Partnership for Reform in Science and Mathematics (PRISM)
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PRISM seeks to increase P-12 student achievement in science and mathematics, increase the responsiveness of science and mathematics faculties in higher education to the needs of schools, and close achievement gaps among demographic groups through P-16 Partnerships. Ten key strategies at regional and state levels are intended to ensure that all K-12 students in PRISM school districts: are taught science and mathematics by highly qualified and ethnically diverse teachers; successfully complete challenging science and mathematics courses; and develop deep understanding of the major concepts in science and mathematics. PRISM also seeks to raise public awareness as to the need for all students to complete challenging curricula in science and mathematics; to increase and sustain the number, quality and diversity of K-12 science and mathematics teachers; to identify effective practices in the teaching and learning of science and mathematics and disseminate them statewide; and to increase the responsiveness of science and mathematics faculties in higher education to the needs of schools. Approximately 170,000 K-12 students will be impacted in the 15 school districts within PRISM with potential to reach the 1.4 million students in Georgia.
THE PRISM IMPROVEMENT MODEL
The logic below shows how Inputs and PRISM activities impact teacher and student performance.
For more information please visit http://www.gaprism.org or contact:
PARTNERSHIP FOR REFORM IN SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS (PRISM)
University System of Georgia
270 Washington Street, SW
Atlanta, GA 30334
Tel. (404) 657-1493
Fax (404) 657-0336
Website: http://www.gaprism.org
sheila.jones@usg.edu
Director: Sheila Jones