nature of this grant and how important it is to the future of our country, so typically there are not philosophical implications. However, some schools come up with funds to reward students in other AP courses. In terms of rewarding students in general: Students are used to getting money for academic success. If they score well on the SAT or ACT, they receive a scholarship. Students earning money for passing an AP Exam is an academic achievement commensurate with the educational landscape across the country.

20. How does this support our collaboration of STEM and cross-curricular and interdisciplinary STEM teams? (Seems decisive.) Our grant fits in beautifully to any school that wishes to increase the number of students scoring well on AP math, science, and English exams. Existing cross-curricular and interdisciplinary teams are supported and enhanced.

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COMBINED QUESTIONS (PAGE 4 OF 5)

21.Would the continued support provided by the test fee be reduced? The commitment of the grant is three years and the test fee reduction is the same throughout the grant.

22.More “Time on Task” with students – what exactly does this mean? Students are offered three Saturday Study Sessions taught be AP experts in each of the eligible courses.

23.Can student tutoring take place during school, or does it have to take place afterschool/on weekends? It can take any time it makes sense for the teacher and the students.

24.Is the 40 hour requirement for every teacher? We ask that each AP teacher tutor at least one a week. The typically AP teacher tutors many, many more times than the one hour per week.

25.If we commit to NMSI, and do not reach our goal(s), is there any consequence? As long as the school is faithfully implementing the grant, if the goals are not met, we sit down and discuss how we can improve the following year.

26.Can a school detach themselves from NMSI before the end of year 3? Yes

27.Is the $100 per staff for every student who attains “3”, or every student above the goal who attains “3”? Teachers are eligible to apply for award that includes the number of students scoring 3 or greater.

28.If we move forward with NMSI, what does the rollout to parents/community look like? We work with our donors and the district to determine the most appropriate rollout/event/press.

29.Will students make the wrong choice of course to take because of the incentive? (Example, taking AP Stats instead of Pre-Calculus.) All aspects of the program are designed with the best interest of the student in mind. In almost every case, students deciding to take more AP and Pre-AP courses are in their best interest. In the Stats/Pre-Calc example above, is one example where individual students will need guidance from the school based depending on graduation requirements, college entrance requirements, and intended student major so that they take the most appropriate course. When armed with this information, students do not choose a course against their own interest due to the incentive.

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30.Do the professional development workshops for teachers take place during the school year or can they be during the summer? (Pulling teachers away from their class/students not ideal.) The program was designed by teachers, which is why AP teachers typically miss only one day (in some cases two) during the year. Pre-AP teachers do not miss any days.

31.What might the impact of configuration, transfers, and boundaries have on the eligible numbers at each school? (How have other schools/districts handled this?) This has not been an issue.

32.What is the scope of what the money can be used for? (For instance, could it go towards transportation to transport students after school (tutoring sessions, etc.)) Schools/districts are responsible for paying for transportation as well as any custodial services during the Saturday Study Sessions. There isn’t grant money available for this unless administrators decide to give their money for this purpose.

33.What support is in the elementary/junior high feeder system? As part of the grant there is the highest quality training available for grades 3-12. Pre-AP teachers in grades 6-11 will attend a summer institute and teachers in grades 3-5 will receive outstanding resources.

34.What is NMSI’s connection with the College Board? NMSI supports the College Board’s AP program because it is a rigorous link to College matriculation and graduation. We have a data sharing/materials agreement with the College Board. Other than that, there is no formal relationship.

35.What does the reporting system on student information between the district and NMSI look like? We understand all FERPA issues and can assist schools and districts with any concerns We ask for student rosters connected to teachers, and ask for students to sign a release for their Online Score Report with the College Board.

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Questions for CKSD:

1. What would cause the district not to move forward with this Grant?

Not sure what all the variables are that may cause this to happen. If the grant proved to not be in the best interest of our students, that would be cause to not move forward.

2. Is the district looking to shift dollars/support for non-NMSI subjects?

During the life of the grant, the district/building could use dollars , traditionally used for the content areas funded by the grant in other non- NMSI areas.

1. If the district decides to move forward with this, what does that say about our district and value on other subjects.

Value is on all subjects and the opportunity that directly impacts some content areas, will also indirectly support the other non-NMSI areas by shifting funding to support non-NMSI grant areas.

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QUESTIONS?OLYMPIC HIGH SCHOOL

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

1. Will there be a drop in other AP courses (non Math/Science/English) as a result of students taking those classes instead?

2. If so (to question #1), how will this impact other classes? (For instance, students learn writing skills in AP World that transfer to other classes)

3. Does an increase in Math/Science/English AP Courses as a result of the NMSI Initiative show a similar increase for students taking other AP courses?

4. What do the NMSI goals look like for the AP course and school?5. Will students make the wrong choice of course to take because of the incentive? (Example,

taking AP Stats instead of Pre-Calculus.)6. Do the professional development workshops for teachers take place during the school year or

can they be during the summer? (Pulling teachers away from their class/students not ideal.)7. What might the impact of configuration, transfers, and boundaries have on the eligible

numbers at each school?8. What is the scope of what the money can be used for? (For instance, could it go towards

transportation to transport students after school (tutoring sessions, etc.))Will this lead to students taking a higher numbers of AP classes overall?

9. What support is in the elementary/junior high feeder system?10. If the NMSI grant pays for Math/Science/English professional development, can curriculum

department and building dollar be used towards providing professional development for other subjects?

11. If the NMSI grant pays for some/all of the AP test fee, how can these dollars schools use to normally fund this be used in different ways?

12. Could the money schools/teachers receive as a result of the NMSI Grant go towards supporting tutoring students in other subjects?

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QUESTIONS?CENTRAL KITSAP HIGH SCHOOL

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

1. Who sets the goal?

2. How are the goals established? (Pass rate and/or participation?)

3. School incentive $25.00 per enrolled student. (As of when or is it for taking and/or passing the test?

4. What will the impact be on the master schedule and other AP and non-AP courses and course-taking preferences?

5. What would cause the district not to move forward with this Grant?

6. How does impact the school environment? (Teacher, student, school culture.)

7. Does this create a divisive environment?

8. Is there any possibility for the funds to benefit all colleagues? (Not just Math/Science/English.)

9. Does the structure of AP courses/program change if we get the grant?

10. Do all schools in the district have to commit?

11. Do target-specific groups increase with enrollment and course taking?

12. How many high schools are currently participating.

13. What can the school/teacher/administrator money be used for? (To administer other exams, pay for study hours, etc.)

14. Could school/teacher/administrator money be gathered to benefit all students in the school?

15. When was this program started?

16. What does the data look like from other schools?

17. What is the impact of this program on other programs in the school?

18. Is it all AP sections in English that qualify?

19. Of all the high schools with the grant, how many are Magnet schools (for Math/Science/English) or charter schools?

20. If the district decides to move forward with this, what does that say about our district and value on other subjects.

21. Sustainability – what happens when the money is gone?

22. How does this support our collaboration of STEM and cross-curricular and interdisciplinary STEM teams? (Seems decisive.)

23. Would the continued support provided by the test fee be reduced?

24. What is the skill level of the 3rd party staff members/trainers?

25. What is the impact not all schools participating in NMSI? (Transfer students and staff, parent concerns, etc.)

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QUESTIONS?KLAHOWYA SECONDARY SCHOOL

DECEMBER 4, 2012

1. Does a student involved in NMSI, show improvement overall in all AP classes (non-NMSI courses).

2. More “Time on Task” with students – what exactly does this mean?3. Can student tutoring take place during school, or does it have to take place afterschool/on

weekends?4. Is the 40 hour requirement for every teacher? 5. If we sign on with NMSI, do we have to implement all aspects of the grant, or can buildings

choose certain components?6. If we commit to NMSI, and do not reach our goal(s), is there any consequence? 7. Can a school detach themselves from NMSI before the end of year 3?8. Is the $100 per staff for every student who attains “3”, or every student above the goal who

attains “3”? 9. If we move forward with NMSI, what does the rollout to parents/community look like?10. What is the impact on other AP courses (decline?) than those outside of the NMSI supported

classes?11. What is NMSI’s connection with the College Board?12. Is the district looking to shift dollars/support for non-NMSI subjects?13. Do all high schools need to commit, or will it be school-by-school?14. Do the goals change every year? Are they based on grown data?15. How will this be sustained?

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