By 2021, we will...

Prepare at least 80 new STEM teachers for academically and linguistically diverse K-12 classrooms.

Is there anything else you intend to do to maximize your impact via the network?

Actively continue to recruit more teachers of color to STEM fields, by reaching out to those working in network programs in after school programs or informal settings.

Secure more funding to support tuition for high quality STEM graduates who will become K-12 teachers prepared to teach in diverse school environments.

Challenges this organization is addressing:

• prep programs requiring STEM coursework for pre-service elementary teachers
• pre-service training for STEM teachers around students' diverse learning needs
• scholarships or loan forgiveness for STEM majors who become teachers