The new agreement offers $190 million over 10-year period to support educator professional development and holistic student STEM programming
The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) is honored to be awarded a 10-year contract with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) as part of the Defense Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education Consortium (DSEC) Cooperative Agreement. This agreement provides $190 million to the Research Triangle Institute (RTI) and its network of over 25 regional and national partners, including NMSI, over the next decade.
NMSI will use its portion of the funding to provide its professional development services, offering rigorous training designed to equip educators with the confidence and proficiency needed to excel in teaching STEM subjects. This effort aligns with the organization’s mission to provide every student, particularly those who are furthest from opportunity, equitable access to a comprehensive STEM education.
“Across the country, many STEM students lack access to positive mentors and role models, and too often, educators feel underprepared to lead STEM classrooms,” said Jeremy Anderson, CEO of NMSI. “This new opportunity enables us to extend our impact, empowering both educators and students, while underscoring the crucial role young minds play in shaping our nation’s future. We’re committed to strengthening the support systems that will help our students thrive.”
DSEC’s mission to promote effective initiatives for pre-K–12 students and educators aligns seamlessly with NMSI’s commitment to building a strong foundation that equips students with the tools to develop leadership skills, realize their full potential and meet the future needs of their country. This agreement highlights the DoD’s ongoing need for skilled STEM professionals to address the complex challenges in national defense.
Through data-backed analysis and technical expertise, NMSI and its fellow members of the RTI consortium offer a diverse array of research and insights focused on advancing STEM education and workforce development.
The American Consortium for Equity in Education, publisher of the "Equity & Access" journal, celebrates and connects the educators, associations, community partners and industry leaders who are working to solve problems and create a more equitable environment for historically underserved pre K-12 students throughout the United States.
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