NIMS
Northwestern Illinois Math & Science Partnership
NIMS Summer Institute 2011
The Northwestern Illinois Math & Science Partnership (NIMS) is planning to offer a summer institute for 5th-9th grade teachers of math and/or science. The NIMS program is a federally funded Title II B math/science professional development program which is funded 100% up to $189,233 by Title II B Funding.
The three goals for the Illinois Math & Science Partnership are:
1. Improve teacher’s subject matter knowledge, strengthen the quality of math and science instruction and promote student academic achievement in math and science.
2. Promote strong teaching skills through access to the expertise of mathematicians, scientists and engineers.
3. Increase the understanding and application of scientifically-based educational research appropriate to mathematics and science teaching and learning.
Teacher’s Agreement/Application Form (Please print out, complete and fax back)
Spring Orientation:
May 4, 2011 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
at KIDS ROE (300 Heart Blvd., Loves Park, IL)
Rockford Summer 2011 Dates:
June 27 - July 1, 2011
July 11 - 15, 2011
Time: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Rockford Burpee Museum
School Year Follow-up Meetings
Follow-Up #1 in September 2011 (Date & Time TBD)
Follow-Up #2 in October 2011 (Date & Time TBD)
Follow-Up #3 in Spring 2012 (Date & Time TBD)
Integrated Math & Science Institute Graduate Courses - 6 credits
Data Analysis, Statistics & Probability*
Physical Science and Technological Design*
*Courses count for MS Endorsements
Benefits:
-FREE professional development!
-FREE Math & Science Graduate Credit!
-FREE Classroom Materials, Supplies & Lunch!
Please contact Anji Garza at Lee/Ogle ROE for more information agarza@leeogle.org or 815-652-2054 x222
