Initiative aims for 100,000 new STEM teachers

The list of current partners and their commitments can be found at www.100Kin10.org.

Current partners have committed to expanding the movement and creating a funding base of $20 million that will support as many as 100 innovative programs to develop and retain outstanding math and science teachers. 100Kin10 is calling for applications from nonprofits, foundations, corporations, school districts, and other organizations interested in contributing to the expansion of the nation’s science and math teaching force. Potential partners must be nominated by current 100Kin10 partners.

The campaign will use criteria established in conjunction with the University of Chicago’s Urban Education Institute to appoint and staff a national board to recommend STEM programs for inclusion in the movement; undertake rigorous reviews of all applicants’ capacity; and provide feedback on implementation and share best practices to drive improvements across all participating groups.

“100Kin10 is possible, and our students deserve it,” said Phillip Griffiths, professor emeritus of mathematics, past director at the Institute for Advanced Study, and co-chair of Opportunity Equation. “…We know how to recruit, train, and retain excellent STEM teachers. If this country’s museums, schools, corporations, education organizations, and other potential partners come forward and commit to action, we will meet our goal.”

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