Biotechnology In Every School

Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/29/2009 - 16:27
Presentation Category: 
Career Pathways/ Industry Sectors
Presentation Description: 
This workshop is for schools seeking to incorporate an innovative science program that will increase students' interest and skills in science. Participants will learn how two teachers have implemented a four-year, hands-on biotechnology program in their high school.
Presentation Style
Lecture Style: 
90%
Interactive Style: 
10%
Lead Presenter
Lead Presenter Name: 
Tina Doss
Title: 
Science Instructor
Additional Presenter 1
Additional Presenter 1: 
Dan Raffa
Title: 
Science Instructor
Organization: 
Carlmont High School

Funding Opportunities

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act provides funding to states to replace cuts to K-12 and higher education for several purposes including teacher professional development for making progress toward rigorous college and career-ready standards.

Information links for funding professional development:

Using Recovery Funds to Drive School Reform and Improvement

AARA Title I Part A Funds

Implementing the Recovery Act

Implementation Ideas from the Field

Perkins Funding

The CCPC conference includes professional development topics for faculty, counselors, and administrators that meet requirements of the 2006 Perkins Act (Sections 122, 124, 134, and 135).

Information links for funding professional development:

Perkins IV (2006) Legislation

Perkins IV (2006) Policy Guidance