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A bright, curious middle schooler may already believe she isn’t a “math person.” She might not have seen anyone like her in a STEM career, or she hasn’t yet experienced the thrill of solving problems with numbers, circuits, or code. Maybe her teacher sighs when handing back her latest...

The belief that AP is exclusively for "smarter" individuals remains strong among many students, parents, teachers and school administrators. The truth is every high school student can take AP classes.

The benefits of NMSI’s work extend far beyond the initial workshops. Teachers receive ongoing support and guidance, building long-term professional relationships that strengthen their instructional practice.

As you settle into the 2025-2026 school year and start getting to know this year’s students, the team at National Math and Science Initiative encourages STEM educators to focus on preparing students for:

• Workforce Readiness

• The Fourth Industrial Revolution

• The Impact of STEM on Everyday Life (Career and Otherwise)

• Using STEM for Sustainable Solutions for Global Challenges

• Moving Forward with Confidence

Dallas ISD faced a few different challenges that NMSI was committed to addressing and helping solve.

Tomorrow's strong STEM workforce requires high-quality STEM education today. Take the steps to build an inclusive classroom where all students participate and excel through STEM subjects .