NMSI Impact

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How to Find Evidence-Based STEM Professional Development
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How to Find Evidence-Based STEM Professional Development

A guide to help K-12 leaders find evidence-based professional learning opportunities focused on STEM education.

A Guide To Using COVID Relief Funds [+ Downloadable Workbook]
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A Guide To Using COVID Relief Funds [+ Downloadable Workbook]

With help from national experts, here's a guide and planning workbook to help make the process of distributing ESSER funds more manageable.

A Little Now for a Lot Later: A Look at a Texas Advanced Placement Incentive Program
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A Little Now for a Lot Later: A Look at a Texas Advanced Placement Incentive Program

APTIP (now College Readiness Program) students increased the number of AP courses and exams they take, had higher SAT/ACT scores and increased college admissions

AP® Qualifying Scores Soar for Clayton County Public Schools
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AP® Qualifying Scores Soar for Clayton County Public Schools

District leaders at Clayton County Public Schools credit their partnership with NMSI for the new-found and sustainable success.

Testimonials from Educators
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Testimonials from Educators

Teachers and school leaders share their experience about NMSI's training and impact. 

Action Plan: How to Deliver High-Quality Professional Learning
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Action Plan: How to Deliver High-Quality Professional Learning

A helpful guide for K-12 leaders ready to bring professional development services into their schools.

ALSDE/A+ College Ready LTF Teacher Implementation Evaluation Study
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ALSDE/A+ College Ready LTF Teacher Implementation Evaluation Study

Alabama students whose teachers used NMSI's Laying the Foundation materials and instruction scored significantly better on ACT Aspire math and reading assessments than students of teachers who didn't receive LTF training.

California School District Rethinks STEM Education To Set Every Student up for Success
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California School District Rethinks STEM Education To Set Every Student up for Success

After accessing scoring trends across the district, this California school district deployed vertical teaming strategies to address math learning gaps in their schools.

NMSI By the Numbers
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NMSI By the Numbers

A quick overview of the number of teachers and students we've impacted. For a detailed report of our impact, please read our white paper.  

Can UTeach? Assessing the Effectiveness of STEM Teachers
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Can UTeach? Assessing the Effectiveness of STEM Teachers

Students taught by UTeach teachers perform significantly better on math and science tests.

Culturally Responsive Education Playbook
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Culturally Responsive Education Playbook

A condensed version of NMSI's culturally responsive playbook that gives educators a glimpse into the learning possibilities students experience when implenting culturally responsive education.

How a Small School Gets Big AP® Results
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How a Small School Gets Big AP® Results

Small school districts are known to face distinct challenges compared to their larger counterparts, but students at a small-town district exceled in their academics through NMSI's College Readiness Program.  

Teacher Tips: Building a Culture of Achievement and Equity
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Teacher Tips: Building a Culture of Achievement and Equity

Ready to maxmize the impact of the College Readiness program? Here's how NMSI supports educators. 

Do College-Preparatory Programs Improve Long-Term Outcomes?
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Do College-Preparatory Programs Improve Long-Term Outcomes?

Students participating in APTIP (now called College Readiness Program) had higher rates of mastering college-level material and remained in college beyond their first and second years.

How to Advocate for Better Professional Development
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How to Advocate for Better Professional Development

A guide for educators wanting to advocate for NMSI's professional development services. 

Missouri District Puts Students on a Path to Success With STEM Professional Learning
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Missouri District Puts Students on a Path to Success With STEM Professional Learning

Knob Noster Public Schools has a highly transient student population due to the military community it serves. Yet, the district is nationally recognized for putting students on a path to success. 

Vertical Teaming: 10 Characteristics of Adult learning
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Vertical Teaming: 10 Characteristics of Adult learning

Learning for adults requires a different approach and mindset. This infographic illustrates 10 ways to integrate vertical teaming successfully in schools

How to Find Evidence-Based STEM Professional Development
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How to Find Evidence-Based STEM Professional Development

A guide to help K-12 leaders find evidence-based professional learning opportunities focused on STEM education.

Implementation Evaluation of the National Math and Science Initiative’s College Readiness Program
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Implementation Evaluation of the National Math and Science Initiative’s College Readiness Program

CRESST conducted an independent evaluation of the impact of CRP on students’ AP outcomes using a randomized cluster trial with 48 CRP schools and 48 Comparison Schools in 10 states.

North Dakota Sees Jumps in AP® Test Participation, Scores
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North Dakota Sees Jumps in AP® Test Participation, Scores

The state of North Dakota set ambitious STEM goals for its students and NMSI's support surpassed expectations.

What sets NMSI’s Professional Development Apart From Standard Teacher Training
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What sets NMSI’s Professional Development Apart From Standard Teacher Training

NMSI’s professional development program delivers training teachers want and need that’s flexible and just-in-time. Here’s how.

Increasing Student Access to STEM Guidebook
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Increasing Student Access to STEM Guidebook

NMSI addresses math and science challenges in the U.S. by creating increased opportunities and better outcomes for all students.

Pittsburgh Public Schools Transforms AP® Culture and Boosts Qualifying Scores
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Pittsburgh Public Schools Transforms AP® Culture and Boosts Qualifying Scores

Pittsburgh Public School embraces the power of post-secondary preparation through NMSI's College Readiness Program.

Why STEM Education Matters
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Why STEM Education Matters

Dive into the statistics to understand the need for strong STEM education and how we can build a strong STEM workforce  

Long-Term Impacts of College Readiness Program 2022
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Long-Term Impacts of College Readiness Program 2022

NMSI students who graduated between 2015 and 2020 demonstrated strong outcomes.

Public Charter School System Implements Private Training to Elevate AP® Achievement
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Public Charter School System Implements Private Training to Elevate AP® Achievement

NMSI's private teacher training model gives IDEA Public Schools the autonomy and ability to customize training to their specific needs

Long-Term Impacts of College Readiness Program 2023
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Long-Term Impacts of College Readiness Program 2023

NMSI students who graduated between 2015 and 2022 demonstrated strong outcomes. 2023 Update.

Texas School District Builds Pathways of Success for Military-Connected Students
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Texas School District Builds Pathways of Success for Military-Connected Students

Children from military-connected families can fall behind on their academics due to their high mobility rate. But, students who enter this Texas school district are experiencing the opposite.

Measuring NMSI's College Readiness Program
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Measuring NMSI's College Readiness Program

High school students at more than 250 College Readiness Program partner schools signficantly increased the number of AP exams taken and achieved mastery of college-level material. 

NMSI Middle School Longitudinal Study
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NMSI Middle School Longitudinal Study

To evaluate the impact of NMSI’s Professional Development Services in middle school classrooms, we partnered with West Coast Analytics, a third-party research firm. The firm’s report showed significant gains in crucial metrics, demonstrating the impact that NMSI’s well-structured, sustained professional development can have on both teachers and students.

The Effects of an Incentive-Based High-School Intervention on College Outcomes
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The Effects of an Incentive-Based High-School Intervention on College Outcomes

Students participating in APTIP (now College Readiness Program) attended college in greater numbers, had better college GPAs and increased rates of remaining in college beyond their freshman year. Black and Latino APTIP participants had higher college graduation rates.