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  K-12 math and science teachers: Apply for SDMath/SDSci Leadership by May 21

Applications are open until May 21 for the 2021-22 SDMath/SDSci Leadership program. SDMath/SDSci Leadership is a program by the South Dakota Department of Education to create and support a dynamic network of South Dakota mathematics and science educators.

SDMath/SDSci Leadership selects, challenges, develops, and educates South Dakota K-12 mathematics and science educators who have demonstrated an interest in leadership skills related to mathematics and science education. SDMath/SDSci Leadership is designed around the following goals:

  • Build capacity by focusing on problem solving, innovation, leadership, systems thinking, change, identity, and efficacy.
  • Create a common knowledge base for advocacy and leadership, including effective instruction, clarity about STEM, and research-based practices.
  • Explore challenges and opportunities in our classrooms, schools, districts, state, and nation.
  • See social justice in the work of mathematics and science teaching and learning.
  • Understand that the purpose of all of the above is to impact student experiences in mathematics and science for all students.
Application Process:

Ideal candidates for the SDMath/SDSci Leadership Program aspire to grow professionally, challenge their thinking and practice, and be a leader/advocate for effective mathematics and/or science education. Applicants must teach or co-teach in a mathematics or science classroom for at least one course during their participation year. The application process is designed to ensure a class that consists of members from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and geographical locations. Approximately 20 participants are chosen annually.

A completed application requires submission of three components, which are all due Friday, May 21, by 5 p.m. CT:
Application: https://forms.gle/qS6DBfkb8ss8USWr5
Letter of Recommendation: https://forms.gle/gNDjshqwHifVy9Up8
Administrator Support Letter: https://forms.gle/SLwk1GfFJVJ9EKUi8

Program Meeting Dates
Upon selection, participants will be expected to attend all of the following meetings:

  • Virtual Orientation – Sept. 9, 2021 (4:30 - 5:30 p.m. CT)
  • Alpha Retreat – Sept. 25-26, 2021, in Pierre
  • Beta Retreat – Feb. 5-6, 2022, in Huron (optional attendance at SD STEM Ed Conference Feb. 4, 2022)
  • Gamma Retreat - March 26-27, 2022, in Pierre
  • Delta Retreat - June 6-7, 2022, in Pierre
Questions? Please contact Stephanie Higdon.

 
 
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