How NMSI and Richmond Public Schools are Shaping the Future of STEM
Richmond’s partnership with NMSI began as part of a district-wide initiative aimed at strengthening STEM education and improving college readiness. Dr. Cassandra Bell, Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Richmond Public Schools, recently shared her district’s journey with NMSI, the impact on outcomes, and the path ahead.
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.
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.
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.
Rural Access Report
Rural students are historically underrepresented in STEM, as many rural high schools cannot offer the same rigorous courses as other schools due to teacher shortages and lack of resources. This report highlights the positive effect that NMSI Professional Development Services have on rural high schools and increasing access to STEM education for rural students.
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.