IMPACT OF T-STEM ACADEMIES
In 2013, there were 65 T-STEM Academies serving over 35,000 students in Texas. T-STEM Academies seek STEM Designation from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). School districts or open-enrollment charters may apply for a campus to be awarded T-STEM designation if certain criteria are met. Campuses awarded T-STEM designation are provided technical assistance and professional development to ensure implementation of the T-STEM Blueprint with fidelity. Sample designation criteria are listed below: