2010-11 Teacher Professional Development Grants (9-12) Recipient

Math + Science = Girl Power! A New Equation for Successful Females 

Research shows that although girls are taking more advanced math and science classes, they are not pursuing math and science careers at the same rate as males nor are they viewing math and science materials as connected ideas. As teachers at a small all-girls high school with a 21% international population and 17% non-white population, we have a unique opportunity to impact girls' views and beliefs about mathematics and science. This can be accomplished through joint planning and interconnected material between the mathematics and science departments. The Anja S. Greer Conference on Science, Mathematics, and Technology would allow our teachers to learn ideas, projects, and activities which connect the disciplines as well as incorporate technology and real world applications. Additionally, teachers will be able to collaborate and plan interdisciplinary activities.