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| Wilson Bill Encourages Math & Science Training |
November 07, 2005 |
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Wilson Says Continuing Progress in Math & Science Vital to Job Training for Next Generation
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Heather Wilson today announced she is introducing legislation to enhance math and science instruction for teachers as part of a long term strategy to provide the next generation with the skills to compete in the global economy.
“We want a great public school in every neighborhood. Providing the best possible math and science education is the foundation of a long term strategy to keep jobs here and help our next generation compete in a global economy,” Wilson said.
Wilson’s bill gives teachers more professional development opportunities to help them perform their jobs at the highest level. Promoting the exchange of knowledge and ideas among teachers can improve early childhood education, so our schools can continue to make progress in math and science.
 Her bill works to improve math and science instruction in New Mexico schools by creating regional working groups for educators. This builds on previous efforts, including provisions in the No Child Left Behind Act, which seek to improve the performance of students in math and science by encouraging states and local schools to work together with institutions of higher education to boost math and science teacher education.
The working groups prescribed in Wilson`s bill will give educators opportunities for training, professional and curriculum development, and a venue to share successful ideas across school districts and states in math and science.
“Teachers don`t often have the opportunity to work with professional peers from other school districts or other states to learn," Wilson said. "Let’s help teachers learn from each other and take the best ideas back to their own schools.”
Federal support for New Mexico’s public schools has grown steadily, from $288 million in 1998 to more than $522 million in 2005.
In past years, Wilson has secured federal funds for the UNM Math and Science Teaching Academy. Throughout her time in Congress, Wilson has focused much of her efforts and attention on public education. She has visited hundreds of classrooms throughout her district to visit with students, teachers, administrators, and parents. Wilson also runs a high school internship program in her Albuquerque office where more than 150 students have learned basic job skills in an office setting.
“A good education makes a world of difference in the futures of our children. In particular, math and science are building blocks for the jobs of the 21st century,” Wilson concluded.
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