STEM STARS Institute - Empowering Future STEM Educators

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STEM STARS Institute focuses on enhancing science and math education for preK-12 students in the Deep South through innovative teacher residency programs. Supported by a National Science Foundation grant, the initiative aims to provide certified instructors to students in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana. The STEM STARS Initiative is designed to strengthen teaching programs, utilize mentorship from National Board Certified Teachers, and offer financial assistance to aspiring educators. The institute's mission is to produce highly-qualified STEM educators for elementary and secondary schools, fostering a blend of teaching, research, and service for optimal learning experiences.

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STEM STARS INSTITUTE Orientation Packet For Future Teachers

STEM STARS Institute Welcome to The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Scholars Teacher Academy Resident System (STEM STARS) Institute. The STEM STARS Institute focuses on improving the science and mathematics achievement of preK-12 students in the Deep South by utilizing innovative teacher residency strategies. This institute is supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation. This packet is designed to help students become familiar with tools and resources available. We hope you find this information helpful.

STEM STARS Institute The STEM STARS Institute aims to improve STEM education opportunities and achievement of Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana students by ensuring that students in this region have access to certified science and mathematics teachers.

The STEM STARS Initiative STEM STARS students are committed to teach science or mathematics in high- need schools. The STEM STARS Initiative is designed to (1) strengthen existing Masters of Arts in Teaching alternative route programs, (2) use National Board Certified Teachers as mentors, and (3) provide financial support for students during their residency year.

STEM STARS Institute The Mission of the STEM STARS Institute is to provide a research-based pathway for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematic graduates to become highly-qualified certified science and mathematics educators for Elementary and Secondary schools. The Goal of the STEM STARS Institute is to offer horizontal blending of teaching, research and service as a tool to optimize learning for students in the Deep South.

The STEM STAR Institute Leadership Team willacad@aol.com Dr. William McHenry MS e-Center 1230 Raymond Rd. Jackson, MS 39204 (601)-968-7425 camiel.brown@msecenter.com Camiel Brown MS e-Center 1230 Raymond Rd. Jackson, MS 39204 (601)-979-7937 Chantill Williams- Smith chantill.c.williams-smith@jsums.edu MS e-Center 1230 Raymond Rd. Jackson, MS 39204 (601)-979-1247 mdavis4607@gmail.com Dr. Melvin Davis Jackson State University 1400 Lynch St Jackson, MS 39204 (601-874-6324 hille50@verizon.net Dr. Emorcia Hill benjaminm@uapb.edu Dr. Mary Benjamin UAPB 1200 North University Dr. Pine Bluff, AR 71601 (870)-575-7165 bucknera@uapb.edu Dr. Anissa Buckner UAPB 1200 North University Dr. Pine Bluff, AR 71601 (870)-575-7113 torrencew@uapb.edu Dr. William Torrence UAPB 1200 North University Dr. Pine Bluff, AR 71601 (870)-575-8697 nesbyw@uapb.edu Dr. Will May Nesby UAPB 1200 North University Dr. Pine Bluff, AR 71601 (870)-575-8742 lennie.m.little@jsums.edu Dr. Lennie Little Jackson State University 1400 Lynch St Jackson, MS 39204 (601)-979-4111 dennis.d.williams@jsums.edu Dr. Dennis Williams Jackson State University 1400 Lynch St Jackson, MS 39204 (601)-979-2439 acbaker@xula.edu Ahdija Donatto Xavier University 1 Drexel Dr Campus Box 59 New Orleans, LA 70125 (504)-520-7533 rvakbar@xula.edu Dr. Renee Akbar Xavier University 1 Drexel Dr Campus Box 59 New Orleans, LA 70125 (504)-520-7536

Residency During the residency, STEM STARS residents will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become licensed science and mathematics teachers who are: 1. effective in teaching middle and high school students in high-need schools,, 2. primed and disposed to pursuing National Board certification, and 3. able to provide leadership to other science and mathematics teachers in their school and district. Students will utilize the CyberMentoring Network to participate in a society of STEM STARS Scholars.

Residency Benefit 3 Benefit 2 Benefit 1 Learn to teach by observing and teaching in actual classrooms. Gradually take on teaching and classroom responsibilities over time. Observe and closely collaborate with National Board Certified teachers. Receive ongoing professional support during and after the program. Make graduate studies more affordable. Get a head start on your professional credentials to become Board Certified.

Cyber Mentoring Program The STEM STARS Institute will provide ongoing professional development and access to the Cyber Mentoring Network to all teacher residents. It will make resources available to these students that will impact their learning experience and prepare them for careers in STEM fields.

Teacher Residency Academies School Districts Xavier supported School Districts: Jefferson Parish School District Orleans Parish School District JSU supported School Districts: UAPB supported School Districts: Jackson Public School District Dollarway School District Clinton Public School District Pine Bluff School District Hinds County School District Sheriden School District Rankin County School District Stuttgart School District Watson School District Pine Bluff Lighthouse Whitehall School District AR School for the Deaf