improving science and mathematics education. STEM education builds on reform efforts in mathematics and science education. The initiative focuses on increasing the number of students in the pipeline and ultimately the workforce. T-STEM recognizes that new educational tools and strategies are needed to transform teaching and learning methods.
To ensure that all Texas students thrive in the 21st Century economy, that Texas will continue to grow its economy, land more economic development opportunities, and remain at the forefront in the battle for 21st Century jobs, the Texas High School Project is carrying out a bold and forward-thinking education program – the Texas Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Initiative – T-STEM. As described by the National Academies of Science publication, Rising Above the Gathering Storm: Energizing and Employing America for a Brighter Economic Future, innovation and design – the elements of STEM-related fields – should be the cornerstones of student learning.