NIMS
Northwestern Illinois Math & Science Partnership
NIMS Summer Institute 2010
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.
Lee/Ogle Summer 2010 Dates:
June 28, 29, 30, July 1, 2
July 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
Time: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Lee/Ogle ROE
School Year Follow-up Meetings
TBA
Location: Lee/Ogle ROE
Integrated Math & Science Institute Graduate Courses - 6 credits
Geometry* and
Physical Science*
*Courses count for MS Endorsements
Rockford Summer 2010 Dates:
June 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
July 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
Time: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Upper Iowa University~Rockford Campus
School Year Follow-up Meetings
TBA
Location: Upper Iowa University~Rockford Campus
Integrated Math & Science Institute Graduate Courses - 6 credits
Algebra* and
Biological/Environmental Science*
*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
